Yoga Sutras
A Systematic Path of Self-Discovery
A journey into awareness, meditation and stillness through the wisdom of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.
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Exploring the wisdom traditions of India through study, practice and direct experience for a more aware and meaningful life.
OUR APPROACH
At Shanti, we explore the wisdom traditions of India through philosophy, meditation and self-enquiry. The teachings are not studied simply as ideas, nor meditation as a technique, but as an invitation to look deeply into our own experience — and to bring that understanding into everyday life.
Study the timeless teachings with clarity and depth.
Explore through direct experience of stillness and presence.
Investigate what the teachings reveal for yourself.
CORE PROGRAMS
Three distinct paths into study, meditation and experience.
Each program is a complete immersion.
A Systematic Path of Self-Discovery
A journey into awareness, meditation and stillness through the wisdom of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.
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THE YOGA OF ACTION, KNOWLEDGE AND DEVOTION
Exploring the Gita’s teachings on action, self-knowledge, devotion and the nature of freedom.
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THE MANY DOORWAYS TO MEDITATION
Exploring 112 contemplative practices, each offering a different doorway into meditation and awareness.
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GUIDED BY SUGATO
Meditation & Yoga Philosophy Teacher
With over two decades of study and practice, and more than 12 years of teaching, Sugato brings together the wisdom traditions of India, meditation and direct enquiry. His approach is grounded in the texts, while remaining attentive to the experiences and questions of today's world.
MEET SUGATO →STUDENT EXPERIENCES
The philosophy classes were a life-changing experience. His delivery of the content was engaging and held everyone’s utmost attention.
Since embracing these teachings, silence and meditation has become essential for me, allowing me to cultivate inner peace and clarity.
He has a remarkable ability to make complex philosophical ideas accessible and relevant to daily life.
His wisdom and intuitive approach have transformed my life.
A PLACE TO LOOK WITHIN
Set in the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh has long been a place of practice, study and inner exploration. Shanti offers a space to engage with these timeless teachings in a contemporary and accessible way.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS IN RISHIKESH →