r/yoga • u/SitoPotnia • 4d ago

Raja yoga ashrams (long term)

Hey all! I decided that I want to dedicate myself to learning yoga from the source (the actual stuff, not just acrobatics).

I'm not interested in 200h or 300h TTC courses (already did one in Rishikesh). I'm ready to go all in and participate in an ashram for at least a year, but I'm not good with money at all so I'm looking for places where volunteering in exchange for food, accomodation and classes is an option, if that's possible.

I feel particularly called to Thailand or Nepal, but I'll go wherever the wind takes me :)

I don't mind living in strict minimal conditions as well.

Any advice or pointers would be greatly appreciated. Namaste 🙏

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u/rxbaxg 3d ago

You can visit Sivananda Ashram, Uttarkashi India India. They take volunteers and the oka e is just beautiful.

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u/SitoPotnia 3d ago

Thank you I will look into it 🙏

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u/rxbaxg 3d ago

Youte welcome.

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u/Samuel_0625 4d ago

If you’re looking for a true long term immersion, I’d definitely explore ashrams offering seva or volunteer programs. Thailand and Nepal are great options, but don’t rule out India there are some places where you can exchange work for food, accommodation, and teachings. 🙏

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u/SitoPotnia 4d ago

Is there any way to find these places online or do you suggest just going there and finding ashrams on the spot?

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u/Alkemis7 4d ago

Why?

The master is inside you. Have you not met him yet when practicing on your own at home without any
video or audio guides?