Serve.
Practice.
Live the Teachings.
Work here is not separate from spiritual practice. It is part of it.
Whether through a staff role or workstudy placement, service supports the Daily Ashram Rhythm and the shared rhythm of meditation, study, and care for the Ashram grounds.
At Ananda Ashram, community life is sustained through seva, selfless service offered in the lineage of Shri Brahmananda Sarasvati.
EXPLORE TWO WAYS TO SERVE
Live-In Staff
For those ready to make a deeper commitment. Live-in staff serve approximately 30–35 hours per week.
- Room and board
- Participation in daily core program
- Access to daily yoga classes
- A modest stipend
STAFF RECIEVE:
Seasonal and year-round roles may be available. A minimum three-month commitment is preferred for many positions.
Lead Cook
Open Positions
Sous Chef
Workstudy Program
For those seeking to balance self-study with service and community life, the Work-Study Program offers two ways to participate in the Ashram’s daily spiritual rhythm.
- Kitchen support
- Housekeeping
- Grounds care
- General Ashram support
Service placements may include:
Program Options
Part-time Workstudy
Designed for those seeking a flexible balance of service and spiritual practice, this part-time workstudy option involves 15 hours of service per week for one to three weeks. Participants engage in meditation, chanting, study, and yoga, and receive a 50% reduction on room and board in shared accommodations.
Full-time Workstudy
Designed for those seeking a deeper integration of service and disciplined spiritual practice, this program requires a one-month commitment with 30 hours of service per week. In exchange, participants receive room and board in shared accommodations.
Why Serve Here?
Through service, daily responsibilities become a field for cultivating steadiness, humility, and awareness. Seva at Ananda Ashram supports:
Preservation of the Ashram property
The continuation of the Daily Ashram Rhythm
Faithful transmission of the lineage teachings
Warm & friendly people.
The grounds are beautifully kept and pristine. The buildings are well maintained outside and immaculate indoors. And the food is delicious!
Gretchen H.
WEEKEND GUEST
Reconnect & tune out.
I’ve been going to the ashram for several years - both as a weekend overnight guest and day visitor. The yoga classes have well trained teachers that include meditation and sound along with yoga. It’s a full mind & body experience, unlike a fitness yoga class. The vegan food is also wonderful in the communal dining hall. Evening chant ceremonies with readings and music are also recommended.
Debbie Johnsen
Yogi & WEEKEND GUEST
Beautiful destination to dive into a inner journey!
I’ve been going on yoga weekends to Ananda 20+ years and always come back at ease to my hamster wheel live in NYC. My favorite things are: meditation fire ceremony, sanskrit classes w/ Bharati, delicious vegetarian meals outdoors on picnic tables by the lake, walking around the lake, and great yoga classes Comfortable beds and great sleep!!
Renata M.
Weekend guest
