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"To me, volunteering means freedom. I traveled for almost 10 years and never felt the level of freedom that I feel being a volunteer at Isha."
Volunteering
“I’ve never had an opportunity to make an impact in the world. It is a privilege to contribute in my own small way.”
Volunteering
"I am able to simply enjoy the process without any expectation. The sense of devotion naturally flows when totally involved in something."
Volunteering
"To me, volunteering means freedom. I traveled for almost 10 years and never felt the level of freedom that I feel being a volunteer at Isha."
Volunteering
“I’ve never had an opportunity to make an impact in the world. It is a privilege to contribute in my own small way.”
Volunteering
"I am able to simply enjoy the process without any expectation. The sense of devotion naturally flows when totally involved in something."
Volunteering
"To me, volunteering means freedom. I traveled for almost 10 years and never felt the level of freedom that I feel being a volunteer at Isha."
Volunteering
“I’ve never had an opportunity to make an impact in the world. It is a privilege to contribute in my own small way.”
The bedrock of Isha’s activities are our volunteers - individuals like you who have committed to offer their skills and expertise to make Sadhguru’s vision of human wellbeing a reality. Living amongst fellow seekers in a space consecrated for inner wellbeing and spiritual growth, they find immense fulfillment in being able to contribute to projects which transform the world at large. Business professionals, lawyers, engineers, artists, IT professions and freelancers - can all find their niche here.
Why Volunteer?
Growth & Fullfilment
Get involved in the multi-faceted activities at the Isha Yoga Center and allow varied situations to unleash your hidden potential.
Get involved in the multi-faceted activities at the Isha Yoga Center and allow varied situations to unleash your hidden potential.
Deepen Your Sadhana
Hasten your spiritual growth as you do your sadhana (Yogic practices) in powerfully consecrated spaces like Dhyanalinga and Linga Bhairavi.
Hasten your spiritual growth as you do your sadhana (Yogic practices) in powerfully consecrated spaces like Dhyanalinga and Linga Bhairavi.
In the Lap of Nature
Reside at the foothills of the Velliangiri Mountains, amidst natural surroundings, and reconnect with the elements of nature.
Reside at the foothills of the Velliangiri Mountains, amidst natural surroundings, and reconnect with the elements of nature.
Community of Seekers
Be in the joyful company of individuals who share an intense yearning to explore and experience inner dimensions of oneself.
Be in the joyful company of individuals who share an intense yearning to explore and experience inner dimensions of oneself.
How can you Volunteer?
Volunteering allows you to have a profound experience of the ashram. It brings a deep sense of involvement and serves as a powerful tool for inner transformation.
Flexible Duration
Linga Seva
Offer yourself in the space of Dhyanalinga and be immersed in its energy.
Fixed Duration - 5 or 8 Days
Inner Engineering Completion
Prana Danam
Deepen your connection with life-giving food by being a part of making and serving food at Isha Yoga Center.
Fixed Duration - 10 Days
Inner Engineering Completion
Adiyogi Arpanam
An opportunity for gents to become available to Adiyogi’s grace through volunteering.
Fixed Duration - 18 days
Samyama Completion
Program Volunteering
Touch the lives of program participants through this intense process of volunteering.
Flexible Duration
Inner Engineering Completion
Linga Seva
Offer yourself in the space of Dhyanalinga and be immersed in its energy.
Fixed Duration - 5 or 8 Days
Inner Engineering Completion
Prana Danam
Deepen your connection with life-giving food by being a part of making and serving food at Isha Yoga Center.
Fixed Duration - 10 Days
Inner Engineering Completion
Adiyogi Arpanam
An opportunity for gents to become available to Adiyogi’s grace through volunteering.
Fixed Duration - 18 days
Samyama Completion
Program Volunteering
Touch the lives of program participants through this intense process of volunteering.
Flexible Duration
Inner Engineering Completion
Linga Seva
Offer yourself in the space of Dhyanalinga and be immersed in its energy.
Fixed Duration - 5 or 8 Days
Inner Engineering Completion
Prana Danam
Deepen your connection with life-giving food by being a part of making and serving food at Isha Yoga Center.
