DIY projects and animal care in our Yoga school and retreat in Ioannina, Greece

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  Descripción

  Hello out there!
  
  Namaste from our lovely team and our serene corner of the world in beautiful, historical Ioannina in the North-West part of Greece! We are thrilled to invite like-minded individuals to join us as volunteers / karma yogis at our Hostel & Retreat and Yoga school.
  
  About Us:
  We are nicely nestled in the heart of Ioannina, our space is a unique fusion of a tranquil yoga retreat, yoga school and yoga teacher training center, that operates as a yoga hostel as well. Half of our space is a city yoga retreat where yogis and travelers from all around the world come together to explore the path of wellness, mindfulness, and community living. The other half is our yoga school, a dedicated space for yoga enthusiasts also travelling the globe, seeking to deepen their practice through teacher training courses, but also a beacon of yogic wisdom and practice welcoming all our local students for daily classes all year long!
  
  
  Meet our lovely team
  
  Thina - Yoga teacher and owner / founder
  A cyclist travelling nomad herself, fell in love with Ioannina when cycling on a journey that would take her from the Netherlands to Asia in 2017 and decided to make this city her home, opening her own yoga school and retreat here.
  Being the driving force behind the serene atmosphere you'll experience, Thina has poured her passion for yoga and holistic living into every corner of our space. Her commitment to the transformative power of yoga infuses our community with a sense of purpose and well-being.
  
  Giannis - Cook, yoga student and trainee and assistant manager
  Giannis firstly came two years ago to join classes and deepen his knowledge as a practitioner and future yoga teacher as well. Nowadays he is our main cook and assisting in managing the retreat's daily tasks as well. Giannis brings a unique blend of knowledge and warmth, ensuring that our guests and students feel welcomed and supported throughout their journey. His love for yoga and commitment to fostering a nurturing environment make him an invaluable member of our team.
  
  Rex - Our lovely dog - He is just pure love!
  And then there's Rex, our lovable 13-year-old dog who holds a special place in our hearts. Rex, our Zen yoga dog, spent the first ten years of his life as a stray before finding a home with us. For the past three years, Rex has been the heart and soul of our space and yoga family and the stories you are going to hear about him around the city are incredible as he is one of the most known stray dogs in Ioannina, wandering the streets of the city for so long. His name was given by the local people so meeting him it's gonna be a highlight of your stay with us for sure! Now, Rex enjoys his well-deserved days of walks, long sleeps and rest, play, and, most importantly, the affectionate bonds he forms with everyone who meets him.
  
  Together, we are trying to create a space where individuals from all walks of life can come together to embrace the transformative journey of yoga and mindful eco living, Infusing our space with passion, purpose, and a deep love for the yogic way of life. We welcome you to join our team, getting to know you as you share your own travel story and life experiences with us!
  
  Namaste!

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Proyectos artísticos

  Práctica de idiomas

  Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos

  Enseñanza

  Jardinería

  Construcción y bricolaje

  Cuidado de animales

  Cocinar para toda la familia

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento general
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  You will be staying at the enchanting city of Ioannina, where cultural richness meets natural beauty, and every corner whispers tales of the past. Located in the mountainous province of Epirus, Ioannina was once celebrated as the "Capital of Enlightenment'' and it offers a unique setting for travelling. It is a vibrant student city and touristic historical place as well.
  
  
  What you can learn:
  You can explore the rich history preserved in the old city's architecture, the Ioannina Castle, and the ancient Perama Cave. Ioannina is the city of Silversmithing! You can blend with the locals and engage with local traditions, folklore, and learn about the city's vibrant past.
  We are surrounded by breathtaking nature! Within an hour you can be in the seaside, rafting down a river, hike a mountain trail, walking the Vikos gorge, swim within a waterfall or natural spring lake like Louros and Zaravina, and explore the Pindus national park.
  You can enjoy living like a yogi: We designed our space as a yoga retreat for simplicity, peace, and tranquility. Living with us can enrich your yoga practice as you can learn so much from our daily yoga classes, living in a yogic community. and help us run our hostel. You can explore beyond the city borders! It feels like travelling back in time when you visit the nearby ancient sites like Dodoni ancient oracle, Kastritsa citatel, old monasteries, charming villages, breathtaking landscapes, and the mystical depths of Perama Cave.
  
