About the Two of Us

Viresh and Ivan from Yogic Spirits

Viresh


Viresh, a dedicated yoga instructor from Karnataka, India, brings the depth and authenticity of traditional Indian yoga to Switzerland. His teaching is rooted in the same practices and values he cultivated during his years of training in India, offering students a grounded and holistic approach to yoga.

Specializing in Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa, Yogalates, Hip Mobility, Pranayama, and Yoga Nidra, Viresh creates classes that balance strength, awareness, and inner calm. He is also a certified massage therapist, offering therapeutic bodywork as a complementary path to physical and emotional well-being.Viresh moved to Switzerland in 2022 and co-founded Yogic Spirits in January 2023, a yoga space dedicated to making traditional, heart-centered yoga accessible and inclusive for all.

He is currently pursuing both his Master’s and PhD degree in Yoga with the Bodhi School of Yoga, continuing to deepen his knowledge and refine his practice.Beyond the mat, Viresh is a passionate and talented cook, known for his delicious Ayurvedic and yogic Indian cuisine. Through his food, stories, and teachings, he invites students to explore the deeper connections between yoga, culture, nourishment, and mindful living.

Viresh from Yogic Spirits
yoga with Viresh vevey

Certifications : Therapeutic Yoga Training, Yoga Pilates, Yoga Teacher Training 300, Yoga teacher training 200, Nutrition, Ayurveda Awareness, Deep Tissue Massage, AyurBalance Fascia Release Massage

Not in Vevey? Viresh also teaches in Saint-Légier. Please contact him for all the details 076 514 94 88  

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.

Ivan from Yogic Spirits
Hatha-yin yoga class with Ivan

Certifications:
Yin Yoga 100
Certificate in Advanced Yogic Studies 500
Yoga Teacher Training 200
Sound Healing and Sound Bath

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