For millennia, the Himalayas have been a tapasya-bhūmi, a sacred ground where rishis, yogis, and seekers have journeyed to pursue knowledge, tapas, and self-realisation. The Gurukul was once at the heart of this way of learning, where wisdom was transmitted through living with the Guru, through śravaṇa, manana, sādhanā, and sevā. Over time, this living tradition gradually faded from our way of life.
Hitesh Ji has carried a vision to revive this Gurukul Parampara in its true spirit, not as a recreation of the past, but as a living tradition for the present. Shala Gurukulam is the beginning of that dream: a space in the Himalayas, open to every sincere seeker who wishes to learn, practise, serve, and grow in the timeless wisdom of Yoga and Sanātana Dharma.
Rooted in the Yogic Tradition
सुराज्ये धार्मिके देशे सुभिक्षे निरुपद्रवे।
धनुः प्रमाणपर्यन्तं शिलाग्निजलवर्जिते।
एकान्ते मठिकामध्ये स्थातव्यं हठयोगिना॥
— Haṭha Yoga Pradīpikā 1.12–13
Each practice follows a sacred progression, from the body, to the breath, to stillness, guiding the seeker inward, from movement towards awareness.
Shoolni Mata Temple
A short walk from the Gurukulam, this shrine is dedicated to Mata Shoolini, a form of Devi. The temple also houses the Kshetrapala, the guardian of the sacred land.
Gambeshwar Mahadev Temple
A shrine of Swayambhu Shiva, where a natural stream continuously performs jal abhisheka upon the Shiva Lingam, flowing from the mountain throughout the year.
Tara Devi Temple
An ancient Himalayan shrine dedicated to Maa Tara, one of the Das Mahavidyas and a revered Shakti Peetha.
Jakhu Hanuman Temple
An ancient shrine dedicated to Sri Hanuman, situated upon Jakhu Hill. The kshetra is deeply associated with Hanuman and the sacred traditions of the Himalayas.
Upcoming Retreats & Programmes
