Real Happiness
Real Happiness
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Real Happiness (Meditation Ashram India) - Meditation Teacher Training in India - Meditation and Yoga Retreats in Rishikesh - Beginner and Advance Courses. Vedic Meditation School: Intensive Study of Meditation in India - Meditation Teacher Training & Retreats - Beginner & Advance Meditation Courses India
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  • Tushaar
    1 contribution
    Just beautiful
    Thank you everyone for the wonderful time I had at the camp 💕 I take with me fond memories with each and everyone of you, moments that I cherish and can talk about for times to come. Thank you Vivek and Sanjay Ji for the hospitality, Neeraj Ji for the food, rAmdAs Ji, Swami Ji and Vikas Ji for the knowledge, and above all, everyone for the lovable memories. This is not goodbye, its till our paths cross again 💫
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled solo
    Written January 19, 2023
  • Rebekah J
    3 contributions
    A toolbox for life
    I stayed here for 26 days. Now that I am home, I feel I have a new toolbox for life. In the evening, I chant the mantras which I learned in the mantra class. I do daily self-abhyanga with the oils and techniques that I learned in my course. My hair is healthier than ever (I now know how to treat it) and I have integrated the correct herbs and spices into my diet - taught to me in the morning detox class. My asana practice has been refreshed and I know much more about the anatomy of the body. There were so many takeaways from my course here! Very grateful.
    Visited December 2022
    Written January 25, 2023
  • Vikas Thakur
    5 contributions
    Amazingggggg
    As the name says real happiness, i did found one after spending few days of yoga and meditation programme. The gurus are not only knowledgeable but also a perfect human being. I would definitely recommend this place to all yoga and meditation lovers.
    Visited November 2022
    Traveled with friends
    Written February 7, 2023
  • Christin G
    1 contribution
    What a magical experience :)
    Real Happiness is more than a school for meditation, it's a healing space. I've been there for a 28 day Meditationteacher Training and I am thankful for everything I learned and experienced. It has been one of the best experiences of my life. I did not only find knowledge, I also found inner peace and amazing friends. Thanks to Sanjay Ji and Shruti Ji for being so open hearted and caring. Thanks to the entire team (esp. Vivek & Nihar) for the great excursions, their help and their warm energies and special thx to Neeraj for the best indian Food ever :) Not to forget: thx to Mukesh who is such an inspiring Yoga teacher :) I hope I can come back soon.
    Visited March 2022
    Traveled solo
    Written February 7, 2023
  • Sanad kumar
    1 contribution
    Real Happiness for sure
    Hello!!.. I must say that it was an wonderful experience with everyone, made new friends Nick, Zaya, Veronica, Zea and had a family environment.. feeling so so happy!!! Meditation, Yoga, Philosophy, The Food, Outdoor activities, especially the Sun Meditation & Moon gazing!! everything was so good and fresh.. Real Happines for sure!! Thank u Sanjay Ji for a wonderful stay. Special thanks to Ramdas Sir for making us experience the wonderful journey of life through diff paths, it was indeed very mindful and soothing. Thank u Neeraj for lovely food, thank u Muki ma’am for a great yoga, Thank u Sachithanand ji, Sanjay (yoga wale) Vicky, Shruti ji and everyone 🙏 OM NAMAH SHIVAY!!.. 🙏🙏
    Visited February 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written February 13, 2023
  • orangetiger1
    15 contributions
    Best Yoga and Meditation School
    I did a week long meditation and Real Happiness and it was am amazing experience! The teachers are top notch and I learned so much to expand my yoga and meditation practice. The food was so yummy and I loved the excursions during the afternoon. Highly recommend!
    Visited January 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written February 15, 2023
  • Veronica
    Agonda, India2 contributions
    A month of feeling love and connection
    In Real Happiness I did my 200hrs YTT in February 2023. The ashram is situated away from the busy noises of the main road still being in walking distance from everything you need. The food they serve was on top! Every person working here seems to do it with their heart. Whatever problem or worries you had you got the help and assistance. Our group size was small, usually just 4-5 people in the group. This means we got really personal guidance during classes and we were able to ask as much as we wanted. The guided excursions were a fun activities combined with some practice as we often went to mediate somewhere in nature. Besides all the topics from the classes I learned to be more confident with who I really am. I made friends and felt like a part of a family. I had so many beautiful experiences during and outside classes: evenings at around the fire with music and dancing are just one to mention. Thank you Real Happiness for this month that left me speechless and that I will always carry with me. The time spent with you was just what I needed to really start my chapter of evolving.
