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 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 I am 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 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 I am 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 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 the volunteers – individuals who have committed to offer their skills and expertise to make Sadhguru’s vision of human wellbeing a reality. Living 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, academics, lawyers, engineers, artists, IT professionals, freelancers, homemakers, and students 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 growth as you do your sadhana (spiritual practices) and spend time in powerfully consecrated spaces like Dhyanalinga and Linga Bhairavi.
Hasten your growth as you do your sadhana (spiritual practices) and spend time in powerfully consecrated spaces like Dhyanalinga and Linga Bhairavi.
Surrounded by 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
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 10 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 group of volunteers committed to bringing Sadhguru's vision of Sadhguru Sannidhi Bengaluru a reality. Explore the various volunteering opportunities now.
Flexible Duration
Ashram Volunteering
Participate in various activities at the ashram geared towards bringing wellbeing to all.
Flexible Duration
Inner Engineering Completion
Program Volunteering
Touch the lives of program participants through this intense process of volunteering.
Flexible Duration
Inner Engineering Completion
Know more about 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. You need to meet the eligibility requirement to be able to volunteer.
It is best to stay for a minimum of three days. You can stay for longer based on your availability.
Please express your interest in extending your stay to your volunteer coordinator.
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, you may not be able to continue your work during volunteering.
Considering the busy schedule that volunteers follow, 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 on one's inner growth.
Yes, they can come and meet you outside of scheduled activity times. If they are planning to stay overnight, please make sure to book a cottage for them here.
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.
Volunteers will support with various activities at the ashram. This is entirely dependent on what is required at the at the given time.
Minors over 15 years of age can present a consent form signed by their parents when applying for volunteering.
Those aged 15 years and above and have completed the Inner Engineering program (including transmission of 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 ashram premises. Shared dormitory-style accommodation and bathroom facilities are provided. Men and women will be given separate accommodation.
Two vegetarian meals will be provided daily. Juice or kanji will also be served in the afternoon.
Please note that the kitchen will not be able to assist with any specific dietary needs; therefore, volunteers will have to arrange for it themselves if needed.
Brunch and dinner take place at Bhiksha hall and the timings are as follows:
Brunch (3 batches) - 9:50 AM, 10:35 AM, 11:10 AM
Dinner (3 batches) - 6:50 PM, 7:35 PM, 8:10 PM
Isha Mobile 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.
If you need to receive medication from the clinic or require hospitalization due to unforeseen circumstances, please be aware that you will be responsible for the associated expenses. Additionally, please note that travel to the nearest hospital may take thirty minutes or longer, depending on the traffic conditions.
In addition to sufficient clothes, please bring a flashlight, towel, toiletries, comfortable footwear, rain jacket or umbrella, warm jacket or coat, and bug spray (for use during warmer months).
You are required to wear traditional Indian attire. All clothing should be modest, covering the upper arms, thighs, and ankles (no capris or shorts) at all times. Please avoid tight or transparent clothing.
For women, salwars, churidars, sarees, full-length skirts, and kurtas with pants are acceptable. Men may wear veshtis, panchakacham, or kurtas with pants.
As you will be sharing a space with several others and luggage space is limited, please make sure to pack only what is absolutely necessary.
Based on your requirement, locker facility may be provided to make sure luggage is secure.
Due to limited bandwidth, Wi-Fi is only available for work-related purposes. Those who wish to check their email or stay in touch with their family are requested to use mobile data from their service provider.
By Flight:
Coimbatore International Airport is the nearest airport, located 40 km from Isha Yoga Center (approximately 90 minutes by road).
By Train:
Coimbatore Junction is the nearest railway station, located 30 km from the center (approximately 1 hour by road).
By Bus:
Buses 14D and 14C from Gandhipuram Bus Stand provide connectivity to the ashram.
Taxi Service:
A taxi can be booked from the welcome point helpline. Contact details will be shared upon registration.
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