Kicking it Mumbai: Alternative martial arts scene
This video feature introduces three of the newer martial arts in Mumbai: Tae Kwon Do, Mixed Martial Arts and Capoeira, and the cultures among their happy practitioners
Martial arts such as Karate and Judo have been in Mumbai for years, but post-liberalized India has opened doors to newer ways to get a kick from a workout. Along with these martial arts from various corners of the world including Korea, Brazil and Europe comes a culture, not necessarily of strict discipline but that of camaraderie, sportsmanship and teamwork.
Tae Kwon Do: MJ Academy of Martial Arts, 14 Mulji Jetha Bungalow, Mahalaxmi Temple Compound, Bhulabhai Desai Road; tel. Master Jaiswal +9198201 74641
Mixed Martial Arts: Team Nakout, Kandivali Sports Authority of India, Kandivali (E); tel. Somesh Kamra +919819 194662
Capoeira: Cordao de Ouro India, 18th Road, Khar (West); tel. Reza Massah +9198690 55371
