Live, practice & serve in an intentional yogic community in the Southern India

  • Last activity : 23 Feb 2026

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Namaste 🙏🏻
    There is a silence that speaks louder than words.
    It is an intentional spiritual community and yoga sanctuary nestled in the quiet village of Wargal, Telangana (approx 1 hr from Hyderabad city).

    It is surrounded by farmlands, temples, and a remote village life amidst nature. It is off the tourist trail and deeply rooted in the ancient yogic principle of Swadhyaya (the practice of conscious self-inquiry), It exists as a living experiment in intentional, mindful living.

    Each season, we invite a small number of dedicated volunteers who are rooted in conscious living, yogic philosophy, ayurveda, meditative or spiritual practices.. Not only to help us, but to live with us, practice with us, and become part of our evolving community.

    We are a growing holistic wellness and sadhana space created for those who feel called to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover themselves through yogic living.
    Our days are shaped by:
    + Daily yoga and meditation (sadhana)
    + Community meals (simple, sattvic, vegan) and shared responsibilities
    + Retreats focused on deep inner transformation (inner work, sound healing, ice baths, mud therapy, and self-inquiry
    + Periods of silence and reflection

    A Day at our place:
    + Mornings begin with your sadhana/yoga and meditation
    + Shared breakfast in silence or gentle conversation
    + Meaningful contributions during the day (media & communications, admin, research, farm, kitchen, retreat prep, space care, community building, etc.)
    + Afternoons with lighter rhythms, learning, rest, or personal practice
    + Evenings may include meditation, chanting, sound healing, or community circles
    + Nights are quiet, grounded, and deeply restful

    What You’ll Receive:
    + Comfortable shared accommodation with three nourishing, vegetarian, sattvic meals daily
    + Wi-Fi available (suitable for remote workers and digital nomads)
    + Deep exposure to Swadhyaya (self-study) as a lived practice
    + Participation in selected sound healing, mud therapy, and retreat sessions
    + Space to heal from burnout, transitions, or life questions
    + A profound recalibration of how you live, eat, move, and relate

    Many volunteers describe their time here as life-resetting. But, Volunteering with us is not a vacation. It is a conscious life experience.

    It is best suited for:
    - Seekers on a path of inner growth or spiritual inquiry
    - Yoga practitioners (beginners to advanced) who want to live yoga
    - Individuals comfortable with simplicity, nature, and silence

    Specific volunteering requirements:
    1. Sadhak/Practitioner/Facilitator - Trained/Skilled in yoga, inner work, art, healing, meditative and energy practices, etc.
    2. Anchor/Creator - Skilled in communication, research, content creation, and social media management (preferred - a sadhak/practitioner of yoga, meditation or inner work)

    We follow an ashram-style living, adapted for modern seekers.
    If you are ready to slow down, live intentionally, and journey inward.. we would love to welcome you home. 🙏

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Charity work
    Self development
    Blogging
    Cooking & food
    Gardening
    Farming
    Sustainability
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Videography
    Plant care
    Writing
    Performing arts
    Photography
    Art & design
    Yoga / Wellness
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are located next to the charming village of Wargal, home to a beautiful ancient Saraswati (Goddess of wisdom) temple. We’re happy to take you on a village walk to experience local life and culture, and introduce you to scenic treks in the surrounding hills and countryside.

    Travellers here also have ample time for introspection, spiritual sadhana, and soaking in the meditative vibes of the farm. You’ll enjoy wholesome vegan food, deep connection with nature, and you will have access to retreats and workshops if they happen during your stay.

    What you receive at this place goes far beyond accommodation, meals, and experience.
    Through daily yoga, meditation, mindful work, and simple community living, volunteers often leave with a lived yogic practice, deeper self-awareness through Swadhyaya (self-study), and renewed clarity after periods of burnout or transition.

    Life here offers space to slow down, reconnect with the body and breath, and experience rural Indian village life from within. Depending on your role and length of stay, you may gain retreat facilitation experience, creative or community leadership skills, and the rare opportunity to learn directly within a functioning spiritual retreat space.

    Most leave with something quieter but lasting.. a grounded mind, a softened nervous system, and a deeper relationship with themselves.

    If you feel spiritually aligned and drawn to this space, we’d love to connect.

  • Help

    Help

    We occasionally welcome individuals into anchor roles. These are positions of trust that support the heart of our retreats, community, and expression. These roles are for those who feel ready to hold space, lead with humility, and live yoga beyond the mat.

