AATHMAYAANAM : An 18-Month Experiential Fellowship in Non-Religious Spirituality
AATHMAYAANAM is a structured, experiential spiritual program designed to explore pure spirituality as a discipline of life understanding rather than belief, ritual, or religious adherence. The program unfolds through immersive camps and a long-term fellowship model rooted in inquiry, practice, reflection, and integration, following a Gurukulam-based learning approach.
Vision and Orientation
AATHMAYAANAM approaches spirituality as the science of life, consciousness, and nature, focusing on direct understanding of the Self, its attributes, limitations, faculties, and possibilities. The program emphasizes clarity, experiential learning, and alignment with the natural order, without dependence on religious doctrines, symbols, or faith systems.
Program Structure
AATHMAYAANAM Camps
Each AATHMAYAANAM camp is an intensive experiential module introducing participants to the foundational dimensions of non-religious spirituality. The camps include conceptual sessions, guided practices, self-observation processes, and reflective engagement within a simple Gurukulam environment.
Camp Fee: ₹1800 per camp (tuition and training)
Food & Accommodation: Provided free of cost in Gurukulam tradition
Venue: Navagothra Ecosophical Gurukulam, Palakkad
The camps are conducted in small, intentionally limited groups to ensure depth, interaction, and experiential focus.
Mode of Fellowship
Participants who attend one or two AATHMAYAANAM camps and wish to continue deeper engagement may enroll as AATHMAYAANAM Fellowship Students (Interns).
The fellowship is a long-term, structured journey consisting of 18 camps, each addressing a specific stage of the AATHMAYAANAM process. These stages systematically explore:
The meaning and scope of pure spirituality
Attributes and functioning of the Self
Recognition of limitations and latent possibilities
Understanding inner faculties and their coordination
Re-ordering of body, mind, energy, and action
The structure of nature and the purpose of human life within it
Learning Methodology
The fellowship follows a rigorous experiential–academic model:
Camp Participation
Each camp introduces a defined thematic and practical framework.Home Practice Assignments
After every camp, participants receive structured assignments to be practiced and observed in daily life.Dissertation Submission
Following each camp, the participant prepares a written dissertation based on:The conceptual theme of the camp
Personal experiential understanding
Practical application and observation
Evaluation and Integration
A total of 18 dissertations must be completed and submitted over the fellowship period.
Assessment and Certification
Upon successful completion of:
18 AATHMAYAANAM camps
Submission of all 18 dissertations
The fellow will undergo a Viva Voce (oral examination) to assess conceptual clarity, experiential depth, and integration of learning into life.
After successful evaluation, the participant is awarded the:
AATHMAYAANAM Fellowship Certificate
This certification signifies sustained experiential training in non-religious spirituality and self-reordering.
Faculty and Facilitation
Santhosh Olympuss
Orator of the Olympuss Ecosophical Doctrine
Facilitates the philosophical framework, spiritual inquiry, and experiential processes of AATHMAYAANAM.Ponni Olympaue
Co-Founder, Greencross Foundation
Chef Faculty, Deep Ecological Fellowship
Guides Gurukulam-based living, ecological nutrition, and lifestyle integration.
Fellowship Fee Structure
One-time Fellowship Registration: ₹6000
Fee per Camp for Fellowship Students: ₹1000
Food & Accommodation: Free (Gurukulam system)
This structure supports long-term commitment while ensuring accessibility.
Eligibility and Inclusivity
AATHMAYAANAM is open to individuals across religion, caste, class, language, nationality, and background, provided they are willing to engage sincerely in self-study, practice, and reflection.
Contact and Registration
📍 Navagothra Ecosophical Gurukulam, Palakkad
📞 Phone: 89210 32329
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is AATHMAYAANAM a religious program?
No. AATHMAYAANAM is a non-religious spiritual program. It does not promote beliefs, rituals, or religious affiliations.
2. Do I need prior spiritual experience to join?
No prior experience is required. The program begins with foundational understanding and progresses step by step.
3. Is attendance mandatory for all 18 camps at once?
No. Participants may attend one or two camps initially and later enroll in the fellowship if they choose to continue.
4. What is the purpose of the dissertations?
Dissertations help integrate learning through reflection, articulation, and lived experience, ensuring depth rather than passive attendance.
5. How long is the fellowship duration?
The fellowship spans 18 camps, typically conducted monthly, amounting to approximately 18 months.
6. What happens if a participant misses a camp?
Missed camps may be attended in subsequent cycles, subject to program scheduling and faculty approval.
7. Is accommodation compulsory?
Accommodation is optional but recommended to experience the Gurukulam way of learning and living.
8. What language are the sessions conducted in?
Sessions may use English and Malayalam, depending on participant composition.
9. Does the certificate have academic or professional value?
The certificate signifies completion of a structured experiential fellowship in non-religious spirituality. It is intended for personal, educational, and facilitative development rather than formal university accreditation.
10. Who should not join AATHMAYAANAM?
Those seeking quick fixes, motivational talks, or belief-based spiritual instruction may not find this program suitable.