Angampora
10 days of  Warrior & Yoga training with authentic masters of the ancient, indigenous, martial art form of Sri Lanka
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Angampora
10 days of  Warrior & Yoga training with authentic masters of the ancient, indigenous, martial art form of Sri Lanka
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Angampora
10 days of  Warrior & Yoga training with authentic masters of the ancient, indigenous, martial art form of Sri Lanka
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021

Sri Lankan Traditional Way of the Warrior

Join us for a rare and unique opportunity to become part of a lineage of teachings that stretches back thousands of years…  Be one of the first to discover and explore this incredible martial art form in its native homeland of Sri Lanka. Come train with us in one of the most stunningly beautiful and natural environments, away from the noise and rush of the world. Experience the serenity of the Sri Lankan countryside and its culture.  Enjoy healthy and delicious farm to table meals prepared in the traditional way and specifically suited to the Angampora way of life…

Awaken The Warrior Within
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Condition Your Body
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Quiet Your Mind
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021

Angampora

Angampora is the traditional martial art form that has been shrouded in secrecy since ancient times. Indigenous to Sri Lanka its roots stretch back over 5000 years – it was once a very integral part of the Sri Lankan way of life.  It is a complete and holistic system, rooted in Buddhism, Hinduism and includes elements of Ayurveda, meditation, music and astrology.  Forced underground by British rule, Angampora survived due to the dedication of a few gurus and clans who continued to train in secret and has only recently made itself accessible to the general population to learn.  This is a tremendous opportunity for those who are interested in becoming part of this fascinating and powerful tradition.  And by doing so, help to keep this part of Sri Lankan culture alive.

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The Retreat

We are so pleased to be offering our first Angampora retreat, quite possibly the first one of its kind.  We have a high-energy program lined up for you in the most idyllic location. Morning and evening sessions take place either in the lakeside yoga shala or in our jungle gym and last between 2½ – 4 hours.

Together we will learn the fundamental movements of Angampora including body conditioning (Warrior Yoga), basic footwork, strikes, locks, take-downs and ground fighting, moving on to practical applications, forms and weaponry.

Afternoons are free for practice and rest and to enjoy the many offerings provided by The Mudhouse, including hiking, cycling, swimming, kayaking, bird-watching and cooking classes.   An Angam martial artist’s training is not considered complete unless, in addition to the fighting art itself, he is also skilled in the art of drumming so our evenings will be filled with the beats of “Berawadayana”. 

Meals are meticulously prepared in the traditional Sri Lankan way using clay pots and firewood.  And most of the food comes directly from The Mudhouse farm.

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transform your life

21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021

Condition your body, quiet your mind and ignite your warrior spirit

WAY OF THE WARRIOR

Angampora was created as an art of war and of living well. It is crucial to acknowledge these roots to understand the immeasurable value this practice brings to our day-to-day life.  In ancient times, warriors trained to protect the dignity and goodness of their people, their land and their way of life. During periods of peace they trained their bodies and minds to perfection, using their creativity and wisdom to serve, inspire and help keep their families and communities strong and healthy on all levels.  During times of trouble they were called upon to do whatever was needed to help preserve this balance.  It is essential for the warrior to cultivate not only physical fitness but courage, wisdom, fairness, kindness, equanimity and discernment.

WAY OF THE WARRIOR

Angampora was created as an art of war and of living well. It is crucial to acknowledge these roots to understand the immeasurable value this practice brings to our day-to-day life.  In ancient times, warriors trained to protect the dignity and goodness of their people, their land and their way of life. During periods of peace they trained their bodies and minds to perfection, using their creativity and wisdom to serve, inspire and help keep their families and communities strong and healthy on all levels.  During times of trouble they were called upon to do whatever was needed to help preserve this balance.  It is essential for the warrior to cultivate not only physical fitness but courage, wisdom, fairness, kindness, equanimity and discernment.

PRIMAL MOVEMENT

Angampora uses archetypal movement principles and primal whole body movement rather than the repetitive practice of isolated techniques. By integrating these principles, we will instinctively come to rely upon our ability to flow and move in times of fear or stressful combat situations.

TENDON STRENGTH

The Angampora practice exposes the practitioner to a variety of unique and versatile training regimes. Intensity is imperative in Angampora and the physical practices stress tendon strength and mobility in favor of muscle size or strength.

PRIMAL MOVEMENT

Angampora uses archetypal movement principles and primal whole body movement rather than the repetitive practice of isolated techniques. By integrating these principles, we will instinctively come to rely upon our ability to flow and move in times of fear or stressful combat situations.

