The Shilaroo Project, is a one of a kind experiential learning centre and workshop space in Shilaroo village, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Located in a rural setting with the expansive Himalayas as the backdrop, the retreat offers holistic learning experiences. Through the combination of yogic practices, that have their roots immersed in antiquity and tradition along with Pottery explorations that facilitate a reconnect with creativity through the medium of clay.

Located in a rural setting with the expansive Himalayas as the backdrop, the The Shilaroo Project offers a holistic learning experience through the combination of yogic practices, that have their roots immersed in antiquity and tradition and Pottery explorations that facilitate a reconnect with creativity through the medium of clay.

The farm that houses the Project has been consciously cultivated on the principles of natural farming and regenerative agricultural practices since 2013. Though primarily an apple orchard, the farm has been carefully structured into growing a variety of fruits, vegetables and herbs, so as to enable the Project to be self sustainable. From creating rain water harvesting systems, grey water treatment facility and recharge pits to using various kinds of composting methods and materials there has been an earnest attempt to create a sustainable eco-system.

The Shilaroo Project is a family run holistic residency in Himachal that primarily offers workshops on the ancient practices of yoga and pottery by a team of trained and experienced teachers (Read more about the teacher’s on The Team page). These workshops are conducted in Yogavastha, the yoga studio and Gaara, the pottery studio which are fully-equipped along with panoramic views of the Churdhar range. To facilitate a comprehensive experience, the Project provides restful accommodations ranging from private rooms to dormitory options as well as, wholesome and nutritious farm-fresh vegetarian meals.

Surrounded by the stillness of the Himalayas, The Shilaroo Project is shaped as an elemental space with an aim to develop a community system of dynamic people and practices focusing on the ideas of sustainability, productivity and above all a keen sense of awareness of self and our surroundings.

To book a yoga and pottery retreat with us, please carefully read the upcoming workshop section and write in to us with
your queries at shilarooproject@gmail.com

We also invite all collaborations that are aligned with our ideas of sustainability, productivity, and community.

Classical Hatha Yoga

An opportunity to learn Classical Hatha Yoga in Himachal Pradesh, in a idyllic mountain village setting, by a trained and certified Isha Classical Hatha Yoga teacher. To book and know more about the retreats offered, explore the Hatha Yoga and schedule page.

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Pottery Studio

In a fully equipped ceramic studio among quiet and natural surroundings, learn to work with clay led by potters and artists at the pottery studio. Read more about the various workshops and classes offered on the Ceramics and Schedule page.

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The Space

As an extension to the agenda of sustainable and regenerative practices, the facilities at the Project are designed using natural materials with equal focus paid to the construction of auxiliary systems like rainwater harvesting and greywater treatments to the farm. The living spaces have the capacity to comfortably host classes and workshops for groups of 10. You can read and uderstand  more about the space on the Living Spaces and Natural Farming pages.

Experimenting with Natural farming methods

Growing fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs using only natural farming methods, the farm is the heart of all practices followed and taught at The Shilaroo Project. To fully understand the practices involved in the creation of the bio-diverse farm at the Project, read more on the Natural Farming page.

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The Shilaroo Community

Located in a remote mountain village, the Shilaroo Project is actively seeking to engage with the local community by conducting programs and promotion of traditional practices.

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The village of Shilaroo is situated about 60km ahead of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. A highly motorable and easily accessible road, the NH5 leads all the way up to Kinnaur Spiti and Ladakh. On your way to Shilaroo village, you will cross little townships like Kufri, Fagu, Theog, and Matiana.

Local buses and cabs will drop you off directly at the gates of TSP from Shimla.  There is also the options of several buses, trains and the daily early morning flight from New Delhi that reaches up to Shimla.

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