Manuel Schiltknecht is the founder, CEO and coach of Bardogs Zürich. He possesses exceptionally deep expertise based on years of practice, consistent self-training and countless coaching sessions. Manuel trains with great discipline himself and is known for his impressive strength — qualities that earn him great respect in the training environment. His calisthenics journey began in 2012 — alone, on playgrounds and out of a pure passion for movement. From this passion, the Bardogs Zürich club was founded in 2014 together with other athletes, followed by the GmbH in 2019. What began as a personal path developed into a clear vision: to create a place where training is taken seriously, but always with a positive vibe, mutual respect and genuine togetherness. As a coach, Manuel combines solid knowledge in strength development, technique and load management with a clear, focused approach. Despite high standards, he creates an atmosphere in which you feel comfortable, are taken seriously and can work on yourself with concentration. It is precisely this combination of competence, presence and attitude that shapes Bardogs to this day.
Calisthenics changed my life by combining discipline with creative freedom; it’s about total body control and sharing this passion together in our community.
