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# Life at the Ashram: Our Community & Home

Tribe Verified · Authentic residential ashram living near Bengaluru.

By [Soham Ayur Yoga Ashram](https://mytribe.in/soham-ayur-yoga-ashram) · Residential retreat at Ashram near Bengaluru · ₹79K per person (25 days) (estimate)

Part of [200-Hour Residential Multistyle Yoga Teacher Training](https://mytribe.in/soham-ayur-yoga-ashram/200-hour-residential-multistyle-yoga-teacher-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/soham-ayur-yoga-ashram/200-hour-residential-multistyle-yoga-teacher-training/gallery)

Step into a space where yoga is not just a practice, but a way of living. Here in Ramanagar, we trade city noise for quiet mornings, home-grown sattvic food, and a community dedicated to real, human connection.

## Photos and videos

- ![Life at the ashram is not always serious. Here, we are having some playful fun in the woods, reminding us to connect with our inner child and find joy in the simple moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b330827-1ffb-4118-9dc9-df02df273904)
- ![Life at the ashram is not always serious. Here, we are having some playful fun in the woods, reminding us to connect with our inner child and find joy in the simple moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ca675c7c-58b2-48e0-aee0-38c02e32d8a0)
- ![Pure, uninhibited laughter by the water's edge. The friendships formed during the training are one of the most cherished takeaways. This is a space where you can be your true self.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0db2d95e-74a6-4ed2-a0db-a129924b0880)
- ![Pure, uninhibited laughter by the water's edge. The friendships formed during the training are one of the most cherished takeaways. This is a space where you can be your true self.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fdc63bc-358a-477e-9495-d54691522ec0)
- ![Pure, uninhibited laughter by the water's edge. The friendships formed during the training are one of the most cherished takeaways. This is a space where you can be your true self.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50dc7ff4-f606-4809-9f76-fe6b13ce92af)
- ![Pure, uninhibited laughter by the water's edge. The friendships formed during the training are one of the most cherished takeaways. This is a space where you can be your true self.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66d9ab61-3bdc-409a-961b-6d052774e934)
- ![Yoga is found in every action, even in the kitchen. Here, I am preparing a simple meal. Cooking with mindfulness and love is a form of service (seva) and a practice of yoga itself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/107af1c6-4ed2-40f1-bb20-c1bca4383746)
- ![Yoga is found in every action, even in the kitchen. Here, I am preparing a simple meal. Cooking with mindfulness and love is a form of service (seva) and a practice of yoga itself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/497a15e0-d0fd-413c-9dd8-6bbe3e2e662e)
- ![Students embrace a large, ancient tree, feeling its grounding energy. Connecting with nature is a core part of our practice here, reminding us of our roots and our connection to all living things.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1200a206-e51f-4c90-8493-0d41fc04fca5)
- ![Students embrace a large, ancient tree, feeling its grounding energy. Connecting with nature is a core part of our practice here, reminding us of our roots and our connection to all living things.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/80a6a435-1673-4dfa-98c5-4b43dccfc651)
- ![Students embrace a large, ancient tree, feeling its grounding energy. Connecting with nature is a core part of our practice here, reminding us of our roots and our connection to all living things.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4ea2187-8143-49b9-a559-ea6c8f372bfc)
- ![A freshly harvested bunch of bananas from our own garden. We believe in the power of sattvic food, and much of what we eat is grown right here on the ashram land, full of prana and vitality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/177e4a40-34fe-42f9-a908-04b8c0fb37cf)
- ![Spontaneous moments of dance and joy in the sunlit garden. Life here is about more than just asanas; it's about celebrating life and expressing our energy freely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1cf63d8d-3390-4801-ba10-3b2c8abfa6cb)
- ![Spontaneous moments of dance and joy in the sunlit garden. Life here is about more than just asanas; it's about celebrating life and expressing our energy freely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77f6e59b-7a35-421b-aba4-1b2097a75205)
- ![Even yogis enjoy a pizza night. We believe in balance, and sharing a meal like this is a wonderful way for our community to relax and connect in a casual, fun setting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/264d7ff2-0011-43aa-aeea-3688c8618ed7)
- ![Even yogis enjoy a pizza night. We believe in balance, and sharing a meal like this is a wonderful way for our community to relax and connect in a casual, fun setting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2ffae30-1a4b-4b9a-b70e-4b5208d9e1eb)
- ![A student enjoys a simple, home-grown sattvic meal. Eating mindfully is part of the yogic lifestyle, nourishing the body and calming the mind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/293c798e-1711-44cd-876e-5d68efa72cb0)
- ![I hold a branch from a blooming Cassia fistula tree, known as the golden shower tree. Its vibrant color is a beautiful reminder of the life and beauty that surrounds us at the ashram.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a76cfa1-5b0c-4740-9fe2-95f354e38f23)
- ![I hold a branch from a blooming Cassia fistula tree, known as the golden shower tree. Its vibrant color is a beautiful reminder of the life and beauty that surrounds us at the ashram.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a290e3c-3cd5-4535-add7-54167302568f)
