Dr. Arooj K

Dr. Arooj K. (born in Kottoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India) is an Indian martial artist and yoga instructor. He has been active in the fields of martial arts and yoga since 2000 and is well-known for his numerous world records and national accolades.

Dr. Arooj K.
Occupation	Martial Artist, Yoga Instructor
Born	Kottoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Nationality	Indian
Years active	2000–present
Known for	Martial Arts, Yoga, World Records, National Awards
Title	Secretary of the Kung Fu & Yoga Federation, Thiruvananthapuram
Instructor	Binu Kumar
World Records	Over 40
National Awards	11
Honorary Doctorates	American Book of Records (New York), Asian International University

Early Life and Background

Arooj was born to Kuttan and Usha in Kottoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. His passion for martial arts was kindled at an early age and has driven him to master various martial arts forms.

Martial Arts Training and Career

For over a decade, Arooj has been immersed in the practice of Kung Fu and Yoga, guided by the Kung Fu & Yoga Federation of Kerala under Grand Masters M. G. Dileep and V. N. Vijayan. His primary mentor is Binu Kumar. He has earned several black belts in different martial arts disciplines:

• 2nd Dan Black Belt (Kung Fu & Yoga Federation, Thiruvananthapuram)
• 2nd Dan Black Belt (Japan Shotokan Karate)
• 1st Dan Black Belt (Senshikan Karate)
• 1st Dan Black Belt (Tae Kwon Do)

Additionally, Arooj is a coach in various martial arts including Sqay, Muay Thai, Wushu, Tai Chi, and Wing Chun Kung Fu.

Positions and Titles

Arooj holds several prominent positions:

• Secretary of the Kung Fu & Yoga Federation, Thiruvananthapuram district
• Branch Chief of the World Jeet Kune Do Association India
• Branch Chief of the World Martial-Arts Masters Association India
• Official Representative and Appointed Director of the Kyusho Academy in India
• Secretary of Ashetedu Akhada, Thiruvananthapuram district

Achievements

Arooj's dedication has led to over 40 world records and 11 national awards. Some of his record achievements include:

• India Book of Records
• Asemationat Book of Records (2)
• Kalam's World Record
• Nobel World Record
• Oh My God Book of Records
• Exclusive World Record (2)
• King World Record (2)
• Triumph World Record
• Assist World Record
• Hope International World Records (5)
• Kerala Book of Records
• Indian Book of Record
• Bravo International Book of World Record
• High Range Book of Record
• Universal World Records (2)
• Magic Book of Record
• Magic Book of World Record 2022
• British Book of Records
• London Book of Records
• World Record London 2024
• Arabian World Record 2024

Awards

Arooj has received numerous prestigious awards, such as:

• Best Achievers Award 2022
• Abdul Kalam Award 2022
• Global Award 2022
• National Icon Award 2022
• Special Achievers Award 2022
• Best Ayodhanakala Expert Award 2022
• Gandhi Mandela International Award 2022
• Gandhi Mandela International Award 2023
• My Achievers Award 2022
• Bharat Bhooshan Award 2022
• Mahatma Gandhi International Peace Nobel Award 2022
• Pride India Award
• National Dr. Ambedkar Award
• Global Starpride Award
• Swadesh Samman 2024
• International Iconic Award
• International Pride Award
• Camel Award 2024

Arooj holds the official world record for Europe's most expensive records based in Spain. He has been awarded honorary doctorates from the American Book of Records (New York) and the Asian International University in recognition of his achievements.

Personal Life

Arooj is supported by his wife, Sangeeta Sathyan, his son Rashi, and his brother Arun K. He shares his expertise through his YouTube channel, "Self Defense by Arooj".