Kala Makara Combative Self-Defense is a school that integrates various self-defense techniques, focusing on efficient and practical methods to counter assaults. It incorporates elements from Indonesian Pencak Silat, Filipino Kali, Muay Thai, and Jeet Kune Do.
Kala Makara is a mythical creature in Javanese and Hindu mythology that acts as a guardian against disasters and expels evil spirits. Kala means time, while Makara is a sea creature often depicted with an elephant’s head and a fish-like body.
Meaning “Despite having power, one must not harm others,” has recently gained popularity. This principle reflects the Kala Makara Combative Self-Defense philosophy, which encourages practitioners to show restraint and avoid causing harm, even when capable of doing so.