Young Sadhak Camps 2026
(Three-day programmes in Bengaluru and Chandigarh)
Registration for these camps is now open!
About the Events
When you meditate, immerse your whole mind in God. And when you are performing a duty, put your whole heart into it. But as soon as you are through with work, place your mind on the Lord. When you learn to practise the presence of God in every moment that you are free to think of Him, then even in the midst of work you will be aware of divine communion.
— Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda
The inaugural Young Sadhak Sangam, held at the YSS Ranchi ashram in September 2025, was a huge success. It generated requests for similar events to be held in other parts of the country. To address this need, YSS is pleased to announce the Young Sadhak Camps in Bengaluru and Chandigarh in February 2026. The theme of these camps is “Living in the Divine Presence.”
Specially designed for YSS devotees aged 23–35 years, these weekend gatherings offer Paramahansaji’s unique How-to-Live training for living a successful and balanced life. YSS sannyasis will lead group meditations and chanting sessions, offer individual spiritual counselling, and conduct workshops with group discussions where practical methods for living in the presence of the Divine will be taught.
Please note:
- Only YSS/SRF devotees may attend the camps.
- Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- As the programme schedule will be hectic, devotees with fragile health or special needs are advised not to apply.
Major Features of the Camp
- Group Meditations — With guided practice of the YSS meditation techniques
- Shravana — Group study of the YSS Lessons with introspection
- Satsangas — Offering inspiration and practical wisdom on how to meet life’s challenges
- Workshops — With group discussions, tips, and techniques for living in the presence of the Divine
- Kirtan chanting — Devotional sessions of group singing that uplift heart, mind, and soul
- Spiritual Counselling — One-on-one guidance by experienced monastics on request
- Guru-Seva — In different areas of the camp: ushering, dining, decorations, registration desk, bookroom, etc.
- Recreation — Daily group exercises and a period of recreation
- Fellowship — With like-minded young sadhaks from all over the country
- Picnic — To a nature spot in the company of monastics
Whether you wish to rekindle your spiritual enthusiasm or renew your commitment to the spiritual life and make new spiritual friends, we welcome you to join these camps and go away spiritually recharged.
Camp Schedule
Bengaluru
Date: February 20-22, 2026 (Friday-Sunday)
Language: English
Camp Venue:
Yogoda Satsanga Dhyana Kendra – Bengaluru
Paramahansa Yogananda Road,
3rd A Cross, Domlur II Stage,
Near Udupi Food Hub – Domlur,
Bengaluru – 560071
Karnataka
Chandigarh
Date: February 27-March 1, 2026 (Friday-Sunday)
Language: English and Hindi
Camp Venue:
Yogoda Satsanga Dhyana Kendra – Chandigarh
Sector 28-D,
Near Gujjar Bhavan,
Chandigarh – 160002
Chandigarh
Participants are encouraged to arrive at the venue by Thursday afternoon and join the monastic-led long meditation that evening. The programme will conclude around noon on Sunday.
More Information
A tentative schedule of the camp will be available closer to the date of the event.
Participation:
- Only YSS/SRF devotees may attend these camps. A devotee is allowed to participate in only one camp.
- Participants are encouraged to arrive at the venue by Thursday afternoon and join the monastic-led long meditation that evening. The programme will conclude around noon on Sunday.
- These camps are meant only for sadhaks between the ages of 23 and 35.
- If you are falling slightly outside this range and want to participate and benefit from these camps, please email us at [email protected].
First-come, First-served Basis:
- Due to the limited facilities available, registrations will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The registration for a particular venue may close earlier if the requests for registration reach the maximum limit.
- Please note that if your registration is confirmed but you are not able to attend, the Registration fee will neither be refunded nor transferred to another person.
Remittances:
- Registration fee (inclusive of meal charges) = ₹2,500
- Accommodation charges (if opting for accommodation) = ₹2,250
If you are finding it difficult to pay the registration fee, please email us at [email protected].
Registration Information
Registration for these camps is now open!
Online Registration through Devotee Portal:
For quicker and easier registration, please click here to register online.
Registration by Contacting Helpdesk:
Please call (0651) 6655 555 or email Ranchi ashram Helpdesk and provide the following details:
- Your full name
- YSS Lessons Reg. number
- Age
- Dates of your proposed arrival and departure
- Telephone Number
- Address
You may remit the amount against the payment link that will be sent to your mobile or email address. On successful registration, you will receive a confirmation through either email or WhatsApp or SMS. If you don’t receive such a notification, please contact YSS Ranchi helpdesk by call (0651) 6655 555 or email ([email protected]).
Registration for SRF devotees:
- While SRF devotees are most welcome to participate in the camps and may have meals at the venue, they are requested to make their own accommodation arrangements.
- We request interested SRF devotees to contact the YSS Helpdesk by email and share all their details as mentioned above.
- Accommodation is being arranged for outstation devotees in Bengaluru and Chandigarh on a first-come, first-served basis. It will be available from Thursday evening till Sunday (morning).
- Shared accommodation will be provided to ladies and gents separately. Family members may please plan and pack accordingly.
- Devotees with special needs for accommodation or diet may please make their own arrangements.
As always, devotee-volunteers will be needed to serve in different areas, such as the registration desk, accommodation, audio-visuals, dining, sanitation, ushering, and other departments. In some of these areas, a few volunteers will be required one or two days before the function starts. If you would like to volunteer, please indicate in the Registration Form accordingly.
Contact Details for Registration and Enquiries
Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math — Ranchi
Paramahansa Yogananda Path
Ranchi – 834 001
Phone: (0651) 6655 555 (Mon-Sat, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Email: [email protected]
Previous Young Sadhak Events
If you would like to know more about the programmes we have for youth or are interested in volunteering, please email us at [email protected].