TENDON STRENGTH

The Angampora practice exposes the practitioner to a variety of unique and versatile training regimes. Intensity is imperative in Angampora and the physical practices stress tendon strength and mobility in favor of muscle size or strength.

WARRIOR YOGA

The body conditioning routine of Angampora utilizes movements that you possibly have not encountered before: running, jumping, rolling, tumbling and body conditioning are augmented by specific breathwork and yoga postures to impart both internal and external power, flexibility, mobility and body awareness.  One thing is for sure, you will definitely want to integrate many of these practices into your daily life after the retreat.

We will provide a preconditioning video to participants that will help you get started on these prior to the retreat.

WARRIOR YOGA

The body conditioning routine of Angampora utilizes movements that you possibly have not encountered before: running, jumping, rolling, tumbling and body conditioning are augmented by specific breathwork and yoga postures to impart both internal and external power, flexibility, mobility and body awareness.  One thing is for sure, you will definitely want to integrate many of these practices into your daily life after the retreat.

We will provide a preconditioning video to participants that will help you get started on these prior to the retreat.

ART OF LIVING

Angampora teaches us how to live and how to encounter each moment with open eyes, open mind, posture and tenacity. This makes Angampora the perfect foundation for a self-determined and healthy life in the modern world.

SENSORY AWARENESS

The concept of primal movement and tendon strength goes hand in hand with a strong evolution of the senses. Angampora practitioners are taught to expand their sensory awareness. This starts with improving the physical senses.  Over time, and with practice, we begin to better trust our intuition and be able to better read the physical energy, emotional states and the intention of those around us.

ART OF LIVING

Angampora teaches us how to live and how to encounter each moment with open eyes, open mind, posture and tenacity. This makes Angampora the perfect foundation for a self-determined and healthy life in the modern world.

SENSORY AWARENESS

The concept of primal movement and tendon strength goes hand in hand with a strong evolution of the senses. Angampora practitioners are taught to expand their sensory awareness. This starts with improving the physical senses.  Over time, and with practice, we begin to better trust our intuition and be able to better read the physical energy, emotional states and the intention of those around us.

PERSONAL GROWTH

The practice provides a unique psycho-physical framework. It enables the practitioner to physically experience real life encounters in a safe environment, thereby re-patterning dysfunctional and habitual physical and emotional reactions to threat, stress, fear, anger and other difficult conditions. This will help the practitioner to have greater equanimity and over time help to deactivate some of the emotional triggers that cause suffering in their lives.When we stand our ground, we stand firm, non-attached and fully engaged in the present moment.

PERSONAL GROWTH

The practice provides a unique psycho-physical framework. It enables the practitioner to physically experience real life encounters in a safe environment, thereby re-patterning dysfunctional and habitual physical and emotional reactions to threat, stress, fear, anger and other difficult conditions. This will help the practitioner to have greater equanimity and over time help to deactivate some of the emotional triggers that cause suffering in their lives.When we stand our ground, we stand firm, non-attached and fully engaged in the present moment.

Awaken The Warrior Within
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Condition Your Body
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Transform your life
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
Quiet Your Mind
21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
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Warrior Diet

All meals and snacks are included and our special menu is prepared the traditional way, using clay pots and firewood.  Much of the produce is sourced from our own organic farm, with other ingredients purchased locally from farmers or from the market in town.

Our meals are prepared according to what is in season and most fresh. We don’t tend to serve much meat as we find it hard to source quality produce locally. Fish, however, is a different story. Being surrounded by lakes and only 30 km from the coast, there is a range of sea and fresh water fish available throughout the year.

Vegetarians will be happy here as well, as a wide selection of grains, pulses, seeds, vegetables and fruits are prepared daily – many in ways you may not have come across previously.The traditional Sri Lankan cooking course is also included for those who would like to make some of these exquisite dishes at home.

Sri Lankan Traditional Indigenous Martial Art Association (STIMA)

Angampora has been shrouded in secrecy for many generations and until recently has not been easily accessible to those wishing to learn.  Now, thanks to STIMA, it is open to Sri Lankans and foreigners alike.

The Sri Lankan Traditional Indigenous Martial Art Association was founded by Guru Piumal Edirisinghe through the collaboration of gurus and students from various Angam clans whose goal is sharing knowledge and to the preservation of this art.

