💪 Mudgar Yoga 🐒 Ancient Indian Strength Training
27 August 2026 •
09:00 - 10:15
Ivan 🧘🏻♂️
Ivan, a dedicated yoga instructor from Switzerland, brings a deep love for yoga philosophy and history into every aspect of his teaching. Currently pursuing studies in South Asian Studies at the University of Lausanne (UNIL)—with a focus on Sanskrit, Hindi, Buddhism, and Hinduism—he continuously enriches his understanding of the cultural and spiritual roots of yoga.
Ivan teaches a variety of styles including Yin Yoga, Yin Yang Yoga, Hip Mobility Yoga, and Yoga for Beginners (Soft Yoga). His classes are known for their mindful pacing, accessibility, and grounding energy. He is especially passionate about making yoga inclusive and approachable, offering a safe space for students of all levels to reconnect with their bodies and breath.
He regularly leads thematic Yin Yoga sessions enhanced with Sound Baths, creating immersive experiences that blend movement, stillness, and vibration. Ivan also organizes insightful workshops on yoga philosophy and history, inviting students to explore yoga beyond the physical practice and into its deeper meanings.
7 spots available
Description
Mudgar Yoga is a unique practice inspired by India's ancient traditions of physical culture, where yoga was practised alongside strength, mobility, endurance, and discipline.
Named after the traditional mudgar (Indian clubs), this class combines Hatha Yoga, functional bodyweight exercises, ancestral Indian strength training, breathwork, and mobility into one dynamic practice. Alongside yoga postures, we explore traditional training methods using equipment such as the gada (mace), mudgar, Indian clubs, and shenā push-up boards.
This class is an excellent complement to Ashtanga Yoga, helping you build the strength and stability needed for stronger Chaturangas, more controlled Nāvāsana, Kākāsana, Utpluthiḥ, arm balances, and other demanding postures. At the same time, special attention is given to shoulder mobility, joint health, and natural movement to create a body that is not only stronger but also more mobile and resilient.
Inspired by Hanuman, the embodiment of strength, courage, humility, and devotion, Mudgar Yoga is much more than a workout. It is a complete practice that develops both body and mind while reconnecting with a rarely explored aspect of India's yogic heritage.
✨ Perfect for anyone who wants to:
💪 Build functional strength
🤸 Improve shoulder mobility and joint health
🧘 Complement their Hatha or Ashtanga Yoga practice
🔥 Develop stronger Chaturangas, arm balances, and core stability
🇮🇳 Discover authentic Indian strength traditions beyond modern fitness
🌿 Move with greater confidence, control, and awareness
👥 To ensure personalised guidance and safe instruction, each class is limited to just 8 participants. This small-group format allows us to focus on technique, offer individual corrections, and adapt exercises to each participant's level.
🗣️ Classes in French & English
No previous experience is required. Exercises can be adapted to different levels, making the practice accessible whether you are new to strength training or already have an established yoga practice.
Named after the traditional mudgar (Indian clubs), this class combines Hatha Yoga, functional bodyweight exercises, ancestral Indian strength training, breathwork, and mobility into one dynamic practice. Alongside yoga postures, we explore traditional training methods using equipment such as the gada (mace), mudgar, Indian clubs, and shenā push-up boards.
This class is an excellent complement to Ashtanga Yoga, helping you build the strength and stability needed for stronger Chaturangas, more controlled Nāvāsana, Kākāsana, Utpluthiḥ, arm balances, and other demanding postures. At the same time, special attention is given to shoulder mobility, joint health, and natural movement to create a body that is not only stronger but also more mobile and resilient.
Inspired by Hanuman, the embodiment of strength, courage, humility, and devotion, Mudgar Yoga is much more than a workout. It is a complete practice that develops both body and mind while reconnecting with a rarely explored aspect of India's yogic heritage.
✨ Perfect for anyone who wants to:
💪 Build functional strength
🤸 Improve shoulder mobility and joint health
🧘 Complement their Hatha or Ashtanga Yoga practice
🔥 Develop stronger Chaturangas, arm balances, and core stability
🇮🇳 Discover authentic Indian strength traditions beyond modern fitness
🌿 Move with greater confidence, control, and awareness
👥 To ensure personalised guidance and safe instruction, each class is limited to just 8 participants. This small-group format allows us to focus on technique, offer individual corrections, and adapt exercises to each participant's level.
🗣️ Classes in French & English
No previous experience is required. Exercises can be adapted to different levels, making the practice accessible whether you are new to strength training or already have an established yoga practice.