4 Day New Year Residential Experience

Navarsh Utsav

30th Dec - 2nd Jan, 2027 | Shala Gurukulam, Shimla

30th Dec - 2nd Jan, 2027 | Shala Gurukulam, Shimla

30th Dec - 2nd Jan, 2027 | Shala Gurukulam, Shimla

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Navaarambha

Celebration of
New Beginnings

Celebration of
New Beginnings

In the sacred understanding of Kaal, every transition offers an opportunity to pause, reflect and renew our Sankalpa. Navarsh Utsav is a 4-day residential experience at Shala Gurukulam, bringing together Yoga, Prakriti, Sanatan wisdom, Sadhana, Satsang and Sangha, woven together in the spirit of Utsava, a sacred celebration that uplifts the body, mind and spirit. As one year dissolves into another, step into the sacred rhythm of the Gurukulam, and gather in stillness for Shiva Sadhana

In the sacred understanding of Kaal, every transition offers an opportunity to pause, reflect and renew our Sankalpa. Navarsh Utsav is a 4-day residential experience at Shala Gurukulam, bringing together Yoga, Prakriti, Sanatan wisdom, Sadhana, Satsang and Sangha, woven together in the spirit of Utsava, a sacred celebration that uplifts the body, mind and spirit. As one year dissolves into another, step into the sacred rhythm of the Gurukulam, and gather in stillness for Shiva Sadhana

Welcome the dawn of a new year with prayer, presence, gratitude and a conscious Sankalpa.

Welcome the dawn of a new year with prayer, presence, gratitude and a conscious Sankalpa.

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The Experience

The Experience

A Glimpse Into Navotsava

A Glimpse Into Navotsava

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Day 1

Arrive & Explore

Breakfast • Introduction • Gurukulam exploration • Yoga games • Lunch • Rest • Outdoor games • Moonlight meditation • Dinner

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Day 1

Arrive & Explore

Breakfast • Introduction • Gurukulam exploration • Yoga games • Lunch • Rest • Outdoor games • Moonlight meditation • Dinner

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DAY 2

Practise & Celebrate

Jala Neti • Asana • Breakfast • Nature trail • Lunch • Rest • Discourse with Hitesh ji • Dinner • Midnight Shiva Sadhana

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DAY 2

Practise & Celebrate

Jala Neti • Asana • Breakfast • Nature trail • Lunch • Rest • Discourse with Hitesh ji • Dinner • Midnight Shiva Sadhana

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DAY 3

Darshan & Reflect

Pranayama • Light stretching • Breakfast • Temple Darshan • Lunch • Rest & personal time

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DAY 3

Darshan & Reflect

Pranayama • Light stretching • Breakfast • Temple Darshan • Lunch • Rest & personal time

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DAY 4

Depart

Carry the memories, learnings and stillness of the Gurukulam back with you.

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DAY 4

Depart

Carry the memories, learnings and stillness of the Gurukulam back with you.

The Gurukulam

A Living Space for Timeless Wisdom

Nestled amidst the Himalayan landscape of Shimla, Shala Gurukulam is an endeavour to revive the timeless Guru–Shishya Parampara, where knowledge is not merely taught, but received, practised and lived.

Rooted in the traditional Gurukula way of life, the Gurukulam seeks to create a space where seekers can come close to the teachings, their teachers and the living wisdom of Sanatana Dharma.

For Navotsava, this sacred space opens its doors for you to experience the rhythm of Sadhana, Satsang, Seva, Sangha and Utsav, and to welcome the New Year in the spirit of a conscious new beginning.

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  • “Having bhajans in that serene valley was something out of this world. It made me reflect on the life I am living in a big city and the kind of life I truly want to live.”

    Manik Ji

  • “My experience at shala brought many changes into my life. I learned how to let go of negative thoughts, how to forgive others and how to forgive myself. I feel a deep sense of relief within.”

    Varsha Ji

  • “The shala community feels like an extended family. You meet people who understand what you are feeling because they are experiencing it themselves.”

    Sneha Ji

  • “When I met Hitesh Ji, it felt like Mahadev had brought him into my life. Since then, it feels like Mahadev and my Guru are always before my eyes. Hitesh Ji has been a light in my life.”

    Rachna Ji

  • "This is my 4th time signing up and following Yoga Sadhana with Hiteshji. I am so grateful to have found him. It all started before he even came across my Instagram feed."

    Falguni Ji