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Our team

Guru Athula Nandana

Lead teacher of Angampora retreat

A former head student of Guru Karunapala of Kotte, took on apprenticeship with Guru Wickramasinghe for further advanced Angam studies. Having been a devoted practitioner of the art of Angam for over 38 years, Guru Athula shows great prowess in warrior yoga, stick fighting and hand to hand combat techniques. His knowledge on the history and evolution of Angam is unparalleled. Guru Athula is a currently the chief technical instructor for STIMA main training center located at Athurugiriya.

Guru Piumal Edirisinghe

Senior teacher of Angampora retreat

Guru Piumal Edirisinghe has been studying and developing Angampora for the past 24 years. He started learning the art first and foremost from the world-renowned and prolific Ayruvedic medical practitioner Dr. Mudalihamy Warnasuriya, who also happens to be his maternal grandfather. Subsequently he also trained under senior masters such as Karunapala of Kotte, Wickramasinghe of Kotte, Premasiri Malimbadarachi, Dayananda Hewakottuge, Athula and Charles Warnasuriya of Matale and Rathnasiri Kotagama. Piumal is now one of the most respected and prolific practitioners of this ancient discipline and has been hugely influential in spreading and raising awareness of the art to a wider audience in both Sri Lanka and the international arena.

Ruwan Ranasinghe | Hirusha Vishwajith

Trainers of Angampora retreat

Trainer Ruwan is one of the senior student of STIMA, with almost 5 years of experience as an Angampora practitioner. Ruwan contributes to the growth and evolution of Angampora by conducting training for international students, and has also participated with STIMA for numerous local and international workshops.

Trainer Hirusha is another a senior student of STIMA, with considerable experience in the field. He now conducts training for a large number of students in Sri Lanka and has also previously participated with STIMA for local and international workshops.

Jason Blackman

Meditation teacher of Angampora retreat

Jason is a healer and teacher with nearly 35 years of experience in the holistic health and medical fields.  He is dedicated to helping people overcome trauma and develop their own unique, creative and intuitive gifts.  He uses an eclectic mix of bodywork, breathwork, energetic-healing, guided meditation and movement to inspire and empower his students to find and follow their own personal pathway towards healing and integration. With over a decade’s service as a paramedic with the Detroit Fire Department as well as in the emergency and orthopedic departments of Detroit’s top trauma centers, Jason brings a wealth of clinical experience and knowledge to his practice. He has traveled extensively throughout the world learning healing arts from many gifted teachers both mainstream and traditional.  Jason has made Thailand his home since 2004 and offers personal sessions, training and workshops at resorts and healing center’s in Thailand and on a global scale.  Jason is new to Angampora but has also practiced Thai and Indian martial arts, qigong and yoga.

The Retreat Center

Flanked by lakes and blessed with abundant bird-life, wildlife and natural beauty, The Mudhouse is the ideal location for our retreat.  Fun and friendly, this laid-back lodge offers a unique chance to experience rural Sri Lankan life in all its colorful splendor.

The Mudhouse consists of clusters of uniquely designed huts spread throughout a large expanse of forest land. All huts are constructed with natural materials, using ancient techniques with a distinctly modern twist.Each structure is designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. Whilst all the individual layouts differ, the facilities are essentially the same.  Accommodation for the retreat will be shared.

All huts have outdoor showers, indoor bathrooms, dining & lounge areas and relaxation spaces adorned with hammocks and mats – all designed in a style that befits the overall aesthetic and ‘back-to-nature’ theme.  All huts are equipped with binoculars, cool boxes, mosquito nets, towels, blankets, bird books and a bike each for exploring the property.

There is no mains electricity in the guest areas at The Mudhouse. Lighting at night is provided by plentiful candles and lanterns as well as subtle, solar powered LED lighting. The local village was connected to the national grid in 2012 and we now have power in the office for charging phones, cameras, ipads or whatever other gadgets you bring.

Staying at The Mudhouse is a little like stepping back in time to your own village in the jungle and to a more simple way of life, where things move at your pace.

