Karma Yoga Program
Sivananda Yoga Ranch
Interested in serving others?
Karma Yoga, or selfless service, is the first of the Four Paths of Yoga, and according to the great yogis like Swami Sivananda, it is the foundation on which all Yogic practice are based.
Our Karma Yoga program is a great opportunity to be a part of the worldwide, Sivananda organization, that extends the world over. We are a global community of practitioners looking to do good in the world, deepen their practice, and live for something bigger than ourselves.
Come experience the unique gifts of Karma Yoga. Cultivate lasting friendships. Observe the transformation that comes with selfless service.
Serve. Love. Give. Purify. Meditate. Realize.
The Yoga of Selfless Service
What is Karma Yoga?
Karma Yoga is the practice of selfless service—acting purely out of kindness without expecting reward. By directing our efforts toward helping others, we bring out the very best in ourselves.
Serving without expecting anything in return naturally dissolves ego, anger, and selfishness. We gain a broader perspective on life and form deeper, meaningful connections with others.
Community
The Yoga Ranch is a welcoming space to practice the teachings of Karma Yoga. Join a supportive community and dedicated staff to deepen your yoga practice, learn new skills, open your heart, and enjoy various free programs.Open to everyone! No yoga experience is needed—only a desire to serve and an eagerness to learn.
” Selfless service is the only way to remove the impurities lurking in the mind.”
– Swami Sivananada
A Peek In
Beautiful Surroundings
Joining a Community
Our Lineage & Tradition
Work Study & Karma Yoga
Serving at the Yoga Ranch while studying what classical Yoga has to offer can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Whether you come for a short time or an extended stay, participating in the community both spiritually and physically helps with the upkeep of the Yoga Ranch and also helps to foster and deepen the values instilled by a Yogic lifestyle.
Work Study Program
What is Expected:
- Daily Service: Contribute up to 5 hours of ashram service each day.
- Daily Practice: 1 Yoga Class, 2 Satsangs
- Participate in community life, 2x daily vegetarian meals, staff workshops
Program Cost & Housing:
- $750/month in a tent.
- $1,000/month for a dorm or single room when available.
Amount of time:
- Minimum of 1 month
Prerequisite:
- Open to all – TTC grads or New students
- Must have phone interview before acceptance
APPLY TO OUR WORK STUDY PROGRAM
Karma Yoga Program
What is Expected:
- Daily Service: Contribute up to 5 hours of ashram service each day.
- Daily Practice: 1 Yoga Class, 2 Satsangs
- Participate in community life, 2x daily vegetarian meals, staff workshops
Program Cost & Housing:
- Half-price on Accommodations
Amount of time:
- 3 days up to 3 months
Prerequisite:
- Open to TTC grads or previous karma yogis
- Must be accepted before arriving
Apply to our Karma Yoga Program
Long-Term Opportunities
Participants who wish to continue their practice beyond the initial three-month commitment will be considered for long-term karma yoga staff positions.
What is Expected:
- Daily service: Contribute in whatever areas the ashram needs, with hours of service fluctuating, 6-7 hours a day. This program is suitable for those who have previous Karma Yoga experience within the Sivananda Organization or have taken the Teachers’ Training Course.
Program Cost & Housing:
- Long-term Karma Yoga stay free of charge
Daily Schedule
- Morning and evening Satsang (meditation, chanting, lecture)
- Staff meeting
- 2-hour yoga class
- Selfless service (5-6 hours for Karma Yoga Program, 6-7 hours for Advanced Karma Yoga Program)
- Personal time and relaxation
- Study time