Work exchange in India: Research Assistant at Yoga institute in Pu...

What you offer

10h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.

Additional Fee: This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 350

One time

Fee pays for

Benefits for travelers

Materials for volunteer activities

Donation to project

Description

As an Indian government-accredited yoga institute, we require volunteers to complete a 15-day certified Yoga Volunteer course. This offers authentic yoga training and opens global career paths. It also serves as guru dakshina—a traditional way to show gratitude—helping students respect their surroundings, support the yoga center's operations, and engage in its social activities. https://www.swastiyogacenter.com/community/

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

Namaste We are a team of yogis and doctors, who work for spreading the true spirit of yoga! Our center is an Indian government accredited yoga training center. Work- Volunteer Research Assistant, collaborate to conduct literature reviews, develop research proposals, design studies, collect and analyze data, and contribute to the writing and publication of research papers.

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Requirements

Beginner English
Between 18 and 45 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Be from outside India

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Talk to those who have lived the experience

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15 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

12 Meeting locals
11 Immersing in the local culture
10 Developing social awareness
8 Creating true social impact
6 Learning about sustainability
6 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

11 3. Good health and well-being
6 13. Climate action
4 5. Gender equality
3 12. Responsible consumption and production
2 11. Sustainable cities and communities
2 17. Partnerships for the goals

Rodan

Jordan

Namaste!❤️ I spent three beautiful weeks with this amazing family at the hostel, where we practiced yoga daily and studied its philosophy through personal sessions🧘‍♀️❤️ This experience enriched me with a deeper understanding of Indian culture, something I could've never gained otherwise. 🪷 Very clean and the food is delicious! They welcomed me beyond what I ever imagined and taught me the true meaning of Karma Yoga. 🙏🙏 Thank you, beautiful family. Now I know for sure that I'll always have a home in India. See you again soon!

about 1 month ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Dear Dr. Rodan,
Namaste from Bharat (India )

Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review. We are deeply touched by your words and grateful that you chose Swasti Yoga Center for your Level 1 Yoga Protocol Instructor journey.

It's inspiring to see medical professionals like you embracing yoga with such passion and integrating it into holistic healing. Best wishes for all your future endeavors.

With love and respect,
Dr. Vikas Chothe & the Swasti Yoga Family

Azariah

United States

I had a beautiful stay at the hostel where I was taken in by a loving family and given extensive lesson on the history and tradition of yoga. I was able to fully immerse into the culture through temple visits, community outreach events, college tours and fun retreats while also connecting with the family during birthday celebrations, special trips and everyday life. We shared many laughs, meals and memories together. I wouldn't trade this experience for the world, and would highly recommend to anyone with an open and curious heart.

about 1 year ago

Dr. Vikas replied

Dear Azariah, your kind words mean the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you but this time with your family too! Also may be in Brazil next year. Who knows :)

Nerea

Spain

I had an incredible time with the hostel, they have a wonderful team. They took me in like family and I will be forever grateful for their care and time. I definitely recommend this place.

about 1 year ago

Ana Cristina

Brazil

Amazing experience! The teachers are compassionate, have lots of knowledge, and are willing to share everything and make a family out of all the students. I learned more than just asanas, but about all the philosophy behind it, giving me tools to deal better with situations in my life. You'll get the complete Indian experience, as they welcome you into their family wholeheartedly! The field trips are always super interesting, and you'll get a deep understanding of India. Thank you very much for everything, the hostel family! <3

over 1 year ago

Maria Augusta

Brazil

My time in the hostel was great! Everyone from the family is lovely and they do everything in their power to guarantee you feel good and adapted. Here you can really experience the reality of an Indian family, learn about their culture, religion, rituals, food, and of course, the philosophy of Yoga. The practice goes beyond the Asanas, it's about the exchange of thoughts about life, well-being and the whole Universe. I had a lot of time to study, practice and write. I also helped their daughter with her studies, made videos&pics, wrote articles and translated a book. Family, obrigada! Lots of love

over 1 year ago

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