Discover yoga as a complete tradition through our full-day Yoga Immersion Days at Yogic Spirits in Vevey, Switzerland.
Each Immersion Day is an 8-hour journey dedicated to a different figure or theme from the yogic and Indian traditions. Through Traditional Hatha Yoga, philosophy, mythology, meditation, prāṇāyāma, mantra, Sanskrit, āsana exploration and other traditional practices, we connect what we practise on the mat with the traditions and ideas behind it.
Five different Immersion Days. Five different journeys into the roots of yoga.
🧘 Full-day yoga immersion
📖 Practice, philosophy & Indian traditions
🍛 Homemade vegan Indian lunch included
🎓 8 YACEP continuing education hours
📍 Yogic Spirits · Vevey, Switzerland
✨ Open to yoga practitioners & teachers
An Immersion Day gives us something that a regular yoga class cannot: time.
Time to practise more deeply, explore a theme from different perspectives, ask questions, study, experiment and understand how the physical, philosophical and cultural dimensions of yoga connect.
Each day has its own programme, but may include:
Each of our five Immersion Days explores a different dimension of the yogic tradition. You can attend just one, choose the themes that interest you, or experience the complete series.
Journey into the world of Hanuman through the Rāmāyaṇa and explore the relationship between strength, devotion, courage and service. The day connects philosophy with dynamic Hatha Yoga, Mudgar and traditional Indian strength practices, mantra, Sanskrit and an Āsana Lab around postures such as Hanumanāsana and Añjaneyāsana.
Explore Śakti, the dynamic feminine power of the Indian traditions, through goddesses such as Durgā, Lakṣmī, Sarasvatī and Kālī. Through Hatha Yoga, stories, symbolism, mantra and philosophy, discover the different expressions of strength, knowledge, abundance, transformation and intuition.
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Meet Shiva as Ādiyogi, the archetypal first yogi and one of the most important figures in the history and imagination of yoga. Explore his symbolism and stories alongside Traditional Hatha Yoga, meditation, mantra, philosophy and practices connected with stillness, transformation and inner awareness.
Explore Vishnu, the preserver, and the concept of dharma through philosophy, mythology and yoga practice. Discover Vishnu's avatāras and stories while exploring what balance, responsibility and right action can mean both within yoga and in everyday life.
Travel into the philosophical foundations of yoga through Patañjali, the Yoga Sūtras and other legendary sages connected with the yogic tradition. Explore the Eight Limbs of Yoga, meditation, Sanskrit, traditional stories and the fascinating links between the names of ancient sages and some of the āsanas we still practise today.
At Yogic Spirits, philosophy is not something we want to separate from practice. When we explore Hanuman, his stories of devotion, courage and service can become the starting point for movement, strength work and reflection. When we explore Shiva, meditation and stillness allow us to experience ideas that appear in his symbolism and stories. With Patañjali, concepts such as prāṇāyāma, pratyāhāra, dhāraṇā and dhyāna can move from words in the Yoga Sūtras to something we actually practise. This relationship between practice, philosophy and Indian culture is at the heart of our Immersion Days.
You do not need to be a yoga teacher, know Sanskrit or have studied yoga philosophy before.
Our Yoga Immersion Days are designed for curious and dedicated practitioners who want to understand yoga more deeply, as well as yoga teachers wishing to expand their knowledge and continuing education.
You can join whether you have been practising for many years or have simply reached the point where you want to discover what exists beyond the physical postures.
Each Immersion Day can be attended independently.
Yogic Spirits is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP).
Each completed Immersion Day represents 8 hours of continuing education, and participants can receive a certificate of completion.
The Immersion Days are therefore particularly valuable for yoga teachers looking to continue their education, but you do not need to be a teacher or registered with Yoga Alliance to participate.
Want to go further?
Our Immersion Days can also form part of a deeper learning journey at Yogic Spirits.
Selected Immersion Days can be combined with our 100-hour Yoga Certification, bringing together regular practice, structured training and immersion into yoga philosophy and Indian traditions.
This gives you the freedom to begin with a single Immersion Day and, if you wish, continue towards a more comprehensive 100-hour programme.
Whether you are drawn to the devotion of Hanuman, the power of Devi, the stillness of Shiva, the dharma of Vishnu or the teachings of Patañjali, each Immersion Day offers a different doorway into yoga.
Come for one day, explore several themes, or integrate the Immersion Days into your 100-hour certification journey.
Go beyond the postures and discover the traditions, stories and philosophy that have shaped yoga.
Yogic Spirits was founded by Viresh and Ivan, two teachers with complementary backgrounds who share a common vision: making authentic yoga accessible, welcoming, and meaningful.Together, they combine more than 3,000 hours of certified yoga training, ongoing higher education in yoga, and years of teaching experience.
🇮🇳 Viresh – Traditional Yoga from India
Born and raised in Karnataka, India, Viresh brings a direct connection to the culture and traditions from which yoga emerged.He holds certifications in Hatha Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, Yoga Pilates, Ayurveda, Nutrition, Deep Tissue Massage, and Fascia Release Therapy. He is currently pursuing both a Master's Degree and a PhD in Yoga, continuing to deepen his knowledge through advanced study and research. His classes blend traditional teachings with modern understanding of movement, helping students develop strength, mobility, awareness, and inner balance.
🇨🇭 Ivan – Yoga Philosophy & Modern Accessibility
Alongside his yoga teaching, Ivan studies South Asian Studies at the University of Lausanne (UNIL), specializing in Sanskrit, Indian History and Hinduism. His academic work allows him to explore yoga not only as a physical practice but also through its historical, philosophical, and cultural foundations. Certified in Yin Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Sound Healing, and Advanced Yogic Studies, he is passionate about making yoga approachable for modern practitioners while remaining connected to its traditional roots. He is also available to answer any of your questions about the studio and classes.
