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EN: * We need extra help (cooking, gardening, etc) until April 11th *
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The Charity: We are a non-profit association offering an extensive program of 3-day and 5-day retreats and meditations throughout the year. Visitors can come and help with the general running of the place between retreat sessions, or they can come to help in a larger and more sustained way at any time of the year, as 'volunteers'.
Thus, the entire functioning of the Meditation Center is based on a reciprocal activity of volunteers, which makes the center particularly unique.
The grounds: The Château is located in the heart of a magnificent 6-hectare estate, including gardens and forest. The main building, with its 19th century architecture, has been almost completely renovated and modernized, offering comfortable rooms and functional and cosy shared spaces (cafeteria, boutique, terrace, dining hall, etc.). The castle is surrounded by a moat, adding to the charm of what already seems to be a timeless place.
The community: A small community of monks, nuns and laypeople lives on site, for a short or long term, each one contributing to the smooth running of the place by voluntarily offering their time. A group of Buddhist students living in the surrounding towns and villages also actively work together to maintain the spiritual activities whenever they can. In addition, anyone staying at the Meditation Center, whether or not attending retreats, is invited to contribute to help run the center.
FR: * Nous avons besoin d'aide (parc, extérieurs, cuisine, etc) jusqu'au 11 avril *
L’association: Nous sommes une association à but non lucratif offrant tout au long de l’année un vaste programme de retraites et de méditations. Les personnes nous rendant visite peuvent venir et participer bénévolement entre les séances de retraite au fonctionnement général du lieu, ou bien elles peuvent aider de manière plus soutenue à tout moment de l’année, dans le cadre d’un ‘séjour bénévolat’.
Ainsi, l'ensemble du fonctionnement du Centre de Méditation repose sur une activité réciproque de volontaires bénévoles, ce qui rend cette organisation unique en son genre.
Le Lieu: Le Château est situé au cœur d’un magnifique domaine de 6ha, comprenant jardins et forêt. Le bâtiment principal, dont l’architecture date du 19ème siècle, a été presque totalement rénové et modernisé, offrant ainsi des chambres confortables et des espaces communs fonctionnels et agréables (cafétéria, boutique, terrasse, réfectoire, etc). Le château est entouré par des douves, apportant un charme supplémentaire à ce lieu qui paraît déjà hors du temps.
La communauté: Une petite communauté composée de moines, de moniales et de laïcs vit sur place, à plus ou moins long terme, chacun/e aidant au bon fonctionnement du lieu en offrant de leur temps bénévolement. Un groupe d’étudiants/es bouddhistes vivant dans les villes et villages alentour participent également activement au maintien des activités spirituelles selon leurs disponibilités. De plus, toute personne séjournant au Centre de Méditation, inscrite ou non à des retraites, est également bénévole, participant ainsi au fonctionnement quotidien.
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EN:
A Buddhist lifestyle: Although it is not at all necessary or required to be a Buddhist or to become a Buddhist to come and stay at the Meditation Center, you will have the opportunity to live on a daily basis with and within a community of modern buddhist practitioners. This entails refraining from harmful or negative behavior during your stay, such as killing, stealing, abusive behavior, noise pollution, use of alcohol or illegal substances, etc. We ask everyone to sign a commitment in this regard, for the well-being of each and every one and for the preservation of the standards of this institution.
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Free access to the daily spiritual program: everyone can freely join the guided meditations before lunch and the spiritual activities which are held in the evening. The daily sung prayers are also mostly open access. These spiritual activities are in FRENCH LANGUAGE. You will need an intermediate level of French to understand and feel comfortable.
Books from our Buddhist tradition are available in several languages.
If you are traveling by train, we can pick you up at the train station in Ecommoy, the nearest town (10kms).
We provide all the beddings (sheets, pillows, blankets,etc). You can have a free washing machine/week.
FR:
Mode de vie bouddhiste: Bien qu’il ne soit pas du tout nécessaire ni demandé d’être bouddhiste ni de devenir bouddhiste pour venir séjourner au Centre de Méditation, vous aurez la possibilité de vivre quotidiennement au contact et au sein d’une communauté de pratiquants/es du bouddhisme moderne. Ceci implique notamment de s’abstenir de certains comportements néfastes ou négatifs durant votre séjour, tels que ôter la vie, voler, manquer de respect aux autres personnes, provoquer des nuisances sonores, consommer de l’alcool ou des substances illicites, etc. Nous demandons à chacun/e de signer un engagement en ce sens, pour le bien-être de tous et pour la préservation des valeurs de ce lieu.
