Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram is located in the town named Kinnigoli, in the district of Mangalore, in the state of Karnataka, in South India. It is an ashram for yoga and meditation. It indulges in different types of activities related to Yoga. It was founded in a successful manner by Shri Devadas who is popularly called as Dev Baba, in the later portion of the 1990's decade. The ashram is perfectly managed by the founder leader himself and nearly ten other trustee members. The routine activities of this ashram run successfully by sadhaks who work hard with much dedication and commitment on a voluntary basis completely. In this ashram, all are invited for practicing yoga and indulging in meditation so that they can experience the inner peace.

At present, Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram is nearly more than a decade old. It has been successfully serving for the cause of humanity in its humble manner. Sadhvi Malathi Amma is a much dedicated sadhvi who resides in the ashram plus provides support to each and every one who needs to meditate and lead a peaceful personal and professional life.

Significant features of Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram

The primary aim of Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram is to provide enlighten to each and everyone through proper meditation and yoga. Dev Baba strongly believes that the perfect right frame of mind must come in direct touch with the Almighty then only can be achieved through meditation purely in a serene place such as the Himalayas. On the other hand, it is not possible for each and everyone to reach the Himalayas for indulging in meditation. So he established this particular ashram in a serene and silent environment where individuals can peacefully meditate.

Architectural significance of Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram

With an impressive structure, Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram is a beautiful place. Among the green surroundings, the multi-storied building of this organization stands tall. A raft house or machan having a broad enclosure leads the visitors from the main gate of the ashram. Actually, this building was constructed for a saint named Devarah Hamsa Baba from Himalayas, who wholeheartedly visited this ashram and spends a solid time here. Another important building is named as the Annapoorna building which is one the left side of the main building. There is a lotus pond, a lawn drenched in greenery and a Zen garden. Sadhana Mandir (Meditation Shrine) is the name of the main building. Other structures in this ashram are office block and the living quarters. The main attraction of the ashram is its large meditation hall.

The main architectural significance of Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram is the presence of a big pyramid-shaped room and the seven small pyramid-shaped rooms. The big pyramid-shaped room is used for meditation by Dev Baba and the seven small pyramid-shaped rooms are used by the active members of this ashram for meditation. There is an area named Yoga nagar inside the ashram premises. The place where Sadhavi Malathi Amma meditates is known as Yogi Dhama. This ashram celebrates Gau Puja and Guru Purnima.

Courses at Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram

• Kundalini Beeja Mantra Dhyana course is conducted for 3 days.

• Kriya yoga course is conducted for 5 days

• Mounadhyana is conducted on 1st Monday to 1st Friday every month

• Antaryatra Shibira course is conducted for 1 day

• Parivartana Shibira course is conducted for 1 and 3 months

• Atma vidya shibira course is conducted for 5 days

• Brahma vidya shibira course is conducted for 10 days

• Children's Camp course is conducted for 3 to 5 days (Conducted during summer holidays- according to age group)

Regular Monthly Programs

• On 1st Sunday, 'Satchintana' - from selected satsanga course is conducted from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm

• On 2nd and 4th Saturday and Sunday, Kriya yoga' Punahchetana is conducted from 7.30 am to 1.00 pm

• On 3rd Sunday, Kundalini beeja mantra dhyana' punahchetana is conducted from 9.00 am to 3.30 pm

• On Every Saturday, Kriya yoga' is conducted from 7pm to 8.30 pm

• In June & July, 'BrahmaVidya shibir' is conducted for ladies and gentlemen separately

• In November/December, Atma vidya shibir' is conducted in English and local languages.

• Everyday Meditation Session with Parama Pujya Guruji is conducted from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm

• On 3rd and 4th Monday Consultation with Pujya Guruji

Facilities at Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram Mangalore

Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram is the best spot that provides many facilities for the seekers who wish to meditate and indulge in the practice Yoga in the given serene environment. The facilities readily available at the ashram are:

• Dhyan Mandir or Sadhana Mandir - It is a large hall that is used for the purpose of meditation.

• Jnan Mandir - It is the hall used for practice of yoga and other related activities and functions.

• Pyramids of Meditation - These is a big and seven pyramids that are exclusively dedicated for the purpose of meditation by the visiting saint and members of the ashram.

• There is counter for Ayurvedic medicines plus other health care products for the actual benefit of its seekers. A good collection of hymns and preaching related CDs and cassettes of music are readily available for the mediators benefit.

• Inside the premises of the ashram, there is an STD booth.

Social Initiatives of Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram

The Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram largely aims to enlighten people to the direct benefits of meditation and Yoga. It conducts camps in its premises and in various cities of this nation in order to achieve its aim. It conducts normally a one day and five day duration programs. It also conducts a satsang program after the said course finishing day. It has conducted nearly 60 satsang till now. During the summer holidays and the month of October, conducts one-day meditation courses for the children. The admission is given on the first come first serve manner. There are chances that the schedules of the program are subjected to change without any prior notice. The ashram wishes that participants should give their best cooperation and coordination for their program. It is compulsory to maintain full attendance to their enrolled program.

Rules and Regulations at Shri Shakti darshan Yogashram

Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram comes with certain rules and regulations that need to be strictly adhered and followed by the inmates and members of this ashram. They shouldn't indulge in smoking and consuming alcohol and meat. They should wear simple and comfortable dress code. Without prior permission, inmates shouldn't step out of the ashram. They shouldn't skip, less or over eat during the course period. They should have good sleep during the night hours. They should co-operate and co-ordinate with the instructors and ashram authorities. They should behave in a friendly manner with others. They should actively participate in all the activities and functions of this ashram.

How to reach Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram

Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram can be reached easily Kinnigoli is at a distance of approximately 32 km from Mangalore plus about 375 km from Bangalore. To all major towns and cities of Karnataka, many public buses are available easily for Kinnigoli. The nearest airport to reach Kinnigoli is the Mangalore International Airport. The nearest railway stations are located at Surathkal and Mulky. This ashram is just 3 km from Kinnigoli. In order to reach the place easily, visitors can hire auto rickshaws or taxi.