Silambam

Two participants face each other holding long bamboo staffs at a safe practice distance.

Each performs controlled spins, strikes, and blocks with the staff, following a rehearsed sequence rather than free sparring for safety.

Footwork patterns move participants in circular and angular steps around each other while maintaining staff control.

Partners take turns leading an attacking sequence while the other demonstrates defensive blocks and parries.

A practice round ends when both partners complete the agreed sequence cleanly without dropping the staff.