Fixed Duration - 10 Days
Inner Engineering Completion
Adiyogi Arpanam
An opportunity for gents to become available to Adiyogi’s grace through volunteering.
Fixed Duration - 18 days
Samyama Completion
Experience what it is to be a part of a dedicated sangha of volunteers committed to bringing Sadhguru's vision of Sadhguru Sannidhi Bengaluru a reality. Explore the various volunteering opportunities now.
Flexible Duration
For volunteering opportunities at the Isha Institute of Inner-sciences, Tennessee, USA.
Specific skill-based activities to support the exciting projects at Isha are open to qualified individuals from any location. Opportuities are available in areas such as social media, IT, graphic design, video editing and translation among others.
Flexible Duration
Glimpses
Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteering is available free of charge. One needs to meet the eligibility requirement to be able to volunteer.
Based on your availability please select one of the options in the interest form.
Please express your interest in extending your stay at the Volunteer Reception Office.
Volunteering and attending advanced programs is possible during your stay as a volunteer and is entirely dependent on availability of slots.
As there is a schedule that one follows during their time as volunteers, it would be difficult to take up additional work.
As there is minimal free time, it is best if you can make arrangements for your children to be looked after and cared for at your home.
Yes, but it is encouraged that interactions are kept to a minimum to stay focused at one's inner growth.
Yes, they can come and meet you outside of scheduled activities. If they wish to stay, please make sure to book a stay for them in the cottages in advance.
It is best if you plan your stay in such a way that you can devote your time to staying at the ashram for that specified duration.
In case of an emergency the participant can reach out to a volunteer from the volunteer coordination team and they will assist you with related procedures.
Volunteers are requested to support various departments at the ashram upon arrival. This is entirely dependent on requirement.
Minors who are at least 15 years of age can apply after getting a consent form signed by their parents.
Those aged 15 years and above, who have completed the Inner Engineering program and have been initiated into the Shambhavi Mahamudra Kriya, are eligible to apply.
Yes, you can come with your spouse or family member. However, each person must fill out their own individual application form and go through the application process separately.
Volunteering opportunities are open throughout the year for individuals who wish to volunteer for a dedicated amount of time.
Accommodation is provided within the Yoga Center.Shared dormitory style accommodation and bathroom facilities are provided. Men and women will be given separate accommodation.
If you are coming along with your spouse and would like to stay together, please let us know during the call. Accommodation for couples is subject to availability.
Two vegetarian meals will be provided daily, there will be a hot drink or kanji in the afternoon.
The ashram kitchen will not be able to assist with any specific dietary needs; therefore, the participants will have to arrange for it themselves if needed.
The first meal is available at 10:00 AM and the second is at 7:00 PM.
Isha Yoga Center/Ashram Clinic will provide basic first aid and medical assistance. Details of any serious medical conditions must be informed well in advance.
Leaving out any information about one's current or prior medical condition can lead to your application being rejected.
Flashlight, Towel, Toiletries, Comfortable Footwear, Rain Jacket or Umbrella, Warm jacket or coat and Bug Spray (during the warmer months)
As Indian clothing style is modest/decent. Hence, please bring clothing that covers the shoulders, midriff and knees at all times.Proper attire includes: ankle length pants for both men and women (no capris or shorts) and long shirts that cover the upper arms and thighs. Traditional Indian clothing such as kurtas, dhotis, panchakacham or pants for gents, and salwar kameez, kurtis or saris for women are recommended. Please avoid tight clothing such as shirts and jeans – both for your own comfort and as a sign of respect for the local culture.
As you will be sharing your space with several other people, please make sure to pack whatever is utmost necessary.
Based on requirement, locker facility will be provided to make sure luggage is securely placed.
Due to limited bandwidth, Wi-Fi is only available for work related purposes. For those who wish to check email or stay in touch with family, it is possible to obtain data from your service provider.
Flight: Nearest airport to the Ashram is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at a 40 Km distance which is approximately a 90min drive.
Train: Coimbatore Junction is the nearest Railway station, situated at 30Km from Isha Yoga Center and is a 1 hour drive.
Buses: Bus #14D and 14C starting from Gandhipuram Bus Station can be accessed to arrive at the ashram.
Helpline to book a taxi from the welcome point can be mentioned.
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