Why Practice Meditation in a Himalayan Ashram?
Meditation is the heart and soul of Oshogram. That is the purpose we created this ashram amidst nature and with a beautiful Buddha Hall. The Himalayan environment naturally supports meditation practice. At higher elevations, the clean mountain air, silence of the forests, and energy of the mountains create ideal conditions for inner transformation.
You are very welcome if meditation is your interest too. Our meditation retreats run year-round, offering both weekend workshops and longer immersion programs. The ashram community practices together daily, creating a supportive field of consciousness.
How Do Dynamic Meditation and Dance Techniques Work?
Dynamic Meditation is Osho's signature technique. It begins with chaotic breathing to wake up your energy. Then comes catharsis – you throw out everything you have been holding inside. The third stage is jumping and shouting the mantra "Hoo!" to hit the energy center below the navel. After this intense activity, you freeze completely, becoming a witness to whatever is happening inside. The final stage is celebration through dance.
Kundalini Meditation happens at sunset. You shake your body, allowing energy to move up from your feet. Then you dance freely, sit silently, and lie down in total relaxation. Nadabrahma is a seated humming meditation that creates inner harmony. Nataraj is pure dance as meditation, where you disappear into the movement.
These active meditation techniques work because they address the modern person's needs. We carry so much mental noise and body tension that sitting silently is nearly impossible at first. The active methods burn through this layer, making silence accessible.
What Should You Expect During Your First Meditation Camp?
Your day at Oshogram begins before sunrise. We gather in the Buddha Hall for Dynamic Meditation as the sun rises over the mountains. After breakfast, there are passive meditations and discourses. Evenings include Kundalini Meditation followed by tea in the garden and day culminates with White Robe Brotherhood.
The ashram sits in a small Himalayan village surrounded by apple orchards. You will stay in simple rooms, eat vegetarian meals prepared with local ingredients, and spend time in nature between sessions. The meditation retreat experience is designed to disconnect you from normal life patterns and support inner exploration.
Many visitors arrive carrying stress, confusion, or a sense that something is missing. The combination of meditation techniques, mountain environment, and ashram community creates space for transformation. You do not need previous experience - just willingness to explore your inner world.
When Are Meditation Camps and Events Held?
Oshogram is open year-round. We hold regular meditation camps throughout the year, each focusing on different aspects of Osho's teachings. Spring and autumn offer mild weather perfect for outdoor meditation. Summer brings lush green forests and cool mountain air. Winter transforms the ashram into a snow-covered sanctuary, ideal for deep silence and introspection.
Special events include celebration days for Osho's birth and enlightenment, plus longer meditation intensives. Check our events calendar for upcoming programs. Weekend visitors are welcome, but longer stays of one to four weeks allow deeper immersion into meditation practice.
Come Experience Meditation in the Mountains
The path of meditation cannot be explained - it must be experienced. Oshogram offers you this opportunity in one of the world's most beautiful natural settings. Whether you come for a weekend or a month, the combination of Osho's meditation techniques and the Himalayan environment creates conditions for deep inner work.
Visit us to explore Osho's philosophy and practice meditation in a supportive community. The mountains are calling, and silence is waiting.
