Where Human Performance Is Scientifically Engineered

About Us

I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.

At Invictus, we don’t train to feel better. We train to see measurable improvements across every facet. Every journey begins with measurement, advances through intelligent design, and evolves through continuous refinement.

Our philosophy blends sports science, physiotherapy, biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, and coaching into one unified ecosystem. The outcome is simple: clarity, precision, and performance that can be measured — not imagined.
Over the last 10 years, we’ve built performers by understanding the human in front of us, solving the right problems, and engineering sustainable progress through data-backed systems.

This is not fitness.
This is not a workout.
This is The Science of Performance.

Rohan Mathew

Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer

Rohan Mathew is the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and a Co-founder of Invictus Performance Lab. He is the principal technical leader responsible for establishing and driving the company’s comprehensive methodological and technical standards. Holding an M.Sc. in Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology from Bangor University (UK), Rohan is a specialist in the design and implementation of transdisciplinary health and performance systems. He directs the strategic execution of applied sports science, integrating physiology, training, and rehab with systemic solutions in nutrition, biochemistry, and lifestyle management. As an active consultant to high-level executives, organizations, and tech companies, Rohan advises on technical and organizational excellence within the performance and health space. This work involves establishing robust technical departments through system design and protocol development, conducting system audits, and leading educational initiatives to upskill staff, including scientists, doctors, and coaches. Rohan leads multi-disciplinary teams and drives organizational R&D, ensuring evidence-based science is translated into impactful, real-world outcomes. His expertise is validated by the broad spectrum of clients he supports, ranging from clinical populations and specialized military personnel to elite athletes and teams competing at the highest international levels. His work brings the rigorous standards of elite performance to the resilience and excellence of every individual.

Varun Shetty

Founder & CEO

Varun Shetty is the Founder and CEO of Invictus Performance Lab, one of India’s leading high-performance sports science institutions. Over the past 10 years, he has led Invictus from a specialist performance setup into a multidisciplinary ecosystem integrating sports science, physiotherapy, strength and conditioning, rehabilitation, recovery, nutrition, and performance data. Under his leadership, Invictus has worked across 46 sports, supporting athletes from grassroots pathways to international competition. The organization has contributed to the development of first-time medalists and elite performers, while also partnering with major sporting platforms including the Women’s Premier League, Indian Hockey League, and Prime Volleyball League. As CEO, Varun’s focus has been on building scalable systems, not just individual success stories. He has developed a structured mentorship pipeline for Indian sports science, physiotherapy, and strength and conditioning professionals, while establishing a longitudinal assessment and data architecture that informs training, rehabilitation, and performance decisions. His work represents a shift in Indian sport — from isolated coaching and rehabilitation models to integrated, evidence-led high-performance systems designed to build athletes, professionals, and institutions for the future.

Team Spotlight

The Specialists Who Engineer Progress

At your disposal is an experienced multidisciplinary unit of physiotherapists, sports scientists, strength coaches, and performance specialists — all operating as one integrated system.

Abhishek Nayak

Head of Physiotherapy & Education

Ashwini Shelke

Head of Physiotherapy, Data & Diagnostics

Sankrit Harimohan

Head of Athletic Performance

Kavitha Vaidyula

Head - Human Resource & Administration

Jai Chellaram

Head - Marketing & Client Servicing

Vignesh Battula

Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach

Vignesh Manohar

Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach

Shreya Sinha

Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach

Vishwanath S

Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach

Kalaiarasan

Senior Sports Physiotherapist

Farhana Shah

Senior Sports Physiotherapist

Tejal Menezes

Lead Data Analyst