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Tuhon Shifu Kanishka Sharma is a trailblazer in the field of martial arts and close-quarter combat in India. He is the first Indian to introduce the deadly military close-quarter combat system of Pekiti-Tirsia Kali to the country, a Filipino martial art centered around knife and stick fighting. Tuhon Kanishka was also the first to bring Kali Unarmed Combat to India’s military, special forces, and police units, revolutionizing their approach to self-defense and combat readiness.
With over 40 years of experience in close combat systems, Tuhon Kanishka has an impressive background that includes Jeet Kune Do, Shaolin Sanshou, Police Kungfu, Muay Thai, Kung fu Toa, Rapid Assault Tactics RAT and Kali. His extensive training and expertise have made him one of the foremost authorities in the field of tactical combat, both in India and internationally.
With over 40 years of experience in close combat systems, Tuhon Kanishka has an impressive background that includes Jeet Kune Do, Shaolin Sanshou, Police Kungfu, Muay Thai, Kung fu Toa, Rapid Assault Tactics RAT and Kali. His extensive training and expertise have made him one of the foremost authorities in the field of tactical combat, both in India and internationally.
Tuhon Kanishka has had the privilege of training directly under the guidance of Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje for more than a decade earning the highest rank of Master in Filipino Kali, known as Tuhon. As the Managing Director and Sole Authority for teaching Pekiti-Tirsia Kali in India, he plays a vital role in advancing the art’s practice in military, special forces, and law enforcement settings, focusing on both unarmed combat and edged weapon techniques.
Specializing in close-quarter knife combat, sentry silencing techniques, ground fighting, and extreme close-quarter unarmed combat, Tuhon Kanishka has designed specialized training programs for India’s Para Special Forces, which have now incorporated Pekiti-Tirsia Kali as a regular part of their curriculum. His expertise extends to advanced skills such as joint manipulation, muscle-tendon destruction, bone breaking, and even the art of Death Touch (Dim Mak/Dian Xue).
In addition to his military work, Tuhon Kanishka has developed training programs for police forces and VIP protection that focus on police defensive tactics, safety baton counter measures, ground recovery methods, and arrest procedures. His contributions have not only enhanced combat effectiveness but also safety and efficiency in law enforcement operations.
Tuhon Kanishka’s deep commitment to the philosophy and techniques of Pekiti-Tirsia Kali has made him an invaluable leader in the martial arts community. Through his teachings, he continues to shape the next generation of warriors in India.