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Handcrafted in India | Made for the World.

Forged in
Teak.
Built for
Strength.

Indian clubs, mugdar, and samtola — ancient training implements from the Karlakattai martial tradition, hand-turned for the modern practitioner.

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Indian Clubs 900g Pair
Indian Clubs
Handcrafted Teak Wood Indian Clubs Pair (900 gm each) Total-4 lb
Perfect starter clubs for joint mobility and flow training. Hand-turned from solid teak for shoulder health and coordination.
Indian Club Beginner Kit
Indian Clubs
Indian Clubs Beginner Kit — 4 Pairs + Free Ebook
8 clubs total — 4 matched teak pairs: 500g, 1kg, 1.5kg, and 2kg Mugdar. From warm-up to advanced strength training. Free Training Ebook delivered via email within 24 hours.
Samtola
Samtola
Acacia Wooden Samtola — 20.5 lbs + Free Ebook
The ultimate implement for cross-body stability, core power, and total-body coordination. Crafted from solid acacia with a free training ebook.
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Teak & Acacia

Clubs and mugdar are hand-turned from kiln-dried teak. The samtola is crafted from acacia — each wood chosen for its density, grip, and durability in training.

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Karlakattai Roots

These tools trace their lineage to the Karlakattai martial art and the akhadas of India, where wrestlers and warriors trained for centuries with club and mace.

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Ships from the US

Orders ship from our US warehouse directly to your doorstep. Fast, reliable delivery — no international wait times.

What Our Customers Say
Verified Customer Reviews

Trusted by Practitioners Worldwide

4.9
Based on 24 reviews
★★★★★
March 2025
Mugdar 5kg

Absolutely exceptional quality. The teak is dense, the finish is smooth, and the balance feels like it was made for my hands. Worth every penny.

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James R.Austin, TX
Verified
★★★★★
February 2025
Beginner Kit

Bought the full beginner kit and I have not put them down. The progression from 500g to the 2kg mugdar is perfect. The ebook is a great bonus too.

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Sofia M.Portland, OR
Verified
★★★★★
January 2025
Acacia Samtola

I have tried several clubs from other brands — nothing compares. The acacia samtola has completely transformed my core training. Ships fast too.

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David K.Chicago, IL
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★★★★★
December 2024
Indian Clubs 900g

My shoulder mobility has improved dramatically after just 3 weeks. These clubs feel alive in the hand — like real tools, not gym equipment. Incredible craftsmanship.

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Priya T.Seattle, WA
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★★★★★
November 2024
Mugdar 8kg

The 8kg mugdar is a beast. Built for serious training, no compromises. You can feel the tradition in every rotation. Already ordered a second one for a friend.

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Marcus W.Denver, CO
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★★★★★
October 2024
Mugdar 3kg

Beautifully made. The wood grain, the weight distribution — you can tell these are crafted with real intention. Customer service was also fantastic.

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Amir H.New York, NY
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★★★★★
September 2024
Indian Clubs 900g

Ordered these as a gift for my father who trains daily. He said they are the best clubs he has ever held. The quality speaks for itself.

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Laura C.Miami, FL
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★★★★★
August 2024
Beginner Kit

I run a movement studio and now stock Akhada Crafts for all my clients. The consistency of quality across every piece is remarkable. Highly recommend to any instructor.

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Ravi N.Los Angeles, CA
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★★★★★
July 2024
Acacia Samtola

The samtola is unlike anything I have trained with before. The diagonal loading pattern it creates is extraordinary. A true tool of the akhada tradition.

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Thomas B.Boston, MA
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The Complete Lineup

Every implement from the akhada tradition — available to order. Select any item, choose your weight, and send us a quote request. We'll reply within 1 business day.

Clubs

01 Indian Club
Indian Club Pair
Teardrop / swing clubs
Classic teardrop-shaped wooden clubs for joint mobility, shoulder health, and flow training. The foundation of Indian club practice.
02 Mugdar
Heavy Mugdar
Mudgar / meel
The heavy club of the akhara tradition. Builds rotational power, grip strength, and shoulder resilience. Hand-turned from dense kiln-dried teak.
03 Jori Clubs
Jori Clubs (Pair)
Heavy club pair
Longer and more conical than standard clubs — the extra mass generates more torque. Competed at Varanasi's Nag Panchami festival.
04 Persian Club
Parshiyan Club (Pair)
Persian / zurkhaneh club
The Persian counterpart to Indian clubs — heavier, wider base, used in the zurkhaneh tradition. Builds shoulder and wrist strength through circular swings.
05 Yoga Karlai
Yoga Karlai
Yogic club / swing implement
A yogic training club combining breath, movement, and rotational flow. Used in traditional yoga-based conditioning systems for full-body awareness.