Les +++:
Accès libre au programme spirituel quotidien: chaque personne présente sur le lieu peut participer librement aux méditations guidées avant le déjeuner ainsi qu’aux activités spirituelles qui ont lieu en soirée. Les prières chantées quotidiennes sont également majoritairement libres d’accès. Ces activités spirituelles sont en Français. Vous aurez besoin d'un niveau intermédiaire en français pour vous sentir à l'aise.
Des livres de notre tradition bouddhiste sont à la disposition de tous. Les livres sont en plusieurs langues.
Si vous voyagez en train ou en covoiturage, nous pouvons organiser des navettes pour venir vous chercher jusqu’à la gare de Ecommoy, la ville la plus proche (10kms).
Nous fournissons la literie complète (draps, oreillers, couettes, etc). Vous aurez droit à laver votre linge gratuitement une fois/semaine.Ajuda
EN:
** Your Workaway stay**:
You will be immersed in the community as a volunteer. As such, you agree to assist in the daily running of the meditation center 5 days/week. Any volunteer period of 7 full days will include 2 free days, which may or may not be consecutive, and which will be determined together upon your arrival.
We ask that you please schedule your travel in advance. Trains or buses can be full or expensive at the last minute.
If you are traveling by train we can pick you up at Ecommoy's train station and if we are notified 48 hours in advance.
A telephone interview will be arranged prior to your arrival and you will also be asked to fill out a volunteer application form with your contact information and other essential information to best organize your stay.
FR:
** Votre séjour Workaway **:
Vous serez immergé dans la communauté en tant que bénévole. À ce titre, vous acceptez d'aider au fonctionnement quotidien du Centre de Méditation 5 jours par semaine. Toute période de volontariat de 7 jours complets comprendra 2 jours libres, qui peuvent ou non être consécutifs, et qui seront déterminés ensemble à votre arrivée.
Nous vous demandons de bien vouloir planifier votre voyage à l'avance. Les trains et les bus peuvent être complets ou chers si réservés à la dernière minute.
Si vous voyagez en train nous pouvons venir vous chercher à la gare de Ecommoy si nous sommes prévenus au moins 48 heures à l'avance.
Un entretien téléphonique sera planifié avant votre arrivée et il vous sera également demandé de remplir un formulaire de demande de bénévolat avec vos coordonnées et d'autres informations essentielles pour organiser au mieux votre séjour.Idiomas
Francês: Fluente
Inglês: Intermediário
Espanhol: IntermediárioAcomodação
FR:
Dortoirs confortables Homme ou Femme ou Camping
EN:
Comfortable dormitory - male or female or CampingAlgo mais...
EN:
The surroundings: Only a few kilometers away, the Forêt domaniale de Bercé is home to century-old trees and numerous hiking trails. Its groves make it one of the most beautiful forests in France. The oaks of Bercé, remarkable trees, have acquired a worldwide reputation, especially for their use in cooperage.
About 20 km away, the famous city of Le Mans, known for its racing circuit and its car races, offers a wide range of cultural and artistic activities, especially during the high season (summer). Its cathedral and its historical center, dating from the Middle Ages, the 'Vieux Mans', are also among the must-see visits.
FR:
Aux alentours: À seulement quelques kilomètres, la Forêt domaniale de Bercé abrite des arbres centenaires et de nombreux chemins de randonnées. Ses futaies en font l’une des plus belles forêts de France. Les chênes de Bercé, arbres remarquables, ont acquis une réputation mondiale notamment pour la tonnellerie.
