Anand Gurukul
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Off the GRID Living
Anand Gurukul Engagement Options
At Anand Gurukul, we blend modern living with timeless wisdom to create transformative experiences. Whether you seek a sabbatical to recharge, meaningful volunteering, or remote work in our high-tech village, every program offers purpose and growth. Join immersive public speaking retreats with David Conrad Linus to master communication, or embrace our blended living-learning model for families and seekers. With flexible durations and tailored options, Anand Gurukul is where you live, learn, and lead.
1. Sabbatical at Anand Gurukul
Step away from the rush of city life and embrace a sabbatical in our modern high-tech village. Live mindfully while teaching, farming, meditating, and mentoring, with time to reflect and recharge. Flexible durations let you customize your journey of renewal and contribution.
Who: Professionals, educators, researchers, and seekers looking to pause, reset, and contribute.
What: A life-changing sabbatical in a modern high-tech village with opportunities to teach, learn, farm, meditate, and mentor.
Where: Anand Gurukul Campus, Bihar, India.
When: Year-round, flexible enrollment.
Why: To recharge, live sustainably, give back, and gain perspective away from city chaos.
How: Apply online, choose your sabbatical duration, customize your stay with activities.
Duration & Pricing:
- Short: 1–2 months → ₹14,900/month (incl. stay, meals, activities)
- Medium: 3–6 months → ₹12,900/month
- Long: 6–12 months → ₹11,900/month
Testimonial:
“I took a 3-month sabbatical at Anand Gurukul and rediscovered myself. The blend of teaching kids, engaging with the village, and having quiet time for reflection was transformative.” – Ritu Sharma, Corporate Manager, Delhi
Next date: 1st Week of November 2025
2. Volunteering at Anand Gurukul
Give back while gaining grassroots experience through teaching, farming, skill development, and cultural immersion. Our volunteering programs offer short- and long-term opportunities to serve, learn, and grow in community. Every contribution you make leaves an impact, while every moment enriches your own journey.
Who: Students, social workers, educators, and anyone passionate about service.
What: Structured volunteering programs – teaching, skill development, tech support, farming, cultural documentation.
Where: Anand Gurukul and surrounding villages.
When: Flexible intake; short (summer/winter breaks) and long-term opportunities.
Why: To give back to society, gain grassroots experience, and live in a community setting.
How: Apply through our website; roles matched with your skills and interests.
Duration & Pricing (covers stay & food):
- Short: 2 weeks – 1 month → ₹11,900
- Medium: 1–3 months → ₹9,900/month
- Long: 3–12 months → ₹8,900/month
Testimonial:
“Volunteering here gave me a new purpose. Teaching children English and computers was rewarding beyond words.” – Arjun Nair, Volunteer, Bangalore
Next date: 1st Week of November 2025
3. Work-from-Home in a High-Tech Village
Escape the noise of the city and work remotely from our smart village, equipped with fiber internet, solar power, and co-living spaces. Stay productive while enjoying clean air, fresh food, and community life. Perfect for digital nomads, freelancers, and entrepreneurs seeking balance.
Who: Remote workers, freelancers, entrepreneurs, digital nomads.
What: State-of-the-art co-living and co-working in a serene rural setting with fiber internet (Optical + Air), solar power, and modern amenities.
Where: Anand Gurukul Smart Village.
When: Open year-round.
Why: Escape city stress, enjoy clean air and community life, without compromising on connectivity.
How: Book your stay online, bring your work, join optional workshops & community activities.
Duration & Pricing:
- Short: 1–2 weeks → ₹14,900/week (incl. co-living & meals)
- Medium: 1–3 months → ₹12,900/month
- Long: 3–12 months → ₹11,900/month
Testimonial:
“I worked remotely from Anand Gurukul for 2 months, and my productivity skyrocketed. I enjoyed farm-fresh food, community bonding, and modern workspaces.” – Neha Gupta, Tech Consultant, Pune
Next date: 1st Week of November 2025
4. Immersive Public Speaking Retreats with David Conrad Linus
Transform your communication skills in a 7–10 day retreat designed to build confidence, storytelling, and stage presence. Learn directly from David Conrad Linus in a supportive, immersive environment. Leave not just as a better speaker—but as an inspired leader ready to influence.
Who: Leaders, professionals, students, and anyone who wants to master public speaking.
What: 7–10 day residential retreats blending communication training, confidence-building, storytelling, and live stage practice.