- ![Two students walk along a path, deep in conversation. The journey here is both internal and shared. You will walk alongside fellow seekers, supporting each other on the path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b6e6df9-2cf2-437f-b4e4-efc0ee576e05)
- ![Two students walk along a path, deep in conversation. The journey here is both internal and shared. You will walk alongside fellow seekers, supporting each other on the path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f27a58fe-30ca-475b-9dec-33d6dd0d8144)
- ![I sit with students on the steps of our Hanuman shrine, surrounded by banana trees. These informal gatherings are where some of the most profound teachings and connections happen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e2a3e9a-a9f7-4ce8-bf0e-4c1a296409e7)
- ![I sit with students on the steps of our Hanuman shrine, surrounded by banana trees. These informal gatherings are where some of the most profound teachings and connections happen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/878376f4-df52-4b28-aa34-bafeda2d7b8b)
- ![I sit with students on the steps of our Hanuman shrine, surrounded by banana trees. These informal gatherings are where some of the most profound teachings and connections happen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/888bce23-a361-40e1-8f83-0af5822715aa)
- ![I sit with students on the steps of our Hanuman shrine, surrounded by banana trees. These informal gatherings are where some of the most profound teachings and connections happen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d522ce4b-c3ac-4745-8e74-481090a6b6fc)
- ![A moment of gentle connection with one of the smallest residents of our ashram. We share our home with many creatures, and learning to live in harmony with them is a lesson in compassion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41e9d0c8-c0a9-4a44-8c14-060fe527e29c)
- ![Students and teachers share a traditional South Indian meal served on banana leaves. Eating together in this way is a beautiful communal practice that fosters a sense of family and gratitude.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47559d5f-6e92-4983-a3f8-16ae5e891bdb)
- ![A student finds a peaceful spot to meditate on the grass. The ashram grounds are full of quiet nooks where you can be with yourself, surrounded by the calming presence of nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/589833dd-cd47-455f-adef-67a4a4f2457a)
- ![A student enjoys a quiet moment of reading on a swing. Life here moves at a slower pace, allowing you time for simple pleasures and personal reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66e8f992-a974-442c-b9af-4e6066f8f39a)
- ![A student enjoys a quiet moment of reading on a swing. Life here moves at a slower pace, allowing you time for simple pleasures and personal reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ec6a6e8-8bd9-4071-bbf5-11a6f5e1184d)
- ![A student harvests a ripe papaya from one of our trees. There is a deep satisfaction in eating food that you have seen grow, connecting you directly to the nourishment of the earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6cd8606e-cb0f-4b4e-abb6-55b362679146)
- ![A student harvests a ripe papaya from one of our trees. There is a deep satisfaction in eating food that you have seen grow, connecting you directly to the nourishment of the earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8bb8f18-8baa-4874-a8e1-f884b709d3da)
- ![Students watch the sunset from the ashram rooftop. These shared moments of beauty and stillness are a powerful reminder to pause and appreciate the present moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/777b94fe-2e18-4407-a551-0c39d84a3e63)
- ![Students watch the sunset from the ashram rooftop. These shared moments of beauty and stillness are a powerful reminder to pause and appreciate the present moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/edc9e698-6445-4c44-a016-a276d2839721)
- [Video: One of our ashram dogs, Bhairava, happily trots along the path. The presence of animals adds a special warmth and joy to our community life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/799a9eec-33be-4603-891e-505342fe657c)
- ![A moment of pure love with our ashram dogs and their new puppy. Compassion for all beings, or Ahimsa, is a fundamental principle of yoga that we practice daily.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8503ea3c-dc58-42cc-94d6-e1551920f90c)
- ![Students practice Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose) near the goshala (cow shelter). This is a playful tribute to the sacred cows of India, connecting our asana practice to the culture around us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9540b366-134b-4b39-a4ee-5269f38c01f2)
- [Video: This video captures the simple joys of ashram life. From practicing yoga outdoors to helping with daily chores like sweeping leaves, every activity becomes a meditation when done with presence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9979020b-93f0-4233-b5ad-88a1485fa998)
- ![After a long day of practice and learning, students relax and share a laugh. It's in these unstructured moments that some of the strongest friendships are forged.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c73be172-a39d-4cd9-b7b1-cef43230befc)
- ![After a long day of practice and learning, students relax and share a laugh. It's in these unstructured moments that some of the strongest friendships are forged.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9716d46-aa51-4162-b05d-9bfe894e1618)
- ![A playful moment of acrobatics on the ashram roof. We believe that spiritual life should be filled with laughter, creativity, and a sense of fun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c983823f-b850-4872-8a3b-d3281c693a2e)
- ![Students relax together in the shala, tired but happy after a practice session. The yoga hall becomes a second home, a space of comfort, challenge, and shared experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4e992ee-38e8-4448-8624-0de6cc6fcc9d)

