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.

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Help with Housekeeping & Meals at Thrive Retreats

Nettoyage Entretien ménager Aide en cuisine Cuisine

Hawkesbury City Council, Australie

Avis

5.0
(20 avis)20

Personnel et hôte

5.0

Heures et tâches

5.0

Auberge

5.0

Apprentissage et plaisir

5.0

Pays-Bas

5

Athil and Natalie created a beautiful tranquil space in the midst of the forest. Perfect if you want to go back to basic and experience a remote lifestyle. I was working remotely and have to say that for me, this took away from being able to completely immerse myself in nature and the space they created. I would recommend staying there without having to work. Besides that, it was very relaxed and I forgot the busy outside world completely. That was totally worth it! 🌲🍀🐓🧘🏼‍♀️

il y a 17 jours

Norvège

5

I had a great time at thrive retreat! So kind and loving people, the other volunteers made the experience so good! Athil and Natalie are so kind and open, the food and accommodation was amazing! No complaints, just a good learning experience and a good time to evolve my own mindset.

il y a 25 jours

États-Unis

5

Volunteering at Thrive Retreats with Athil was an incredible experience. The days were filled with great food, meeting other amazing volunteers, and a strong sense of community that made the work feel meaningful. Being able to participate in the retreat sessions was such a gift and added so much to the experience that I will take with me forever.

Athil is a truly special leader who listens deeply and goes out of his way to support your goals and dreams. The environment he created was warm, thoughtful, and uplifting. This was by far my best experience in Australia.

il y a 25 jours

États-Unis

5

It was an absolute blessing to volunteer with Athil and his team at thrive retreats. The work was easy at times and more demanding at others, but Athil always checks in and makes sure the demanding work isn’t too much to handle. The food was absolutely amazing! One downside is sometimes the power goes out and since it is in a rural area it can take a bit before it comes back on. I loved my experience at thrive retreats and would 100% do it again!

il y a 25 jours

Danemark

5

I stayed at Thrive for 10 days in the beautiful bushland in Colo Heights near the blue mountains! The place is an unpolished diamond in the making: beautiful, authentic, grounding and welcoming. Athil & Nathalie are very kind and good people. Yarras cooking is healthy & delicious and fulfilling. The volunteers have plenty of time to bond and explore in leisure time. When room for it, volunteers where invited into meditation and yoga sessions with guests. Work was reasonable and my interests were met, making my contribution a joy. Thanks for letting me join Thrive sending 🫶🏼 until next time.

il y a environ 1 mois

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