Where: Anand Gurukul Retreat Centre.
When: 4 scheduled retreats each year.
Why: To overcome stage fright, become a powerful communicator, and build leadership presence.
How: Register for the retreat; all materials, lodging, and meals included.
Duration & Pricing:
- 7 days (Standard) → ₹14,900
- 10 days (Premium – includes 1:1 coaching) → ₹19,900
Testimonial:
“David’s retreat changed my career. I went from dreading presentations to leading them with confidence. The environment made learning so natural.” – Anjali Mehta, Entrepreneur, Mumbai
Next date: 1st Week of November 2025
5. Immersive Living + Learning Experience (Blended Option)
Live the Gurukul way with a blended program that combines work, learning, volunteering, and sustainable living. Families, seekers, and learners can experience meaningful community life while balancing modern work and traditional wisdom. A rare chance to live, learn, and grow—together.
Next date: 1st Week of November 2025
Who: Families, learners, seekers, and experimenters in sustainable living.
What: A holistic package that combines volunteering, learning, co-working, and cultural immersion.
Where: Anand Gurukul Campus.
When: 2–6 months (best for those who want to ‘live the Gurukul life’).
Why: To blend modern work with traditional wisdom and contribute meaningfully.
How: Apply for blended experience; activities tailored to personal goals.
Duration & Pricing:
- 2 months → ₹14,900/month (Individuals) & ₹27,900/month (Family upto 4 members)
- 3–6 months → ₹12,900/month (Individuals) & ₹23,900/month (Family upto 4 members)
Testimonial:
“Our family stayed at Anand Gurukul for 3 months, and it was the most enriching phase of our lives. My children learned community values, while I balanced work and volunteering.” – Suresh Menon, Family Stay, Hyderabad
"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma Gandhi.
“We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” – Jawaharial Nehru
“You don’t learn to walk by following rules. You learn by doing and by falling over.” – Richard Branson
Activities and Village Eco-Tours
At Anand Gurukul, life flows in harmony with nature, community, and learning. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the rhythms of rural India while enjoying the comforts of a modern, high-tech village. Beyond structured programs, Anand Gurukul offers a wide range of engaging activities and tours that connect guests with the land, people, and traditions. From farming and animal care to teaching, storytelling, cycling, and bullock cart rides, every experience is designed to enrich the mind, body, and spirit.
Our 20 village-life activities, thoughtfully grouped into nature, animal care, educational, and social experiences, allow visitors to live the Gurukul way—cultivating fields, caring for animals, teaching children, documenting culture, and engaging in community service. To deepen the immersion, guests can also enjoy 5 authentic village-level tours such as cycling through fields, guided walks across hamlets, bullock cart rides, farm-to-field experiences, and serene riverbank trails. Together, these experiences provide a unique blend of purpose, learning, and joy, making every stay at Anand Gurukul unforgettable.
Nature & Environment
- Organic farming and vegetable gardening.
- Tree planting and reforestation drives.
- Learning traditional irrigation and water conservation techniques.
- Herbal garden walks and natural medicine workshops.
- Bird watching and documenting local species.
Animal Care & Sustainability
- Caring for cows in the Gaushala (feeding, cleaning, and milking).
- Learning eco-friendly composting with cow dung and organic waste.
- Assisting in poultry, goat, or fish farming.
- Animal-assisted learning sessions for children.
- Preparing and distributing fresh farm produce.
Educational & Cultural
- Teaching English, computers, or creative arts to village children.
- Conducting storytelling, drama, and public speaking workshops.
- Setting up digital literacy sessions for women and youth.
- Documenting folk songs, dances, and oral histories.
- Running evening study clubs or “learning under the banyan tree.”
Social & Community Engagement
- Participating in “shramdaan” (community service projects like road cleaning).
- Helping with local health awareness and wellness camps.
- Assisting in skill-building workshops (crafts, carpentry, weaving).
- Cooking community meals in the traditional village kitchen.
- Organizing festivals, fairs, and cultural exchange evenings.
Village eco-tours
- Cycle Tours through the Village
- Bullock Cart Rides
- Guided Village Walks
- Farm-to-Field Experience Tours
- Riverbank & Nature Trail Tours
Get in touch with David Conrad Linus today and let's bring that transformation we need, been seeking and yearning.
Note: Every monies in surplus or earned via 'Off the GRID Living' and 'Anand Gurukul Engagement Options' goes back directly into the management and maintenance of the Anand Gurukul initiatives.
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