You are invited to step into the timeless embrace of the Himalayas for a transformative 12-day retreat celebrating Navaratri, the nine nights of the goddess—a sacred festival revered throughout India. This potent period, beginning on the new moon, aligns with the natural cycles of renewal, offering a powerful opportunity to purify, regenerate, and awaken.

Step into the timeless embrace of the Himalayas for a 12-day retreat honoring Navaratri, the sacred nine nights of the Goddess. Rooted in the Shivoham Tantrik lineage, this immersive experience aligns with nature’s cycles, guiding you through purification, renewal, and awakening.

What to Expect

• Yantra Creation: Build a sacred yantra (a geometric diagram embodying the energy of a deity) for the Navaratri period, channeling the transformative power of the Goddess.

• Daily Sadhana: Participate in group mantra meditation around the yantra, invoking divine energies and sparking the fire of your practice. 

• Mantra Initiation: Receive a personalized mantra (sacred sound formulas to awaken and align with cosmic energies) initiation from Bobby, a 12-year disciple of tantrik master Guruji Maharaj of Shivoham Ashram.

• Tantrik Rituals and Yagnas: Engage in kriyas (purification techniques that cleanse and balance the body, mind, and energy system) and yagnas (fire ceremonies activating the alchemical process of offering and transformation).

• Guided Meditations and Pranayama: Explore meditative techniques and breathwork practices to harmonize and energize your subtle body.

• Sun Salutations with Mantra: Begin your mornings with dynamic sun salutations infused with sacred sound, aligning movement and mantra.

• Yoga and Energy Body Teachings: Deepen your understanding of the chakras (energy centers) and nadis (subtle energy channels) through daily yoga practice and teachings on the energy body.

• Music & Bhakti: Open your heart through kirtans led by Sulochana, in heartfelt celebration of the divine, and daily morning chanting with Mischa.

• Nature Immersion:

• Forest Bathing: Absorb the healing energy of the Himalayan forest, aligning with its ancient rhythms.

• Earth Altars: Create sacred altars in nature, honoring the elements and deepening your connection to the cycles of life.

• Hiking and Waterfall Bathing: Walk the trails of the Himalayas and bathe in sacred waterfalls and to experience Nature's purifying energies.

• Temple Visits: Visit the Chamundi Devi Temple, a sacred site celebrating the Divine Feminine, and the Dalai Lama’s temple.

Retreat Leaders

This retreat is lovingly guided by Bobby G and Sulochana of the Kalagni School of Healing, and Mischa, each bringing their unique gifts and deep dedication to the Tantrik path:

• Bobby G is a 12-year disciple of Guruji Maharaj of the Shivoham Tantra lineage. He has received initiation in tantrik healing techniques from Guruji and is empowered to provide mantra initiation and guide participants through transformative Tantrik practices. Bobby and his wife Sulochana founded Kalagni, a school of Traditional Tantra and healing empowerment. 

• Sulochana is a gifted tantrik practitioner and facilitator, trained in traditional tantra yoga and meditation, with six years of discipleship with Guruji Maharaj. Through her deep connection to the divine, she weaves her intuitive understanding of alchemy, nature, and sound into her offerings, creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for transformation.

• Mischa is an experienced and devoted yoga teacher with over 13 years of teaching and 7 years of discipleship with Guruji. Initiated into the kundalini tantra path, she is empowered to steward sadhanas and guide participants in integrating Tantrik wisdom into their lives.

Together, they hold a sacred container to explore the alchemy of Tantra and honor the Divine Feminine during the sacred time of Navaratri.

Venue & Accommodation

We’ve arranged a beautiful retreat venue located on Bhagsunag road, between Mcleod Ganj and Bhagsu, for our practices and curated a list of nearby guest houses for your convenience which we can send you once you are ready to book.

You’re also welcome to explore additional accommodation options in the area through platforms such as Booking.com or Airbnb to find what suits you best.

You can find rooms ranging from 1000 INR per night upwards.

Cost & Registration

• 56,000 INR Early Bird (until March 7, 2025)

• 64,000 INR Standard

• Deposit: 10,000 INR (non-refundable) secures your spot.

What’s Included?

✔ Breakfast + Chai
✔ All Tantra materials (ritual items, yantra supplies, meditation mat)
✔ Yoga, mantra initiation, fire ceremonies, kirtan
✔ Talks on Tantra, Alchemy & Navaratri
✔ Forest bathing, waterfall hikes, temple visits

Not Included:
✘ Transport to/from Dharamshala
✘ Lunch + dinner (meals range from 200-600 INR)
✘ Accommodation
✘ Temple donations

Reserve Your Spot!

This retreat is a unique opportunity to immerse in the sacred Navaratri sadhana, embrace the Divine Feminine, and deepen your Tantrik practice in a supportive, intimate, family-style setting.

Spaces are limited. Reserve your place today !

Come with an open heart and mind—we look forward to sharing this powerful journey with you!