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    This document provides guidelines for visitors volunteering at the Isha Yoga Center ashram. It recommends modest, traditional Indian clothing and packing lightly. New volunteers are asked to check in between 6-8 PM on their arrival date and will be given dormitory housing separated by gender. The daily schedule includes early morning spiritual practices and seva (selfless service) assignments. Some volunteers will participate in multi-day Devi Seva or Linga Seva programs involving additional spiritual practices and periods of silence. The guidelines aim to help volunteers fully benefit from their time at the ashram.

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    This document provides guidelines for visitors volunteering at the Isha Yoga Center ashram. It recommends modest, traditional Indian clothing and packing lightly. New volunteers are asked to check in between 6-8 PM on their arrival date and will be given dormitory housing separated by gender. The daily schedule includes early morning spiritual practices and seva (selfless service) assignments. Some volunteers will participate in multi-day Devi Seva or Linga Seva programs involving additional spiritual practices and periods of silence. The guidelines aim to help volunteers fully benefit from their time at the ashram.

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    This document provides guidelines for visitors volunteering at the Isha Yoga Center ashram. It recommends modest, traditional Indian clothing and packing lightly. New volunteers are asked to check in between 6-8 PM on their arrival date and will be given dormitory housing separated by gender. The daily schedule includes early morning spiritual practices and seva (selfless service) assignments. Some volunteers will participate in multi-day Devi Seva or Linga Seva programs involving additional spiritual practices and periods of silence. The guidelines aim to help volunteers fully benefit from their time at the ashram.

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    This document provides guidelines for visitors volunteering at the Isha Yoga Center ashram. It recommends modest, traditional Indian clothing and packing lightly. New volunteers are asked to check in between 6-8 PM on their arrival date and will be given dormitory housing separated by gender. The daily schedule includes early morning spiritual practices and seva (selfless service) assignments. Some volunteers will participate in multi-day Devi Seva or Linga Seva programs involving additional spiritual practices and periods of silence. The guidelines aim to help volunteers fully benefit from their time at the ashram.

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    Ashram

    Guidelines
    Welcome

    We are delighted to welcome you to the Isha


    Yoga Center for Ashram Volunteering. Ashram
    Volunteering is an opportunity to spend some
    time in the Isha Yoga Center with the intention
    of transforming yourself.
    During your stay you will be in the presence of
    several consecrated spaces such as Dhyanalinga,
    Linga Bhairavi, and Adiyogi Alayam, as well as
    sharing the space with brahmacharis (monks),
    ashram volunteers, and guests.

    In order to help you make the most out of your


    visit, and also help prepare you for your journey,
    a simple set of guidelines and other useful
    information has been compiled here.

    In love, light and laughter,


    Volunteers Reception Office (VRO)
    Guidelines

    1. Clothing Etiquette:
    Traditional Indian clothing style is modest. So
    both men and women are requested to bring
    clothing that covers the shoulders, midriff,
    and knees at all times. Proper attire includes
    ankle-length pants and long shirts that cover
    the upper arms and thighs. (No Capris / Shorts /
    Sleeveless / Transparent Clothing). Please avoid
    tight clothes such as T-shirts and jeans – both
    for your own comfort and as a sign of respect
    for the local culture.
    Recommended clothes:

    Gents:
    Long kurtas
    with pants,
    panchakacham,
    veshti

    Ladies:
    Salwar kameez,
    churidars, sarees,
    traditional full-
    length skirts, kurta
    with pants
    Kindly note that wearing a T-shirt and track
    pants is only allowed during Sadhana or while
    sleeping. During your Seva, we request that
    you adhere to the traditional/formal clothing
    guidelines mentioned above.
    2. Luggage:
    Participants are advised
    to pack light and only
    carry essentials so as to
    make the best use of the
    limited luggage space in
    the designated stay areas.
    (1 Suitcase + 1 Backpack)

    What to pack:
    Govt ID proof
    5 to 6 sets of clothing (Cotton clothes or
    anything comfortable that adheres to the above
    clothing guidelines)
    Blankets, toiletries and regular medications, if any
    Please bring an umbrella or a raincoat and
    sufficient warm clothing
    Mosquito repellent
    Yoga mat
    Wristwatch (mandatory if you are going
    into silence)

    Make sure that all these fit into one suitcase


    and one backpack only. Other items like
    toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, washing powder,
    and other essentials are available in the
    departmental store.
    Please do not carry any valuables. You can bring a
    lock to secure your suitcase and belongings.

    3. Check-in:
    Please plan your arrival to the ashram only
    on the approved arrival date. You can reach
    the ashram between 6 AM and 8 PM. (If you
    are arriving before 8:30 AM, kindly inform
    us at least 24 hours in advance.) You can
    complete the check-in at Welcome Point – VRO.
    Accommodation is provided within Isha Yoga
    Center. Volunteers will share a dormitory with
    common bath and toilet facilities. Men and
    women will be given separate accommodation.

    4. Checkout:
    While checking
    out of the stay
    area, kindly empty
    your locker and
    return the key to
    the VRO Reception. Please inform us about
    your departure at least 24 hours prior.
    Please DO NOT leave behind items in the
    locker or luggage in the room upon departure
    or after checkout under any circumstances.
    Any unattended items will be donated.
    5. Schedule:
    Ashram Volunteering schedule is as follows.
    4:45 AM – Wake up time
    5:30 AM – Guru Pooja and practices
    8:30 AM – Finish your practices and go for seva in
    the respective area
    9:30 PM – Bedtime
    Maintain silence after 9:30 PM until 4:45 AM
    (Lights off, no mobile phone usage, no talking, etc.)

    5. Devi Seva / Linga Seva:


    On the first day of Linga Seva or Devi Seva, there
    will be a meeting to share further details. All
    participants are required to attend it.
    Devi Seva starts with 3 days of silence after the
    meeting.
    Linga Seva starts with 1 day of silence after the
    meeting.
    During Silence Sadhana, please carry your
    wristwatch.
    Participants cannot attend any other program
    during their Linga Seva / Devi Seva.
    “Volunteering is a way of
    making your life a process of
    willingness. Not just willing to
    do this or that – simply willing.
    Having no will of your own, you
    shall become available to the
    very power of creation.”

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