## About Life at the Ashram: Our Community & Home

Living at our ashram is an immersive practice in simplicity. You will share gender-segregated dormitories, participate in daily karma yoga like gardening or kitchen help, and enjoy two simple, sattvic vegetarian meals every day. It is a digital detox meant to strip away the distractions of city life so you can finally focus on your own rhythm.

### A Real Sanctuary, Not a Resort
If you are looking for luxury amenities, this will surprise you. Our ashram is a sanctuary for those ready to strip back the layers of modern life. There is no air conditioning here, just fresh air, open-air yoga shalas, and a schedule that follows the sun. We keep things simple because simplicity clarifies the mind.

### The Rhythm of the Day
Your days are structured but supportive, beginning at 5 AM and winding down by 9 PM. This consistency helps you build discipline without the stress of rigid rules. Whether you are here for our 200-hour or 300-hour teacher training programs, you are a participant in the ashram's pulse, not just a guest.

* **Karma Yoga:** Service is essential here. You will contribute to the maintenance of the ashram—whether in the garden or the kitchen. It is a way to stay grounded and serve the space that holds you.
* **Sattvic Nutrition:** We provide two meals daily, prepared with simple, vegetarian ingredients. You eat for vitality and clarity, not for entertainment.
* **Community Connection:** This is a space to be human. From the serious intensity of pranayama practice to the lighthearted laughter of a shared meal or evening fire, the bonds you form here are built on vulnerability and shared growth.

This is a place to disconnect from the external noise and find the lost bits of yourself.

## About Soham Ayur Yoga Ashram

Namaste, I am Soham. My path has been to live yoga rather than just teach it. Together with Neelam Mangat, I invite you to step into this quiet space near Bengaluru where the focus is on the human behind the yoga pose.

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