At the Tureya ashram we conduct ongoing courses in the gurukul lifestyle of ashram living which is based upon the ancient spiritual tradition of ashram communities. This tradition was initially designed to help students of all ages in developing a sense of spirituality. This system catered to children as young as eight years old and reached all the way up into the later years of life. The essence of the gurukul tradition is based upon spiritual evolution which is developed by discipline and general principles of living. This included the act of service, renunciation, and compassion which all helped to train the individual to perceive the deeper aspects of spirituality within their life.

The gurukul system that is taught at the ashram is designed to accommodate individuals of all ages. We start as early as 8 to 10 years old, helping children begin their spirituality while at the same time offering the opportunity to adults who wish to commit their time and energy to great spiritual evolution. An important aspect of the gurukul training is that it should be a practical system that is based upon experience as opposed to a mere acquisition of information. Spirituality should be tasted as one would eat a strawberry, for the sweetness of spirituality can only be known through direct experience.

The gurukul system is one of the most holistic systems for spirituality as it seeks to provide the individual with a complete atmosphere for spiritual growth and development. All aspects of the gurukul system are designed to be extremely practical, allowing the individual to cultivate a balance and continuous progression in spirituality.

Self inquiry is the foundation of any yogic practice. In the gurukul system we seek to teach students how to become their own witness and observer so that they may grow in spirituality by their own will and awareness. Knowing how to discover inner qualities of spirituality is difficult, however once you know how to identify the inner elements of life than spiritual progress and growth can happen quite rapidly.

The gurukul training is also a good preparatory experience for those who are considering higher attainment in spirituality or for those who desire to become sannyasis or swamis. The system is designed such that a good understanding and experience of yoga is developed, and one in able to gain greater insight into the path of yoga.

In the gurukul style of study, there is an equal balance of self discovery as well as individually directed guidance and tutoring. There is much time given for students to explore the finer aspect of spirituality while at the same time receiving individual guidance in their Sadhana and spiritual routine. Ideally, after one has completed their stay at the ashram, they should be competent enough to continue in their spiritual practice anywhere in the world.

Programs are available year round and admission is open on an ongoing basis. Accommodations are limited so please be sure to register in advance if you wish to participate in the gurukul system of yoga taught at the ashram. Admission is open to both men and women between the ages of 18 to 60. Please contact us for more information and details regarding the registration process.