Master Survival Skills in India's Most Dangerous Wilderness
Learn fire-making, water sourcing, shelter building, and navigation inside Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve. Transform fear into confidence through our proven survival methodology.
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE
🐅 Tiger-Land Advantage
Inside Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve. Survival here is not simulated – it’s real, with wild systems and true constraints.
🔥 Survival Leadership
Fire, water, shelter, navigation, combat mindset. Designed as a leadership transformation, not a picnic.
🌿 Tribal Synergy
Learn with tribal knowledge and ancient jungle hacks – practical, humble, time-tested.
COURSES
120 Hrs - Endurance
Intro to jungle survival: fire, water sourcing, shelter basics, map & compass.
72 Hrs - Advanced
Advanced drills, food sourcing, night movement, team roles, field repairs.
48 Hrs - Foundation
Grit & resilience: multi-night guarding, real-time challenges, mental reset.
UPCOMING BATCHES (ASIA/KOLKATA)
| Date | Course | Seats | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2025 | 48 Hrs Foundation | 6/12 left | ₹ 82,400 | Apply |
| 14 Nov 2025 | 72 Hrs Advanced | 4/10 left | ₹ 1,22,400 | Apply |
| 14 Nov 2025 | 120 Hrs Endurance | Waitlist | ₹ 2,02,400 | Join Waitlist |
What's Included
- Training, field drills & instructor time
- Shared survival kit (community tools, water purification)
- Basic field meals (veg), camp support
Not Included
- Travel to Bandhavgarh, personal insurance
- Park fees/permits if applicable, rentals
- Personal gear (see Kit List)
Refund policy: ₹10,000 deposit is fully refundable if not selected or if cancelled ≥14 days before start.
COURSE DETAILS
Syllabus: Fire under monsoon, water sourcing & purification, shelter basics, map & compass, wildlife etiquette.
Kit List: 30-40L backpack, trekking shoes, 2 quick-dry tees, rain shell, headlamp, 1L bottle, basic meds.
Syllabus: Food sourcing, night movement, team roles, knots & field repairs, stress drills, navigation practicals.
Kit List: Everything in 48 hrs + 60-70L pack, extra socks, compact sleeping layer.
Syllabus: Multi-night guarding, long-range nav, resilience training, resource rationing, leadership scenarios.
Kit List: As 72 hrs + blister kit, lightweight rain pants, spare battery pack.
FAQ & SAFETY
Minimum age 18, medically fit. No prior survival experience required. Fitness test & medical disclosure mandatory.
Yes. Courses run with forest permissions, trained instructors, tribal mentors, and risk protocols. Wildlife etiquette taught first day.
Courses adapt for monsoon, heat, or cold. In rare cancellations (floods, park closures), you are refunded or rescheduled.
Training, shared survival kit, basic field meals, camp support. Not included: travel, personal gear, insurance, permits.
Yes. Most survivors come solo. Groups are welcome. Teams are formed on-ground.
₹10,000 deposit refunded if not selected or cancelled ≥14 days before course. Partial refunds if forest department shuts park.
Yes. Personal health/travel insurance is mandatory. Evacuation partners and medical support are aligned with local hospitals.
You can withdraw early. Safety comes first. Certificate not awarded if you exit, but partial learning still valuable.
GETTING THERE
✈ By Air
Nearest airport: Jabalpur (3.5 hrs drive) or Khajuraho (4 hrs). Daily flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata. Pick-up arranged on request.
🚆 By Rail
Nearest railhead: Umaria (45 min) or Katni (2 hrs). Connected to Delhi, Bhopal, Varanasi. Local taxi or arranged transfer available.
🚌 By Road
Bandhavgarh is 32 km from Umaria town, 100 km from Katni. Good roads from Jabalpur, Rewa, Khajuraho. Overnight buses not advised.
🌤 Climate
Oct–Mar: cool, ideal (10–28°C). Apr–Jun: hot (30–42°C). Jul–Sep: monsoon (humid, leeches, heavy rain). Pack accordingly.
TRUSTED & FEATURED
NatGeo
Discovery
BBC
TOI
“The only classroom in the world where tigers roam free. A life-changing leadership journey.”– The Explorer Journal
“Raw, unfiltered and deeply humbling. Not tourism – survival and self-discovery.”– Outdoor India Magazine
CERTIFICATES & ALUMNI NETWORK
JSA Completion Certificate
Awarded upon successful completion with attendance & performance criteria.
Alumni Highlights
- CXOs, founders, educators, first-responders
- Leadership offsites & personal reset journeys
- Peer community & priority access to new batches
1,200+
Survivors trained
17
Countries represented
Invite-only *Alumni Days* during park season. Mentorship and advanced drills.
SURVIVOR STORIES
“Hardest thing I’ve done – came back a different person.” – A. Singh
Night guarding • Rain on red soil • Fire in monsoon
WHY CHOOSE JSA
| JSA | Other Camps |
|---|---|
| Inside a real tiger reserve | Simulated or tourist forests |
| Tribal & wildlife synergy | Guide-led activities only |
| Leadership & mindset reset | Adventure holiday vibe |
| Selective enrollment (safety first) | Pay & play |
HOW ENROLLMENT WORKS
Register
Fill form & pay ₹10,000 refundable fee for your preferred date.
Share Your Story
Send a short self-intro video on why you want to do this.
Selection / Refund
We confirm your slot or issue a quick refund – safety first.