The Vadivus in Kalaripayattu are animal postures that represent the internal and external essence of the animal. They create a mental and physical preparation for defence/attack by altering our states of consciousness.
The vadivus are :
1.Ashvavadivu - Horse
2.GajaVadivu - Elephant
3.Kukkuvadivu - Rooster
4.Simhavadivu - Lion
5.Sarpavadivu -Snake
6.Marjaravadivu-Cat
7.Matsyavadivu - Fish
8.Mayuravadivu - Peacock
9.Varahavadivu - Boar