  Your stay in Ioannina promises not just having the experience and being a part of volunteering in an urban yoga retreat but can offer a multi-cultural exchange, to enrich your travelling experiences.

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  Ayuda

  Our volunteers are offering their help for a max of 4 to 5 hours a day. Here are a few ways that you could help us out during your stay:
  
  House Cooking:
  We are in search of a culinary wizard who can weave magic in the kitchen. If you have a passion for preparing delicious vegan and vegetarian meals that we can share together that align with the sattvic lifestyle, your help will be priceless as this is a skill we are always looking for to people volunteering with us. Experience in vegan and vegetarian cuisine is highly desirable if you are a travelling yoga cook, and a flair for combining flavors to create delightful, wholesome dishes to share together!
  
  Art & DIY Projects:
  Engage in exciting DIY projects, especially during the Spring and Summer months. This includes maintaining our urban roof terrace and tending to our plants to create a little roof garden. For this year we are planning on painting our balconies, two bathrooms and having a beautiful graffiti at the main entrance of our building. Your building, maintenance and art skills will be appreciated and useful.
  
  Walks & playtime with Rex:
  Rex deserves all the love and attention. If you're a dog lover who enjoys taking leisurely strolls, you can help us out with Rex as we want to make sure that he gets his daily walks hanging out in the sun as a lazy dog often. Spending quality time taking him for walks when needed is a great help too.
  
  Help us out with our daily cleaning around the house!
  You can assist us with daily cleaning chores around the house to keep our space clean and tidy.

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas hablados
  Greek: Fluido
  Inglés: Fluido

  Este anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
  Dutch, Korean
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  Alojamiento

  You will be staying in our lovely yogic Ganesha 4-bed dormitory with a shared bathroom and two daily vegan/vegetarian meals (Lunch / Dinner) and free access to our daily classes. During winter our spaces are heated to 19 degrees constantly and during Summer the dormitory has a fan. It also has access to a shared balcony with a little table and chairs and urban view towards Mitsikeli mountain and Pamvotida Lake. You will be able to do your laundry, ironing and drying in our spaces for free using our washing machine and dryer and have unlimited internet access. You can use our hostel's linen and towels to keep your bunk-bed fresh, and use our kitchen's cupboards and fridge for your extra food and snacks. We provide all the food for you to cook our shared lunch and dinner :-)

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  Algo más...

  Historical Marvels in the Heart of Ioannina:
  Our place is situated in the city center at the borders with the old part of the town. The architecture within the castle's walls reflects the city's vibrant past, and awesome views, overlooking the city, and the city's jewel, Pamvotida lake.
  
  The lakeside pathway, shaded by ancient plane trees, invites for afternoon lazy walks where you can take a boat ride to the "Nisaki" island, and visit the Ali Pasha museum and walk the whole round of the island within 40 minutes.
  
  Around and beyond Ioannina's Borders:
  Nearby wonderful places worth visiting are the ancient oracle of Dodoni, the picturesque town of Metsovo, the charming villages of Zagorochoria, the awe-inspiring Vikos Gorge, and the breathtaking 1.500.000-year-old Perama Cave. Ioannina's strategic location also serves as a gateway to popular Greek summer destinations like Lefkada and Corfu islands, as well as beaches of Parga, Syvota, and Preveza for a Summer swim.
  
  While in Ioannina you can rent a bike and easily go around the city although it very easy to explore walking. Local buses can easily take you to the furthest points of the city and everything you need for shopping etc, it is within a one minute walking distance from our place. You can always join us when we go by car outside the city for shopping or to explore further whenever we go on day-trips with our students!

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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  We have two connections that you can choose to connect and work from. We are teaching classes online so our internet connection is suitable for the ones travelling and working remotely. The guest kitchen and our lounge or your room are places that you can access and work from online.

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  ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

  Uno

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  Horas esperadas

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week