Devotees gathered in the morning light at the ashram in Rishikesh

Rishikesh · A 21-Day Residential Experience

Bhakti Ashram
Experience21 days of devotional lifestyle, practice & inner growth

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Step into a sacred rhythm of daily Bhakti life — prayer, meditation, kirtan, wisdom, seva, introspection and joyful community. A guided residential experience for sincere seekers who want to explore Bhakti in a practical, embodied way.

Monthly cycles · 1–21

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Not only something to learn about — but something to live through. Over twenty-one days you are invited into the daily life of an ashram: rising before dawn, chanting, studying, serving, and resting in good company.

The program runs from the 1st to the 21st of selected months — October, November, December, February, March and April. Join the full twenty-one days, or begin with the first ten, with the possibility of extension.

21Days of practice
6Monthly cycles
12Daily touchstones
A woman in quiet meditation at the ashram
A guided rhythmSadhana to evening kirtan
A lived Bhakti experience

Bhakti, practised — not just studied

Over twenty-one days, participants are invited into a daily rhythm of Bhakti practice — morning prayers, japa meditation, kirtan, wisdom classes, seva, personal reflection, practical learning, and evening devotional programs.

It is designed to help you understand the foundations of Bhakti, practise them in a guided environment, observe their effect on your life, and arrive at your own realisations through direct experience.

Whether you are new to spiritual life or already on the path, this program offers a supportive structure for inner growth, conscious living, and meaningful connection.

  • Understand the foundations of Bhakti
  • Practise them in a guided environment
  • Gain realisations through direct experience
What a day looks like

A day in the ashram

Each day follows a balanced rhythm of practice, learning, reflection, seva and community — making space for both inner depth and joyful connection.

Dawn

6:00 AMMangala Arati

We begin the day in a peaceful, sacred atmosphere with simple morning prayers.

6:15 AMYoga or Japa

Those who wish may join yoga, while others continue with japa meditation.

7:30 AMJapa Meditation

A shared period of japa grounds the day in mantra, focus, and inner steadiness.

Morning

9:00 AMBreakfast

A nourishing breakfast to continue the day with clarity and energy.

10:00 AMGuru Puja

A morning devotional gathering in a spirit of gratitude and reverence.

10:15 AMWisdom Class

A daily class where we study Bhakti teachings and reflect on how they apply in life.

Midday

12:00 PMStudy / Introspection

Quiet time for reflection, journaling, reading, and internalising the teachings.

1:00 PMWorkshop or Activity

Guided sessions, practical learning, or group activities exploring different aspects of Bhakti life.

2:00 PMLunch & Free Time

Time to rest, recharge, and integrate.

Evening

6:00 PMEvening Program

Spiritual nourishment through kirtans, wisdom talks, reflections, or special sessions with teachers and kirtaniyas.

8:00 PMDinner + Seva

A shared evening meal in a mood of devotional service.

Night

10:00 PMWinding Down

A gentle close to the day.

Each day carries a different mood, and a fresh opportunity for learning, reflection, and realisation.

A hall full of seekers singing kirtan together by lamplight

Come experience Bhakti — and observe what changes within.

Monthly program cycles

Choose your cycle

The experience runs from the 1st to the 21st of each selected month during the season. When you register, you tell us which cycle you would like to join.

Registering your place

When you fill out the registration form, you can express which monthly cycle you would like to join.

Spaces are limited in each cycle, so registration does not automatically confirm your place. Our team will contact you afterwards to confirm availability and guide you through the next steps.

Flexible participation

The main format is the full 21-day experience, for those who want a deeper immersion. If you cannot stay for the full duration, it may be possible to join for the first 10 days of a cycle, with the possibility of extending afterwards.

To preserve the flow of the experience, shorter stays begin from the 1st day of the cycle — participants do not join later in the middle of the program.