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The Jungle Gym

Testimonials

5/5
With the training being demanding and powerful I was able to learn a lot of different forms and techniques in a very short time. We many warrior yoga exercises, different locks/grips and also long stick forms. Thank you STIMA for a very good time. I hope to get the chance to visit you again.
Sascha WeinrichGermany
Sascha Weinrich
I'm amazed by how much Guru was able to teach us in the training. The only thing I want to do now is practice more, and learn more about it.
Olivier PirerreFrance
Olivier Pirerre
And as always... The most important and most impressive part are people we meet. Thankful to meet all team, Gurus and students. Thanks for teaching, thanks for sharing knowledge, for your inner power, bright eyes and open mind. Hope to comeback soon.
Elena ShevchukRussia
Elena Shevchuk
It was nice to training Angampora and warrior yoga in the wild surroundings. Thank you very much for a memorable holiday.
Celina CerinIreland
Celina Cerin
It's done! days of Angampora training is over ✌️ Thanks a lot to STIMA for their welcoming and for sharing their traditional knowledge with us. It was simply awesome..
Marie MasiFrance
Marie Masi
STIMA your generosity and sharing of knowledge is an example to all! Would love to have more time to train with you guys next time!.
Catherine BirkinheadEngland
Catherine Birkinhead
I think here with Angampora the spiritual side still plays an important role which also was a reason for me to come here, because I wanted to see something which is more pristine compared to all the martial arts which are already largely focused on competition. Angampora is much more about the tradition, to unify spiritual with the bodily. In here Gurus teaches that spiritual and physical strength go hand in hand. The lessons learnt in the jungle and temple institutions are carried from not only the fighting pits but into the real world.
Christoph HoffmannGermany
Christoph Hoffmann
It has been a great pleasure to meet and train with you Guru Athula and Angampora STIMA Thanks guys for your wisdom, kindness friendship! You will be always in my heart may your path be always clear, cool and calm, peace, love, light and harmony
Gre Casnu Puerto Rico
Gre Casnu
Guru Athula really impress me by his physical condition and many exercises (warrior yoga) he showed are a very authentic and very good… Im sure he and team Angampora STIMA is a relevant source for authentic martial knowledge that combine spirituality with fighting art.
Oli KalariFrance
Oli Kalari
I have heard about Angampora and had a training with Guru Athula and the STIMA. I am very pleased to have my training with these exceptional people and will be back for more. This form of martial art gives you peace of mind to achieve your goals. It is extremely direct and very useful in fighting. I do recommend practiced Angampora with STIMA.
John Micallef Malta
John Micallef
Dear Guru Athula and STIMA Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge with me. I really liked the training and specially the way you teach, your great patience, peace, strength in every movement has inspired me!.. it was wonderful experience training with you. I hope to return and training again under your guidance. I wish all the best.
Cecilia Blue Germany
Cecilia Blue
Training Angampora is more than just a technique. A complete form dedicated to growth in strength, focus, discipline and virtue. Guru Athula is a true Guru infinite gratitude for his teachings for his team Angampora STIMA .. and the pristine land we train on. Look forward to return and evolve in such USA and Colombia
Daniel AlzateMuay Thai trainer - USA
Daniel Alzate

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What is included

  • Morning and Evening Training
  • Warrior Yoga
  • Preconditioning video for participants
  • Ceremonial costume
  • Opportunity to purchase weaponry and drums for home practice
  • Induction as a disciple of the STIMA Angampora tradition
  • All meals snacks and beverages
  • Personal bicycle to get around
  • Laundry service is available at no extra charge however there are facilities in each hut to do it yourself in case you need a quicker turnaround
  • Opportunity to purchase weaponry and drums for home practice
  • Shared accommodation
  • Daily meditation
  • Workout at the Jungle Gym
  • Free Wifi available in the office
  • Excursions, cultural experiences, swimming, kayaking, hiking, bird watching, cooking class
  • Opportunity to continue training in Athurugirya

Prerequisites

  • No previous martial arts experience is required
  • Should be in relatively good shape and able to perform basic movements with some degree of cardio endurance
  • Strong will and determination
  • Participants should begin preparations as early as possible by following the preconditioning video

What do I need to bring to the retreat

  • Training clothes… Shorts and a singlet. You will need two sets per day. The bulk of the training is done barefoot
  • Towel or sarong
  • Swimming gear
  • Hiking shoes or trainers
  • Torch (flashlight)
  • Mosquito spray/sun cream
  • Toiletries
  • Sweater in case of chilly evenings

Getting there

Fly into Bandaranayake International Airport in Colombo (CMB),We will arrange for one or two vans with the costs split between passengers on the day of the retreat.Transfers can also be easily arranged to or from anywhere in Sri Lanka (please contact The Mudhouse for more information and prices on transfers.) Please contact the Mudhouse directly if you would like to arrive early or stay on after the retreat.

10 days Angampora Retreat

21 Nov - 01 Dec 2021
$ 1910
  • All activities
  • All meals & snacks
  • Unlimited tea,coffee & drinking water
  • Shared accommodation
  • All local excursions & cultural experiences
  • All taxes & service charges
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