    Visited February 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written March 6, 2023
  • Chloe Man
    1 contribution
    Real Happiness is truly that
    Sanjay, his family and the entire team at Real Happiness welcomed me to Rishikesh with open arms the minute I arrived. Immediately I felt at ease, given I was travelling alone as a female for my first time in India. I registered for the 4 Day Ayurveda Course, which was customized for me to also include Chanting, Yoga, Pranayama and Philosophy. The range quality instruction allowed me to widened my spiritual perspective while also connecting with some amazing students around the world. Finally to add, the accommodations are clean, vegetarian food amazing and daily group activities within the city memorable. Thank you all deeply, you will forever have a place in my heart
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written March 21, 2023
  • fabryswiss
    1 contribution
    Unforgettable experience
    I had an unforgettable experience at Real Happiness. I only did a 5 days retreat so I didn't do the planned excursions and unfortunately time was too short. Despite this, these 5 days were intense. From the moment you set foot in the ashram you feel that you are welcomed in a big family. Everyone, absolutely everyone, is fantastic and you feel that they love what they do… food and teachers as just great Highly recommended. Rishikesh is splendid….
    Visited February 2023
    Written March 25, 2023
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Sakaham
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Sep 2021 • Solo
Great place to learn and practise meditation. I recently joined 6 days meditation course by Sanjay sir and it was a wonderful experience for me. He first started with basic theory in which he mentioned his experiences and stories which were very relatable. After theory, 1 hour of practical implementation will be there and one can feel the positivity and energies from the very first day.
Timings were very flexible, Sanjay sir nature was very good and friendly.
I would recommend for 15-21 days meditation course here. Real Happiness provides accommodation and food as well in very genuine price and the location is also very good.
They provide both beginner and advance courses.
If you want to start your mornings on very positive and happy note in RISHIKESH, learn/practising meditation at this place will be perfect for you.
Written October 18, 2021
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Himanshu Mandal
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Sep 2020 • Solo
I have joined Online Meditation Session with Sanjay Ji after one of my friend recommended, I loved the Online Sessions. Later I decided to join Beginner Meditation Course in Rishikesh with him. I can highly recommend Sanjay Guru Ji for Meditation Practice for personal growth. People looking for peace and knowledge of Indian Philosophy must have sessions with Sanjay Ji. Will visit soon for Advanced Meditation Practice with my Guru Sanjay Raturi Ji.
Written June 28, 2021
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Naynika Tarika
Dubai, United Arab Emirates4 contributions
Dec 2020
No matter how much I explain, I won't be able to describe what i have received from my Guru Ji - Mr. Sanjay Raturi of "Real Happiness"
There were moments during my session where I used to go in utter delight to know certain realities of our Body, Mind & Soul.
Sanjay ji being such a young Gentleman, and with his logical explanation towards things makes it super simple to understand. Therefore makes it easier to accept him as a guiding light in your life. Sanjay ji himself rejects things which are without technical explanation & logical backing.
The course is beautifully designed by the the expertise of vedic sciences & the way Guru Ji takes us along with it is a beauty on its own.
Over the years we tend to accumulate a lot of knowledge about so many things in terms of personal growth, meditation, yoga and so have I.
To my surprise for the first time in my life i am able to apply/ implement that knowledge in my real life. My Guru ji has successfully made me a self-sufficient person, who can live in present moment and create her own magic.
Written December 15, 2020
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Written December 16, 2020
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Annamaria C
1 contribution
Sep 2022
I attended the Vipassana course and I chose to attend the Kundalini course as well because the experience was constructive.
This school really helps to enter the world of meditation those who are not practical and for those who are, he deepens the technique.
The teacher is very empathetic (and sympathetic) and with a lot of honesty and simplicity helps all participants to better understand various aspects of practice and life.
I recommend this school because, in a world where spirituality has also turned into just business, here you will find authenticity and the help we need
Written September 29, 2022
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Gaurav
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Real Happiness, Rishikesh is best Vipassana Meditation Center in North India. They really create something beautiful within the students and give an experience of inner peace. Food and Accommodation is very nice and I will recommend more people here.