Maces & Barbells

06 Hanuman Gada
Hanuman Gada — 2ft / 2.5ft
Standard gada mace
A heavy ball on a wooden handle. Sacred to Hanuman. Swung in large circular motions targeting shoulders, core, and grip. The icon of Indian strength.
07 Hanuman Gada
Hanuman Gada — 3ft
Competition gada
The competition-grade gada. Longer handle increases leverage and demands greater core stability. Gold gadas of this size are awarded as trophies in Varanasi.
08 Hanuman Gada
Hanuman Gada — 4ft
Heavy long gada
The most demanding gada — full-body engagement at every swing. For advanced practitioners who have mastered the mechanics of shorter lengths.
09 Bhim Gada
Bhim Gada
Warrior mace
Named after the mighty Bhim of the Mahabharata. A thick, powerful mace for raw strength development. Heavier head, shorter handle — pure power training.
10 Bhim Gada
Big Bhim Gada — 4ft
Heavy long warrior mace
The ultimate Bhim Gada — 4ft handle with a massive head. For the serious practitioner. Full-body rotational power at competition level.
11 Sagwan Gada
Sagwan Carving Hanuman Gada
Teak carved premium gada
Hand-carved from premium Sagwan (teak) with intricate detailing. A collector-grade training implement — as beautiful as it is functional.
12 Sagwan Gada
Sagwan 3-Handle Hanuman Gada
Triple grip teak gada
A unique 3-grip handle design built from Sagwan (teak). The multiple grip positions allow varied training angles and progressive loading patterns.
13 Wooden Mace
Wooden Mace
Steel mace alternative
A wooden training mace for offset-load conditioning. The uneven weight distribution challenges stability and builds functional rotational strength.
14 Macebell
Macebell
Long-handle macebell
A long-handle wooden macebell bridging traditional gada training and modern macebell fitness. Excellent for 360s, 10-to-2s, and shoulder conditioning.
15 Samtola
Samtola
Sum-tola / Indian barbell
A log-shaped wooden barbell originally used to level wrestling pit floors. Develops grip, core, and explosive rotational power. Crafted from acacia or teak.
16 Thoppi
Thoppi
Helmet weight / head implement
A traditional Indian weighted helmet implement used in akhara conditioning. Builds neck, trap, and shoulder strength through carry and movement patterns.

Stone Implements

17 Nal
Nal
Stone lifting cylinder
A hollow stone cylinder with a handle inside. A foundational akhara strength tool. One of four competition categories at Varanasi's Nag Panchami festival.
18 Gar Nal
Gar Nal
Stone neck ring
A circular stone ring worn around the neck during dands and baithaks. Builds neck, shoulder, and core strength. Gaining traction with MMA fighters worldwide.
19 Dumbbell Pair
Wooden Dumbbell (Pair)
Traditional wooden dumbbells
Handcrafted wooden dumbbells from the akhara tradition. Used in dand and baithak conditioning. A natural-grip alternative to steel, easier on the joints.

Training Accessories

20 Shena Board
Shena Board — 75cm
Standard push-up handles
Traditional wooden parallettes for the Dand — the Hindu push-up. Elevates wrists for deeper, joint-neutral range of motion. Standard 75cm size.
21 Shena Board
Big Shena Board (Sheesham / Sagwan)
Premium push-up board
The premium large shena board — available in Sheesham (rosewood) or Sagwan (teak). Wider platform, deeper range, built to last a lifetime.
22 Mallakhamb
Mallakhamb Accessories
Pole, rope, grip chalk
Equipment for India's ancient pole-and-rope gymnastics sport. Teak poles, cotton ropes, magnesium chalk, and crash mats. Various configurations available.
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Storage & Display Racks
Club and mugdar racks
Wall-mount and floor-standing racks built for clubs, mugdars, gadas, and nals. Keeps your full akhara kit organized and displayed with respect.
Learn From The Best

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The ancient techniques are alive on YouTube. These creators show you exactly how to use every tool in the arsenal.

Channels Back to Primal ↗ Jothi Silambam ↗ Zen Kahuna ↗ God's Warrior Yogi ↗ Via Militaris ↗ Heroic Sport ↗ The Flowing Dutchman ↗ Heartful Warrior ↗ Strength Side ↗
Your Shoulders Will Never Be The Same After This
Beginner Club Workout · Coach Vaughn
Back to Primal
14 Moves That Will Transform How Your Body Moves
14 Indian Club Exercises · Full Routine
Heroic Sport
This Flow Will Break You (In The Best Way)
Unbroken Flow · Mudgar, Gada and Clubs
Zen Kahuna
The Gada Body Turn Secret Nobody Talks About
Gada and Mace Body Turn Secrets
God's Warrior Yogi
The 10 Exercises That Started It All - 2,000 Years Ago
10 Best Indian Club Exercises
Via Militaris
Stop Making These Mistakes (Everyone Does This)
Gada and Mugdar Mistakes I Wish I Knew
Jothi Silambam
This Is What Mastery of the Gada Actually Looks Like
Gada Flow · Warrior Training
God's Warrior Yogi
How Soldiers Trained Before Gyms Existed
Indian Clubs · Military Stance and HEMA
Via Militaris
Clubs vs Gada: Which One Should You Start With?
Indian Clubs and Gada · Complete Intro
Zen Kahuna
The Ancient Art That Built India's Warriors Is Still Alive
Karlakattai & Meipadam ft. Jothi Silambam
The Flowing Dutchman
The Training System That Built Warriors for 2,000 Years
Karlakattai · Ancient Indian Strength System
The Flowing Dutchman
10 Rotations Every Karlakattai Practitioner Must Know
10 Most Important Karlakattai Rotations · All Levels
Heartful Warrior · Kshakthiree Trusha

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