MEEL

The father of all clubs

Fibrous, warm and organic like muscles, Meel are handcrafted by traditional artisans from one solid piece of walnut timber and are used in pair.

Each piece is a unique, functional work of art.

Swinging Meels is a profound form of circular strength training, providing uniform resistance across the entire range of shoulder movement.

With fluid, circular motions spanning all three planes, it demands skill and cultivates 3D strength.

The harmonization of breath and movement deepens focus and rhythm, creating a meditative journey.

The distinctive handmade shape of authentic Meels, honed through ages, offers a truly unparalleled and transformative swinging experience.

I have swung poly-carbonate clubs, metal clubs, other wooden clubs but none compare to these authentic handmade Meel. The balance, feel and design are superb. These tools are well worth the investment.

Dominic Lo

Exercise physiologist

The Oldest Strength Tool

For a heavily armed knight, a Pahlavan, a mace was as effective as a sword or battle axe.

Historically Meel was used for practising and developing the strength and skill required for handling various handheld weapons like maces, axes, hammers and lances.

The Meel serves as a weapon replacement tool used for martial arts strength conditioning.

The Meel is the father of all clubs. Most modern clubs are inspired by the Meel and fashioned after it.

The club, which the Meel is derived from, is humankind’s oldest tool and Meel are arguably the oldest strength training tool in the world.

highest quality craftsmanship

✓ Hand-made from one solid piece of walnut timber.

✓ The best and highest quality Meels produced traditional artisans hand-picked and preferred by experienced practitioners.

✓ Supporting the originator community and their traditional arts and way of life.

✓Kiln dried for minimum 3 months to eliminate the risk for future cracks due to dehydration of the timber.

FAQ

What weight should I start on?

Traditionally, in the Zurkhaneh (house of strength), a healthy adult male begins their training with a 6 kg (13.3 lb) pair of Meel. However, if you are new to this type of training or are restarting your strength journey and prefer a smoother and safer progression, I would recommend starting with a 4 kg (8.8 lb) pair of Meel.

For strength athletes with previous experience in circular strength training but no familiarity with Persian Meel, I would suggest using an 8 kg (17 lb) pair of Meel. Anything heavier will be too challenging to learn with.

Based on my experience, most beginner females typically start with a 2 kg (4.4 lb) pair of Meel, while strong and experienced females often begin with a 4 kg (8.8 lb) pair.

How can I learn to use Meels?

Head over to our academy to embark on your learning journey. We provide a range of flexible training options, including workshops (both online and in person), personalized one-on-one coaching sessions, and engaging group events. We also offer online self-study courses, and I’m excited to share that we have a FREE online Persian Yoga Fundamentals course available. You will gain access to a series of instructional videos that cover the fundamental aspects of Meel swinging delivered free to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter.

Do you ship Internationally?

Yes, we do.

What is weight of Meel

The Persian Meel tend to be larger than Indian Clubs. They come in varying shapes and sizes and usually weigh between 2-50 kg for a pair.

How can I make my own Meel

We have made “make it yourself” designs available. Simply sign up for our newsletter, and you will receive the template for creating your own Persian Meel directly in your email inbox.