Volunteer in France at a Retreat Center

• Exchange hours per day
  5
• Accomodation Provided
  Yes
• Meals Included
  Yes
• Types of Help & Learning Opportunities
  Gardening & Planting, General Maintenance, House Help, Kitchen & Bar Help, Yoga Teaching or Learning

About Sadhaka Retreat Center:

Sadhaka is a retreat center in France dedicated to personal growth through creative courses, tantra sessions, and dance events. The center was founded by Chandra Benjamins, an art teacher, tantra therapist, and Lomi Lomi masseur, and Wim Molinello, a yoga and tantra instructor.

In 2004, Chandra and Wim relocated from the Netherlands to France. They initially lived in a community, from which Sadhaka evolved into its current form. Since then, they have been hosting Tantra Yoga courses, Art Weeks, and Yoga and Creative Combination Weeks every July and August in central France. Over the years, additional teachers have joined, offering retreats like Johan Raaimakers’ Tantra Massage training, the Tantra Festival, and a Conscious Dance event.

Although Chandra and Wim are no longer a couple, their friendship remains strong, and Sadhaka continues to thrive as a place where people come together for inspiration and personal growth.

Volunteer in France at a Retreat Opportunity:

Dates:

Arrival Options: July 10, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16, August 30
Departure Options: July 29, August 5, August 12, August 30, September 6

Volunteer Program:

Duration: 2 to 2.5 weeks
Team: 15-18 volunteers
Schedule: 7 days a week, 5 hours a day
Shifts: Fixed shift for 6 consecutive days, changeover day weekly
Tasks: Breakfast and lunch preparation, assisting the cook, kitchen service, handyman tasks, gardening, bread making, shopping, and various household tasks
Flexibility: Tasks and shifts are adjusted weekly based on preferences and team consultation

Additional Activities: Daily yoga classes, evening activities, co-creation within the team

Special Week: August 30 to September 6

Activities: Breaking down tents, cleaning, replacing furniture

What Sadhaka Offers:

Inspiring environment, transformative space
Free stay, meals, and access to yoga classes and evening activities
Accommodation: Campsite (own tent/caravan) or rent a Sadhaka tent/caravan (€175 with bed linen)
No travel allowance, but hitchhike mediation available

Volunteer Profile:

Age: 23-60
Traits: Healthy, enthusiastic, independent, hospitable
Tasks: Assist with meals, maintain cleanliness, participate in yoga classes
Location: Le Moulin, nature, swimming pond, beautiful venue

Responsibilities:

Mental and physical fitness required
Sign a voluntary agreement
€100 deposit (refunded after agreed working period)
Insurance: Health, risk, or travel insurance needed

Contact Details

Exchange Type

• Home for Time

Regions

• France

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