Thrive Retreats

Volunteer at Thrive Retreats – Nature, Simplicity & Soulful Living

Join us in the peaceful bushland of Colo Heights, about 40 minutes from Richmond Station (pickup available on Thursdays). Thrive Retreats is a small, heart-led yoga and wellness space, perfect for anyone seeking stillness, purpose, and meaningful contribution.

This experience suits you if you’re:
• A digital nomad, creative, or solo traveler on a personal growth path
• Independent, humble, and happy with nature and quiet days
• Comfortable with shared meals, simple living, and being in a remote location.

What you’ll do:
• 20 hrs/week, Wednesday to Sunday
Hours:
10am–1pm: Help out
1–2pm: Lunch
2–3pm: Help out
Days off: Monday & Tuesday
Tasks: Gardening, composting, food prep, cleaning, laundry, light gardening, and guest room setup
Extras: Optional yoga or music in the mornings

What’s included:
• Shared accommodation
• Shared vegetarian meals. During the retreat you’ll have access to freshly made delicious meals. In between retreats you’ll be able to enjoy leftovers or use fresh produce to whip up your own meals.
• Retreat meals are vegetarian and wholesome, and we keep the camp kitchen stocked with fresh produce/dry goods for your own cooking. If you have any special requests/dietary requirements you may need to buy these yourself.
• Outdoor camp kitchen & communal bathroom.
• Access to yoga classes when not on shift.
• Space for your own practice or creative projects.
• Peaceful walking trails and beautiful nature.
• Plenty of places to unwind or practice yoga 🧘‍♀️

Important:
• No alcohol
• No drugs (even off duty)
• Calm, respectful energy — not a social/backpacker vibe

If you’re looking for a quiet, creative reset in nature, we’d love to welcome you.

We’re a small team led by Athil and Natalie — grounded, creative, and committed to holding a space that feels real, intentional, and quietly powerful. Athil brings a thoughtful, steady energy and a love for meaningful work, while Natalie is a warm, experienced yoga teacher who leads retreats at Thrive. With over a decade of teaching, she brings insight and presence that many of our volunteers find inspiring. We welcome people who feel aligned with our values of simplicity, service, mindfulness, and mutual respect. The property itself is peaceful and a little magical.