Studying sacred Bhakti texts at the ashram
Bhagavad Gita · Bhagavata PuranaWisdom for everyday life
Wisdom study

Bhakti wisdom for everyday life

In our wisdom classes we study essential teachings from the Bhagavad Gita, the Bhagavata Purana, and other important Bhakti texts — deep guidance for understanding the self, the nature of this world, and how to live a more conscious, connected life amid everyday responsibilities.

Participants explore how Bhakti wisdom can help us understand the mind, transform the heart, and bring more clarity, compassion, humility and purpose into daily life. The study is accessible for new seekers, while still offering depth for those with experience.

Themes covered

What is Bhakti Yoga
The self beyond body & mind
The nature of this world
Living spiritually every day
Actions, habits & relationships in Bhakti
Developing devotional qualities
Transforming character through practice
Practical wisdom from the Gita & Bhagavata
Marigolds and devotional preparations at a hands-on workshop
Hands-on & practicalCooking, kirtan, instruments, puja
Workshops & practical learning

Learn Bhakti with your hands

Alongside daily practice and wisdom study, participants explore Bhakti through practical learning, guided workshops, and shared experiences — devotional cooking, where food is prepared and offered as prasadam; kirtan workshops; basic instrument learning; and hands-on sessions on different Bhakti practices.

We also explore how to better understand and guide the mind, build discipline, and develop supportive spiritual habits. Some workshops introduce selected ceremonies and pujas, and living expressions of Bhakti such as the worship of Mother Ganga. Some days bring team experiences and visits to special holy places — joyful opportunities to learn together and deepen the experience.

Prasadam cooking
Kirtan workshops
Instrument learning
Pujas & ceremonies
Worship of Mother Ganga
Visits to holy places
Guiding the mind
What you will experience

Eight threads of devotional life

i

Bhakti Morning Sadhana

Prayers, japa meditation, and optional yoga.

ii

Kirtan & Wisdom

Daily devotional sound and spiritual teachings.

iii

Bhakti Wisdom Study

Teachings from the Bhagavad Gita, Bhagavata Purana, and Bhakti literature.

iv

Seva in Practice

Experience the spirit of Bhakti through meaningful service.

v

Introspection & Reflection

Time for journaling, study, and personal realisations.

vi

Workshops & Learning

Guided sessions on prasadam cooking, kirtan, instruments, pujas and discipline.

vii

Trips & Sacred Experiences

Visits to holy places and group activities for shared, joyful learning.

viii

Community & Shared Growth

Connect with like-minded seekers in a supportive environment.

Who is this for?

A space for sincere seekers

  • New spiritual seekers
  • Those curious about Bhakti Yoga
  • People seeking a more conscious, meaningful lifestyle
  • Practitioners who want to deepen their practice
  • Anyone longing for community, structure and inner growth

You do not need to be advanced in spiritual practice to join.

A sincere interest, openness to learn, and respectful participation are enough.

Participation & pricing

Your stay, your way

A 21-day residential program for full immersion. If you cannot join for the full duration, you may participate for the first 10 days, depending on availability, with the possibility of extending afterwards.

Oct 1–21Nov 1–21Dec 1–21
Feb 1–21Mar 1–21Apr 1–21

Shared Room

₹2,000/ day
₹30,000full 21 days
Special full-program price
  • Shared accommodation at the ashram
  • Daily prasadam meals
  • Full access to sadhana, classes & workshops

Register for this option

Single Room

Private

₹3,500/ day
₹50,000full 21 days
Special full-program price
  • Your own private room
  • Daily prasadam meals
  • Full access to sadhana, classes & workshops

Register for this option

Please contact us if you would like help choosing the best stay option.

Joining for the first 10 days? Per-day rates apply — message us and we’ll help you plan.

Come experience Bhakti — and observe what changes within

If you feel called to explore a devotional way of life through prayer, mantra, kirtan, wisdom, seva and community, this is your invitation. Step into a sacred rhythm of practice, reflection, and inner growth.

Spaces are limited in each monthly cycle