À une 20aine de kms, la fameuse ville connue pour son circuit et ses courses automobiles, Le Mans, propose un programme varié d’activités culturelles et artistiques, particulièrement durant la haute saison (l’été). Sa cathédrale et son centre historique, datant du Moyen- ge, le ‘Vieux Mans’, font également partie des visites incontournables.Mais alguns detalhes
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EN: You can also camp but in winter it is not such a good idea ;-) We don't have usual facilities for campervan but there is one in the village. You can have your showers in the common bathrooms of the Centre. If you have your own kitchen in motorhome though, we kindly ask you not to smoke, not to drink alcohol or to eat meat/fishes on the premises. FR: Vous pouvez également camper, mais en hiver ce n'est pas une si bonne idée ;-) Nous n'avons pas d'installations habituelles pour les camping-cars mais il y en a une dans le village. Vous pouvez prendre vos douches dans les salles de bains communes du Centre. Si vous avez votre propre cuisine en camping-car, nous vous demandons de ne pas fumer, ne pas boire de l'alcool ni manger de la viande ou du poisson sur place.
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Mais de 2
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5 hours/day, 5 days a week
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People there are very friendly and welcoming, I had great and interesting conversations.
I highly recommend!
Interesting people from all ages and mostly from France. Would recommend again!
The site is in the countryside, so perfect to rest.
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Au plaisir de te revoir bientôt.
c'etait une tres belle experience humaine et spirituelle !
je reviendrai avec grang plaisir !
Thank you for helping us and making so many people happy during those two weeks !! All the best for all your future plans and travels. Take care.
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Thank you very much Stephanie, David, Jacky, Christian, Yan, Ben , Alex....and everyone I met there for the great unforgettable time we spent working, socializing , walking and singing in the forest.
I highly recommend this… read more
« tout le monde est le bienvenu » et c’est exactement ce que j’ai ressenti, c’était mon besoin
Il a été comblé.
J’ai trouvé un endroit accueillant, reposant, des êtres respectueux,
Une équipe de bénévoles inoubliable ! Des moines, moniales, résidents ...toujours à l'écoute.
Un premier séjour pour… read more
Il nous a cuisiné de délicieux repas végétariens et les autres bénévoles étaient ravis de l'aider en préparation ou au service.
Il s'occupait également du streaming des enseignements.
Pierre est un personne généreuse, honnête, avec un bon cœur. Il a toujours le mot pour rire… read more
She did the general help at first, cleaning and cooking, then she did the maintenance work.
She had the opportunity to put grooms on doors, she learnt fast and worked independently.
She got along with everybody here and brought good vibes in the centre ;-)
I totally recommend Aoife… read more
She is very efficient and careful doing the cooking and the cleaning among other tasks, which was very appreciated :-)
She even took care of the plants!
I totally recommend Sally, she can adapt very easily and she had great… read more
He helped us a lot doing the cleaning, cooking, and making rooms.
Emmanuel is very calm, down to earth and reliable. He a kind and generous person, always willing to give a ride for anyone who didn't have a car at the centre. He integrated easily in the community ; bringing laughters… read more
She stayed with us for two months and she quickly became involved in the centre, putting her whole energy into it.
She accepted the responsabality of giving the tasks to the volunteers and she helped us a lot.
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She was willing to do any tasks, from cooking to cleaning. She also helped us with the online classes.
She did a great job taking photos of the volunteers, and other people here. She was involved in a video project as well.
Thank you for your work, it is really appreciated :-)
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The volunteering is fair and well organized - different tasks are being handed out every morning where… read more
Mon séjour au château à été incroyable, et très enrichissant, et j'en ressort avec beaucoup de sagesse.
Je me suis senti très rapidement accueilli, sans aucun jugements, accepté comme je suis.… read more
Would recommend to anyone looking for a connection with the present.… read more
The work that I did at the center as a volunteer was not difficult and the food was absolutely great.
Talk with people in there and listen their opinions about life was, surely, my favorite part.
I wish you all the best and thank you… read more
The location is beautiful, a grand castle in the middle of the countryside next to a welcoming forest, this in itself is truly something to behold and a place i feel… read more
Thank you for your kindness Tiffany and for your participation to our project.
We… read more
Thank you so much Cheryl for your help and gentle presence at our Centre, we would love to have you… read more
The work is simple and easy, people care how you feel and what is enough.
We laughed a lot in meetings before work each day at 9 and 2 and I loved my walks or runs in the forest. A super place to escape the madness of modern day life.
I’d love to return or visit another… read more
This was more than what I expected to have, I spent a week there but I felt that I needed it, Sukha, Vallery, Mathew, David, Jacky & & & &, the list is too long.
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