Its very simple actually:
Its very simple actually:
Its very simple actually:
Bengaluru city is served by all domestic airlines as well as a number of international airlines. Please check with your travel agent or contact Sumeru Travel Solutions (the ashram travel service) at +91 80 32923423 for further details.
We also have a well-developed railway system and many direct express trains from other cities in India. We advise first time travelers to India to either choose First Class or Second Class AC rail service. For further information: www indianrail.gov.in
Coming from Airport:
If you are coming by flight, you will land at Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore – from there you can choose Bus or Taxi to reach Ashram.
Bus
Just outside Airport, you will find buses. Just go to KIAS -5. Get the exact timings of bus. The bus will take between one-two hours depending upon time of day and traffic. The fare will range between Rs. 220-Rs. 250.
The bus will drop you at JP Nagar Phase-6. After reaching there, you can walk to the next turn to Banashankari.
From Banashanakri, you can take the bus saying ‘Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ashram’ towards Kanakpura Road.
There are many buses on that route costing Rs.20-30 and will take 20 to 30 minutes to reach Ashram.
Airport – JP Nagar – Banashanakri – Ashram
It is advisable to not to take bus between 11 PM to 5 AM as there are no buses available at that time.
Taxi
Ashram has its own Travel Service for Cabs that is well connected on road. Just call : +91-9886019292 or email at taxi@sumerutravels.com
It is advisable to call or inform two hours before with the specified time. You can pay by cash directly to the driver.
Just outside the Bangalore Junction, there is Kempegowda Bus Station or Majestic Bus Station. There are 25 direct route buses from Majestic to Banashankari. Get the exact bus timing here.
You can reach Banashanakri and then change the bus saying ‘Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ashram’ towards Kanakpura Road.
There are no fees / payments applicable for National (Indian) volunteers.
For International Volunteers, please contact hr@vvmvp.org
Just fill the form and submit the requests.
The blessers will look at your requests and bless them.
If you have already sent blessing request(s) earlier,
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One has to undergo blessings program in order to become a blesser.
If you satisfy the requirements needed for the program, you can even register online on this website!
Please click here for more infomation about the blessings program and to register yourself.
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Q. What are the timings of the program?
A.
|
Time |
Colors of Joy |
Time |
Colors Of Joy |
|
Yoga |
6:45 – 7:45 am |
Lunch |
12:45 – 1:45 pm |
|
Breakfast |
8:00 – 8:30 am |
Afternoon Session |
1:45-5:30 pm |
|
Seva |
8:45 – 9:45 am |
Evening Snack Break |
4:30 pm |
|
Morning Session |
10:00 am – 12:45 pm |
Satsang |
6:30 – 8:00 pm |
|
Morning Snack Break |
11:00 – 11:15 am |
Dinner |
8:00 – 9:00 pm |
Q. Where will be the accommodations provided?
A. Accommodations are in separate blocks for Girls and Boys. The rooms provided are on a four-sharing basis.
Q. Who will take care of the children?
A. We have well trained volunteers assigned to manage and take care of the children. All teachers facilitating these programs are experienced and best performing in India.
Q. What kind of food will be provided?
A. The Ashram prepares satvik food for all. Junk food or fast food is prohibited.
Q. What is adventure camp?
A. We have one day outdoor Activity Camp. This includes trekking, rappelling and re-creational sports like shooting, archery etc. with fun games.
Q. What are the safety measures for the camp?
A. It is handled by the professional adventure sports personnel.
Q. Will they be taken out of Ashram?
A. Yes, through Ashram buses.
Q. What necessary things are required for adventure camp?
A. Following items are required:
Simple comfortable clothes
Shoes
Cap
Water bottle
Swim suit (optional)
A small bag to carry all these things
Q. Can parents be with children?
A. No
Q. Can parents accompany children to adventure camp?
A. No
Q. Can parents call them during program?
A. Not during the program but we have specific timings scheduled, usually after dinner around 8 to 9:30 pm
Q. When should a participant report to ashram?
A. Wednesday is reporting latest by 9:00 pm. Progarm starts on Thursday morning.
Q. How do we know where should we leave our children.
A. At reception, once the registration is done, we have an orientation for the parents about the program, schedule and all other related queries of the parent. It is mandatory for the parent to attend the orientation. It is usually held in batches. Once before satsang and once after satsang.
Q. When can we take our children from Ashram?
A. The COJ programs ends on Monday around 6pm. You can meet your children in their respective rooms and then check out Ashram. If you have not opted for COJ and just UY/ MY1 / MY2, the program ends around 7.30 pm on Sunday. You can meet your children in their respective rooms and then check out of the Ashram.