Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia

We are a Buddhist community and charity based in the gorgeous Dandenong Ranges. We have beautiful gardens and are surrounded by longer hikes through the national park and surrounds. The environment is very tranquil and restful, and is perfect for meditation and contemplation.

The help required varies from cooking, gardening, maintenance, cleaning and helping with accommodation. We also have various projects that you could get involved in at particular times.

If you have particular skills we would love to know. Although the work is not always strenuous you will need to be reasonably fit and active to come on a volunteering visit.

In your free time, there are many ways to relax including enjoying the grounds and local tourist sites. You can go for long bush walks in the Dandenong Ranges.

As a volunteer, you are welcome to join any of the evening or weekend meditation classes running.

You are welcome to join us for the daily prayers we hold in our meditation room.

What we have to offer is varied and provides a perfect opportunity to experience the warm and friendly Buddhist way of life first hand.

Volunteers are from all over the world - have the chance to meet many new people and make lasting friendships! Also you will have the opportunity to learn about Buddhism and meditation and how to keep a peaceful mind. We are based in the Dandenong Ranges which is a top tourist destination for those in Melbourne with lots of nature and attractions. Volunteers can help with cooking community meals, household chores, cleaning, sorting, building work, gardening - it depends on what is needed at the time.

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Construcción y Reparación Jardinería Mano de Cocina Trabajo Social

Yarra Ranges Shire, Australia

Reseñas

5.0
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Anfitrión y equipo

5.0

Horas y tareas

5.0

Hostal

5.0

Aprendizaje y diversión

5.0

Italia

5

Stay at the KMCA is a must. I had an amazing time there, the surroundings are breath taking, and I’d have stayed longer if I hadn’t have other plans already made. The working hours are ok, and well spread during the day. The tasks are very straight forward, but in any case Sam, and the other guys at the community are more than happy to help. As a cherry on the cake, while there I also got the opportunity to partecipare to meditation classes. So, highly recommended indeed!

hace 1 mes

Canadá

5

My experience in Dandenong Range was beautiful, peaceful, and joyful.

There are places where you just feel good; this is one of them.

The team is great, and other volunteers make the stay so enjoyable.

I had a lot of fun working with others, cooking, sharing meals and conversations.

Sam has great leadership, and it’s always pleasant working with her in the kitchen. We also helped with cleaning, rooms, and other small projects.

I’d recommend this to anyone seeking a mindful and slower pace of life, outside of the usual distractions

Thank you so much!

hace 2 meses

Canadá

5

Peaceful and insightful stay. The team and regulars at the temple were very welcoming and kind. The position was exactly as described on the app. A beautiful place to slow down, help out, and connect within. Come and experience it for yourself — you won’t regret it! 🧘‍♀️

hace 2 meses

Holanda

5

I had a very good time at KMCA.
Beautiful garden! Facilities are nice and clean. Lots of time to discover the surrounding.
The work was either in the garden, cleaning, or helping out in the kitchen. Sometimes the expectations of management were not completely clear, this could have been avoided by more communication.
It's a good spot to learn about the Buddhist lifestyle.

hace 3 meses

Israel

5

I had the most amazing time in the monastery! The daily chores were surprisingly fun, especially when done with friends. The environment is very social- you get to meet other international volunteers.

After the work is done ya’ll can join the Dharma talks, which I found incredibly insightful, plus the surrounding area is beautiful for hikes on your days off.

So if you're interested in learning a bit about Buddhism and have fun while volunteering, I highly recommend applying for it!

hace 4 meses

Judy respondido

Thanks Michael we also enjoyed having you stay with us. Thanks for all the hard work you put in, especially with the pesky tents! All the best for the rest of your travels

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Contacto con la naturaleza

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Yoga / Meditación

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