This workshop offers a unique oppurtunity to discover and learn the ancient practices of Yoga and Pottery in the midst of a regenerative Himalayan apple orchard.
The workshop offers a full itinerary beginning each day with 2 hours morning yoga sessions, followed by carefully designed nourishing organic farm grown food to aid in a holistic experience. You will learn practices that will bring about general well-being and balance through Pranayama, Chanting, standing Yogasanas and spinal twist postures (Total class time minimum 12 hours).
Afternoons are dedicated to 2 to 3 hours of creative explorations with clay at the pottery studio providing an brief introduction to the material and techniques. There will be guided classes on the wheel as well as hand building sessions wherein you will be able to make atleast one object that would be shipped to you at a later date (Total class time minimum 12 hours).
Evenings and/or afternnons would be occupied with 1 hour to 2 hours of forest walks and hikes. The day would be concluded with a hearty dinner followed by 30 mins of guided meditations to relax you into deep healing sleep.
PACKAGES
4 night/ 5 days ( 28th Sept, Thursday to 2nd, October Monday)
Private Rooms:
For Private room I & II
Double occupancy INR 23,500 per person
Single occupancy INR 35,500
For Shared Living I
Double occupancy INR 21,500 per person
Single occupancy INR 33,500
Shared Living II
with upto 5 persons INR 19,500
For details on living spaces, clink the link below-
WORKSHOP INCLUDES
• Classical Hatha Yoga practices for overall wellbeing, balance and mobility
• Introduction to Clay and Pottery techniques
• All materials for pottery classes
• Calming pranayama
• Guided meditations for relaxation
• Forest Walks and hikes
• Accommodation (shared and private rooms)
• All 3 meals vegetarian, snacks, and beverages.
• Travel costs and arrangements not included
Age group: 14 and above; limited seats
HOW TO GET HERE
By Air- The nearest airport to Shilaroo is at Jubbarhatti-20 km away from Shimla & Shilaroo is further 50 km. It provides the direct flights between Shimla and to Delhi. However, this specific flight route is unrealiable, We recommend taknig a flight to chandigarh.
By Rail- The nearest broad gauge railway station is Kalka, at a distance of 152 km from Shilaroo. It is well connected with the key cities of India, like Chandigarh, Shimla, and Delhi, by regular train services. From there, taxis are easily available for reaching Shilaroo. Kalka to Shimla is 95 km and though the journey takes about 6 hours, the train winds its way through 103 tunnels and some picturesque scenery. Railcar takes about 4 hours. Kalka has direct rail connections with Delhi, Calcutta, and Amritsar.
From Mumbai by Train- 12217 Sampark Kranthi Exp Dep. Panvel (PNVL) 11.00 Arrival Chandigarh (CDG) 15.40. From Chandigarh to Shilaroo by taxi, the journey time is 5 hrs.
Other direct trains available Mumbai-Shimla/Kalka route can be found on the link below -
https://www.90di.com/trains/MUMBAI/SIMLA/
By Road- Shimla forms the major road link near shilaroo. There is no shortage of state-run buses from Shimla, to most of the key cities in and around Himachal Pradesh. From Shimla, it's just 2 hrs drive to Shilaroo and private taxis can also be hired. A drive from New Delhi will take over 8 hours. You have to follow the NH1 route to Ambala and then NH 5 to Shilaroo. Taxis, buses, and coaches are available at Shimla, and other places for individual and group excursions. From Delhi, Manali and Chandigarh luxury buses and Taxis ply to Shimla. The State Tourism Development Corporation also runs regular Tourist Coaches from Delhi.
PLEASE NOTE
• These prices are inclusive of accommodation, food, yoga, pottery workshops, forest walks/hiking and taxes
• Travel expenses are not included in these packages
• Private rooms [accommodates upto two people]. For Twin sharing, you can either bring a loved one along
• If you wish to do any other activity like rock climbing that will be at an additional cost, the payment for such activities can be made at the premises itself
• In case you wish to travel a day early and/or leave a day late, please inform us in advance so that arrangements can be made for accommodation and food on additional charges.
REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS
Payments once made are non-refundable under any circumstances barring cancellations by the faclitators.
If you are unable to attend the workshop for any reason, your payment can be transferred to any upcoming workshop. This requires at least 10 days notice before the workshop start date, after which, 70 percent of the workshop fee will be transferred to a future workshop.
Any discount availed will not be transferred incase of a reschedule.
No Show Policy
Once your payment is complete and your slot is booked but you are unable to attend the workshop, and fail to notify us the same, your registration will be treated as a No Show. In this case, you forfiet the entire payment and will not be refunded or rescheduled for a future workshop. If you will be unabel to attend, you must notify us atleast 10 days in advance of the workshop start date. We can only accomodate you in future workshops with atleast 10 day advance notice.
Natural Disaster
If a workshop is postponed due to any natural disaster, the payments shall be adjusted towards the rescheduled workshop.
PACKING LIST
Shilaroo is likely to be pleasant during the day, cold at night and early mornings during your stay here. Accordingly, we recommend that you carry:
• Motion sickness medicine for the last rung of the journey which is in the hills.
• A jacket and sweaters. Two sets in case one gets wet while walking in the rain. • Umbrella. It can rain unexpectedly.
• Rain resistant and sturdy walking shoes.
• Track pants or other comfortable, easy-to-move-in organic clothes for Yoga class
• A pair of house shoes.
• Torch for evening walks.
• Water bottles for hikes • Sun hats
• Any medication you need regularly — there are no chemists in the immediate vicinity • Something to write with, something to write on (notebooks and pens or laptops).
GUEST HOUSE GUIDELINES
The Shilaroo Project is an experiential Homestay, not a hotel. Also in the spirit of living a more mindful and environmentally friendly life. We request that you adhere to the following guidelines:
• No smoking, drinking or use of illicit substances on the premises.
• Please use water sparingly, and turn off the electric switches when not in use
• Out of respect for the other guests and the guest house staff, please clean up after yourselves in the common areas. This would include returning teacups to the dining area and keeping your belongings in an orderly fashion. Please take your belongings back to your respective rooms at the end of each day.
• Since you will be sharing a room with others, please be respectful of each other’s space and preferences.
• There will be set meal times. If you will not be eating lunch or dinner, please inform us at breakfast so the cook can make food accordingly.•We reserve the right to charge guests for the cost of rectifying damage which has been caused by the deliberate, negligent or reckless acts of guests to the project’s property or structure.