    REQUIRED ROLES:

    🧘‍♀️ Retreat & Community Facilitator (The Space Holder) -
    This role is for someone who naturally holds space, senses group energy, and can gently coordinate the many moving parts of retreat life, without needing control.

    You become the bridge between:
    - The founder & teachers
    - Retreat participants
    - Volunteers & daily operations

    You help ensure that retreats flow smoothly, the community feels held, and the essence of It is embodied in every interaction.

    What You’ll Be Facilitating:
    - Daily retreat flow and schedules
    - Welcoming and orienting retreat participants
    - Supporting yoga, meditation, and healing sessions
    - Coordinating volunteer contributions during retreats
    - Holding presence during transitions (arrivals, departures, silence periods)
    - Assisting with circles, reflections, and closing rituals
    - Being a calm, grounded point of contact for participants

    This Role Is For:
    + Someone with experience in yoga, retreats, wellness, or community spaces
    + Naturally calm, emotionally intelligent, and observant
    + Comfortable holding silence and intensity
    + Able to sense group dynamics and respond intuitively
    + Willing to take responsibility without ego

    Commitment:
    Minimum stay: 6 to 12 weeks
    Best suited for those open to longer immersion
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    📸 Retreat Anchoring, Media & Communications Facilitator (Storyteller)
    THis is deeply experiential.. and this role exists to translate the invisible into form.
    You help share the spirit of our place with the world through content, presence, and communication, while remaining rooted in stillness and integrity.
    This role blends creative expression with spiritual sensitivity.

    What You’ll Be Creating & Holding:
    + Capturing photos and videos during retreats and daily life
    + Writing captions, stories, and reflections aligned with our voice
    + Anchoring retreats as an MC or as a gentle guide
    + Supporting communication with future participants, facilitators, etc.
    + Helping document retreats, volunteer life, and community moments

    This Role Is For:
    - Someone skilled in content creation, storytelling, media, or communications
    - Comfortable being visible without making it about themselves
    - Sensitive to sacred spaces and retreat energy
    - Able to balance creativity with silence

    Commitment:
    Minimum stay: 6 to 12 weeks
    Ideal for those seeking depth + creative expression

    NOTE: volunteering avenues/roles are not titles. They are mirrors.

    ✉️ How to Apply (Please Read Carefully)
    To ensure alignment, please include the following in your message:
    - Begin your message with “Namaste”

    Share your answer to these questions:
    - What does Swadhyaya (self-study) mean to you in this season of your life?
    - Any relevant experience (yoga, wellness, farming, community living, or simply a willingness to learn)
    - Which role you feel called to (and why)
    - Your available dates and intended length of stay

    Applications that show self-awareness, depth, and sincerity will be prioritised.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Hindi: Fluent
    Telugu: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We offer a tents/shared, cozy dormitory room (based on availability) with common bathrooms, along with three wholesome meals a day, and access to a shared kitchen if you’d like to cook your own meals. We also have private tents available for those who enjoy being closer to nature.

    Please note: during our retreats (which usually take place once or twice a month), our private rooms are often booked for participants. At those times, we offer shared accommodation in a triple-sharing room or tent stay, so flexibility is appreciated.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    This is not a destination.. it is a practice.
    Life here is simple, quiet, and intentional. Days unfold slowly. Silence is respected. Work is done mindfully.
    We host only a small number of volunteers at a time to preserve the integrity of the space and the depth of the experience.

    If you feel a quiet yes to experience this place while reading this, we invite you to listen to it.
    🙏

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have fast high speed internet and common room with a library and ample desks.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Enough parking space.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Ducks

Host ref number: 344129427798

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A rustic, open-air hut with a slanted, leaf-covered roof sits under shady trees. Inside, a red mat with blue cushions invites outdoor relaxation and gatherings.
This circular, open-walled structure features wooden pillars, a high conical roof, seating steps, green cushions, white mats, and a decorative centerpiece, ideal for group gatherings or meditation.
A beautifully adorned Lord Shiva statue sits in meditation. Surrounded by marigold garlands, oil lamps, flowers, and water, creating a serene and spiritual ambiance.
The image shows a serene lobby area with curved wooden benches, a round table, brass lamps, pendant lights, and a sign reading "Mounam" on the wall.
A large, ancient banyan tree with sprawling branches and aerial roots stands in a green garden. Small pots and a painted altar sit at its base.
This image shows a simple, clean bedroom with a single wooden bed, white linens, large windows, folded blankets, and a view of green trees outside.

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