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PROFILE: Welcome to our Loft Yoga Ashram. We are a spiritual oasis in the heart of central Auckland. We offer a unique cultural exchange for volunteers aged between 22-30, interested in exploring the science of yoga and meditation. Yoga is far more than just a workout. We offer the complete yoga lifestyle experience - meditation, a range of interactive workshops exploring ancient knowledge and techniques and cooking classes, to find connection and happiness in your everyday life.
We are a non profit centre. We have a very diverse and dynamic community of volunteers such as: chefs, artists, teachers, tradesmen, musicians, students etc. Everyone can contribute in some way or the other to our team and take home a memorable experience. We are looking for volunteers who have a keen interest in experiencing yoga and meditation lifestyle on a deeper level.
IMPORTANT: We want to make sure that you have the best experience while you are with us. Hence we request Workawayers to try out volunteering first and participate in our different front and back end activities (yoga , meditation, talks, university club activities, meeting lots of different people, cooking, administrative stuff and more).This is purely so you can have a taste of what we're all about and see if it's something you would enjoy continuing with!
Trial period is from Tuesday evening 2:00 pm to Wednesday 9pm. For the trial period, we are happy to provide our volunteers with wholesome delicious vegetarian/vegan meals, but request them to find their own accommodation. If the trial is successful, then you can move into our accommodation on Thursday morning at 9:00 am. Please organise your travel plan accordingly.
We have a minimum stay of 2 weeks. You are more than welcome to have a mutual discussion with the Loft manager if you would like to extend your stay.Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity WorkArt ProjectsHelp with Eco ProjectsTeachingDIY and building projectsCreating/ Cooking family mealsGeneral MaintenanceHelp with Computers/ InternetUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
WE SPECIALISE IN GIVING VOLUNTEERS A COMPLETE ‘OFF THE MAT ‘ YOGA EXPERIENCE.
YOU WILL GET TO
-ATTEND SESSIONS ON GUIDED MEDITATION, VISUALISATION, MANTRA MEDITATION
-PARTICIPATE IN INTRODUCTORY AND ADVANCED DISCUSSIONS ON YOGA WISDOM
-LEARN THE ART OF EARTH FRIENDLY COOKING WITH OUR EXPERT CHEFS
-LEARN TO SING AND PLAY KIRTAN - YOGA MUSIC
-GET TO MEET MONKS AND VISITS TO MONASTERY
-AND IF YOU WANT TO EXPERIENCE YOGA LIFESTYLE, FREE OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE MONASTERY CAN BE ARRANGEDHelp
We are currently looking for people with professional experience in painting, carpentry, plastery, building work etc to help with renovation projects for the studio. In exchange you will have the opportunity to connect with yoga classes, meditation workshops, vegan food and like minded people from across the globe!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: FluentAccommodation
Volunteers will be provided free accommodation at our yoga studio and delicious vegetarian/vegan meals in return for volunteering activities.
What else ...
If you are a nature lover, you are welcome to join our weekly bush walks.
If you are a book worm, you can immerse yourself in timeless spiritual library available at the ashram
If you are into good food, you can explore our many recipe books and come up with menu plans!
The opportunities are limitless!A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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You can also learn music instruments!
The loft itself is cozy and beautiful, the… read more
I am so thankful for the dedication and genuine love of everyone volunteering at the Loft, and the positive, supportive environment that this provides. I have… read more
Completely blown away by the whole community at The Loft. We went most evenings to a yoga class or different workshop and everyone is so welcoming. The… read more
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You can also learn music instruments!
The loft itself is cozy and beautiful, the… read more
I am so thankful for the dedication and genuine love of everyone volunteering at the Loft, and the positive, supportive environment that this provides. I have… read more
Completely blown away by the whole community at The Loft. We went most evenings to a yoga class or different workshop and everyone is so welcoming. The… read more