About the Ashram

A space rooted in the sacred land of Rishikesh — where knowledge unfolds not as
information, but as a living, unhurried encounter with one’s own nature.

A space for living inquiry not rapid learning

Rishikesh Advaita Yoga Ashram is a contemplative institution rooted in the Bhāratīya Jñāna Paramparā — the classical tradition of Indian Knowledge Systems. We offer programs in Advaita Vedānta, Yoga philosophy, Meditation, Śrī Vidyā, and related disciplines, designed to cultivate genuine understanding rather than mere familiarity.

Our courses are carefully structured to emphasise preparation, reflection, and lived engagement — recognising that classical texts cannot simply be read. They must be received. Knowledge is inseparable from the readiness of the seeker; without preparation of mind, even profound teachings remain intellectual rather than transformative.

Alongside teaching programs, the ashram engages in research and publication work — contributing to a broader, more thoughtful awareness of India’s living wisdom traditions.

Meet the Mentors

Those who hold, teach, and walk this work with care

Four dedicated guides whose knowledge, practice, and personal sincerity form the living foundation of the ashram.

Bhagyashree Ji

Rooted in Sanātana Dharma and guided by lived practice from early childhood, her journey in sādhanā began at the age of three and has continued as a steady undercurrent throughout her life. Coming from a lineage that has contributed to spiritual literature and upheld the tenets of Sanātana Dharma across generations, she was raised within a living tradition of study, discipline, and service. This inheritance shaped not a sense of authority, but a responsibility — to preserve, deepen, and share this knowledge with sincerity.

Alongside this spiritual grounding, she extended her service into the wider world, engaging deeply in professional roles across diverse corporate environments. She is an active member of the Network of Hinduism in Dialogue( Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, UK), reflecting her ongoing engagement with dialogue, reflection, and scholarship within contemporary contexts. 

Sadhu Sri Ji

Rooted in Sanātana Dharma and guided by lived practice from early childhood, her journey in sādhanā began at the age of three and has continued as a steady undercurrent throughout her life. Coming from a lineage that has contributed to spiritual literature and upheld the tenets of Sanātana Dharma across generations, she was raised within a living tradition of study, discipline, and service. This inheritance shaped not a sense of authority, but a responsibility — to preserve, deepen, and share this knowledge with sincerity.

Alongside this spiritual grounding, she extended her service into the wider world, engaging deeply in professional roles across diverse corporate environments. She is an active member of the Network of Hinduism in Dialogue( Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, UK), reflecting her ongoing engagement with dialogue, reflection, and scholarship within contemporary contexts. 

Shamli Joshi Ji

Rooted in Sanātana Dharma and guided by lived practice from early childhood, her journey in sādhanā began at the age of three and has continued as a steady undercurrent throughout her life. Coming from a lineage that has contributed to spiritual literature and upheld the tenets of Sanātana Dharma across generations, she was raised within a living tradition of study, discipline, and service. This inheritance shaped not a sense of authority, but a responsibility — to preserve, deepen, and share this knowledge with sincerity.

Alongside this spiritual grounding, she extended her service into the wider world, engaging deeply in professional roles across diverse corporate environments. She is an active member of the Network of Hinduism in Dialogue( Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, UK), reflecting her ongoing engagement with dialogue, reflection, and scholarship within contemporary contexts. 

Atharva Ji

Rooted in Sanātana Dharma and guided by lived practice from early childhood, her journey in sādhanā began at the age of three and has continued as a steady undercurrent throughout her life. Coming from a lineage that has contributed to spiritual literature and upheld the tenets of Sanātana Dharma across generations, she was raised within a living tradition of study, discipline, and service. This inheritance shaped not a sense of authority, but a responsibility — to preserve, deepen, and share this knowledge with sincerity.

Alongside this spiritual grounding, she extended her service into the wider world, engaging deeply in professional roles across diverse corporate environments. She is an active member of the Network of Hinduism in Dialogue( Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, UK), reflecting her ongoing engagement with dialogue, reflection, and scholarship within contemporary contexts. 

Our Three Pillars

What the ashram rests upon

Three interwoven streams — teaching, inquiry, and publication — together form the living body of the ashram’s work in the world.

Learning & Teaching

Structured programs in classical Indian Knowledge Systems — including Advaita Vedānta, Yoga Sūtras, Śrī Vidyā, Meditation, and Bhagavad Gītā. Courses are designed to build familiarity gradually, in alignment with the guru–śiṣya tradition. Programs are affordable and accessible, especially to women.

Research & Inquiry

Ongoing scholarly inquiry into classical Indian texts, their context, and contemporary relevance. The ashram undertakes research with an emphasis on depth and contextual understanding — not surface-level commentary — contributing to the broader preservation of this wisdom.

Publications

Educational materials, interpretive writing, and scriptural works —
including translations of classical Sanskrit texts into English and regional languages. The ashram’s publications create accessible bridges between ancient wisdom and the modern inquirer, without reducing depth.

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“The seeker who arrives with an empty cup is already halfway there. What is asked is not knowledge — only readiness.”

— Rishikesh Advaita Yoga Ashram · Advaita Sadhana Kutir, Rishikesh