Thanks so much Sanjay Raturi and other trainers.
Written November 4, 2020
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Written December 16, 2020
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fabryswiss
1 contribution
Feb 2023
I had an unforgettable experience at Real Happiness. I only did a 5 days retreat so I didn't do the planned excursions and unfortunately time was too short. Despite this, these 5 days were intense. From the moment you set foot in the ashram you feel that you are welcomed in a big family. Everyone, absolutely everyone, is fantastic and you feel that they love what they do… food and teachers as just great Highly recommended. Rishikesh is splendid….
Written March 25, 2023
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Hamza M
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
This place suited me very well for my quest of self-study: I was very humbled to learn & converse with Swami Ramdas, their philosophy & meditation teacher. He is absolutely genuine. The Yoga Teacher, Muki, shown great knowledge too, though my intention was not to take Asana classes.

They have two beautiful and playful dogs, please play with them and give them treats when they behave 😅

Thanks to all the helpful and considerate staff

Rishikesh is a bliss, I recommend you go with a mindset to customize your own experience and choose exactly what you want. I’ve shared pics of my whole experience in real happiness ashram, including outings with the team.
Written November 2, 2023
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Cyril V
Surat Thani, Thailand4 contributions
Aug 2022
The place is beautiful, slightly outside the noise and the dirt of Tapovan, it’s very peaceful.
The food is great, and as long as you pretend you love what they do, the people there are quite friendly. Once you question a bit their teaching, you quickly lose their smiles.
After a week of the 4 that I was supposed to stay there, our group understood that we were not learning anything. Our philosophy classes were 12yo bed stories, charming in the beginning but super boring at length. We spent the 2 first weeks listening to the teacher talking about the preface of the Gita, nothing else. We didn’t chant mantra, we learnt mantras, a mantra per day, that we repeated word by word until we were able to do it all together 3 times (without really memorizing it) and another mantra the day after. We never really enjoyed chanting mantras. After 2 weeks we had learnt 12 mantras but remember none and hadn’t chanted none. But this class was very funny to be honest, the awkwardness of each of us trying to articulate these new words were hilarious.
The reason I was there was the meditation teacher training. As they boast teaching you 45+ techniques, I really hoped I could have found 3 or 4 that would have suited me and learn them afterwards deeper on my own but I learnt 3 techniques, the 3 firsts days, then nothing more. So I quit after 2 weeks since we were learning nothing. They sell 300 hours but with 24 days, 6 hours a day is 144 hours.
As a 10 year yoga teacher I tried their yoga courses 2 times and preferred practicing on my own. With what the others said about the yoga teacher, I’m happy of this choice.
I absolutely don’t recommend this place, they improvise everything, nothing is prepared, there’s not guideline of the course, not teaching material and most of all, they are not competent.
Written August 16, 2022
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Vivek Singh
1 contribution
Feb 2021 • Friends
I attended Meditation Teacher Training in February. It was a nice experience along with deep knowledge from the source. Real Happiness Institute is not only a retreat center but also a proper academy for those students who want to learn mindfulness meditation, vipassana, kundalini and more.

Thanks to the teachers and specially Sanjay Ji...

I highly recommend Real Happiness!!!
Written June 28, 2021
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Hannah
4 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
As a group of four friends who are travelling together, we did the six day yoga and meditation retreat in Real Happiness and we are very grateful we made this choice. The staff were utterly wonderful, they made us feel right at home and have left us with lasting feelings of wellness. It was week busy with different classes and excursions, but overall it was relaxing, calming, enlightening and healing. Real Happiness is the perfect space to get in touch with yourself.
We were served delicious Ayurvedic meals and got a cooking lesson thanks to Shruti! From the cooking to the detox classes, and the chats in between, Shruti has helped us understand more about ourselves, food and health. Sanjay was an incredible meditation teacher… For someone who was relatively unfamiliar with meditation practises, I feel I have not only been taught so well this past week, but also been given the tools to keep it up in the future.
Our yoga classes were the highlight of the week, thanks to our teacher, Sanjay. He created the perfect environment to improve our yoga skills. He was attentive and made sure everyone in the class got specific help through the classes, and made everyone comfortable at the same time. When you think you’re doing something 100%, he helps you realise you can give more, and pushes you to give 150% of your body to the practise. It was a fantastic experience learning from him! He’s a true yoga teacher.
We have left Real Happiness with a peace within ourselves. We have a fresh, clear head for our journey to come, and fond memories too! We cannot thank you all at Real Happiness enough - Sanjay and Shruti and everyone else who made our stay special, and we hope to see you all again someday!
Written September 7, 2022
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