Extreme pole dancing
08.14.2010
10:20 pm

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Sports

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mallakhamb
Indian sport

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A man, a pole and a whole lot of skill - so simple and yet so dramatic.

The Indian sport of mallakhamb originated in India in the 12th century. The word “malla” means wrestler and “khamb” means pole. This old art had almost been lost throughout the centuries but it’s become increasingly popular in recent years. Mallakhamb is often undertaken by blind or partially blind athletes because the art involves feeling, strength and balance and is not dependent on perfect eyesight. The connection to yoga is obvious - sport as meditation. 

 


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Posted by Marc Campbell | 3 Comments
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Aug 15, 2010
yclept says:

Wonderful! - and a refreshing change from modern Olympic style gymnastics.  Makes me hanker to see a resurgence of Minoan bull dancing.

Aug 15, 2010
kleer001 says:

I bet there’s an inspiring story somewhere about a young lady who fought to compete in mallakhamb.

Aug 15, 2010
dr says:

looks like there is a girls team watching(they have on uniforms).

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