who we are

A spiritual home in Rishikesh

A place to learn, to practise, and to belong.

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Who we are

Praying beside the water at Radha-kund

At Radha-kund · photo: Vrajacandrika, CC BY 2.0

Bhakti Yoga Rishikesh is an international community inspired by Radhanath Swami and rooted in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition.

Many of us came to Rishikesh as seekers ourselves. Through bhakti, we found a path that moved from philosophy into lived experience — shaping our homes, friendships, work, and daily practice.

Our team brings together people from different cultures, backgrounds, and stages of life, united by sincere practice and a longing for something real.

We share bhakti through kirtan, thoughtful guidance, honest friendship, daily practice, and a welcoming space where people can explore devotion at their own pace.

what is bhakti

The yoga of the heart

Sing

Kirtan

The names of the Divine, sung together, until the room becomes one voice.

Repeat

Japa

A quiet, personal meditation: the maha-mantra on beads, one name at a time.

Listen

Satsang

Sitting with wisdom — readings and talks from the Gita and the bhakti texts, honest questions welcome.

Share

Prasad & seva

Food offered with love and then shared, and the simple joy of being useful.

“If one offers Me with love and devotion a leaf, a flower, a fruit or a little water, I will accept it.”

Bhagavad-gita 9.26

the family

Faces from our community

The whole community together after an evening of kirtanLaughing together at the Kirtan MelaTwo friends laughing on the way home from satsangFriends sharing a joyful moment by the GangaAn afternoon satsang on the steps outside the hallAn attentive face during an evening class

Some of the smiles you’ll meet — come add yours.

Come meet us in person

The best introduction to bhakti isn’t a page about it — it’s a little time among people who live it. Tell us what you’re drawn to, and we’ll help you find your way in.

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