Karma Yoga (Selfless Service) Application Form

Namaste! We are pleased that you are interested in joining us for Karma Yoga (Selfless Service). To apply to either the Two-Month Karma Yoga program or Returning Karma Yoga Program, please complete all of the following fields. If any fields do not apply to you, please enter N/A.

Before applying, please ensure you have read the following pages on our website:

Karma Yoga (Selfless Service) Programs – This page includes links to register for an online information session. Attending an information session is required for those new to the Ashram. This can be done either before or after you submit this application.
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Karma Yoga Application

Common application form for Karma Yoga programs

Program Selection

Program(Required)

Two Month Karma Yoga

Returning Karma Yoga

The Two Month Karma Yoga program introduces you to Ashram life and the practice of Karma Yoga as a spiritual practice. You will learn about selfless service by supporting a variety of Ashram areas in accordance with needs and interests.

The Returning Karma Yoga program is only for those who already have significant Karma Yoga experience at the Ashram. Significant Karma Yoga experience can be gained through the Two Month Karma Yoga Program, the Yoga Journey extension, or the Yoga Development Course extension. Returning karma yogis can apply for a period of one week to three months, with extensions possible by discussion when you are at the Ashram.

Please list the Ashram program(s) or course(s) you have completed and the year that you completed each(Required)

Preferred Start Date(Required)

Jan 5

Feb 6

Mar 6

Apr 3

May 1

June 5

July 3

Aug 7

Sep 4

Oct 2

Nov 6

Second Choice Start Date

Jan 5

Feb 6

Mar 6

Apr 3

May 1

June 5

July 3

Aug 7

Sep 4

Oct 2

Nov 6

Preferred Arrival Date(Required)

YYYY slash MM slash DD

Departure Date(Required)

YYYY slash MM slash DD

Applicant Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Gender Identification(Required)

Birthdate(Required)

Month

Day

Year

Age(Required)

18 years minimum.

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Permanent Home Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Person to call in an emergency

Name(Required)

First Last

Relationship to you(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Past Experience with Yasodhara Ashram / Yasodhara Yoga

Have you had some previous experience with Yasodhara Ashram or Yasodhara Yoga, either online or in person?(Required)

Yes

Tell us about your past experience with Yasodhara Ashram and Yasodhara Yoga. Please select all that apply:

Online Karma Yoga Information Session

Online Class

Guided Retreat or Workshop at the Ashram

Restorative Retreat at the Ashram

Yasodhara Yoga offering in my city/town

Other

Please provide detail for each offering you participated in including the name of class/workshop, year taken, and instructor name.

As a prerequisite to the Two Month Karma Yoga program, please register for a Karma Yoga (Selfless Service) Programs Information Session OR another online class. You can still submit your application today while you wait to attend the information session or class.

Food

Food Category(Required)

Occasional chicken or fish

Occasional fish

Vegetarian

Vegan

Food Intolerances(Required)

Important: A food intolerance impacts digestion and does not involve the immune system. It is not life-threatening. If you have a food allergy please see below in the Health section.

None

Wheat

Dairy

Gluten

Soy

Nightshades

Dry beans

Corn

Other

Other food intolerances

Your Stay

How are you travelling?(Required)

Health and Skills Information

Much of our work at the Ashram, especially in the summer and early fall is outdoors and of a physical nature – garden, orchard, grounds.

Are you currently in good health and able to offer moderate to strenuous physical work?(Required)

Yes

Please identify your skills or experience:(Required)

Cooking (Kitchen)

Food preserving (PK)

Building maintenance

Vehicle maintenance

Video

Audio

Bookkeeping/Accounting

Hospitality/Accommodations

Garden

Orchard

Groundskeeping

Customer Service

Communications

Fundraising

First Aid

Other

Other skills

Emergency Medical Services

The Ashram is at least one and a half hours from the nearest hospital and three hours from larger hospitals with specialized services. Because of the Ashram’s isolated rural setting, ambulance services are not always immediately available; at best an ambulance takes half an hour or longer to arrive on the Ashram site. Although the Ashram has basic first aid and a medical clinic is nearby, the clinic is only open three days per week and is without emergency service; accordingly the Ashram’s ability to respond to medical situations is limited. Given our remote location, health services can be quite costly for individuals who do not have adequate health insurance coverage. For example, one trip to the hospital in an ambulance costs about $400, just for the trip alone!

Allergies(Required)

I don't have significant allergies

I'm moderately allergic

I'm severely allergic (life-threatening)

Please list each allergy and degree of severity:(Required)

Physical Constraints

None

Back problems

Knee problems

I have trouble with stairs

Other

Other physical constraints(Required)

Medical Concerns(Required)

None

Coronary

Diabetes

Asthma

Other

Other medical concerns(Required)

Are you currently taking any medications?(Required)

Yes

Please list your current medications and the condition that each medication is treating:(Required)

Have you had any critical illnesses or life-threatening medical incidents?(Required)

Yes

Please describe:(Required)

Do you have any communicable health conditions that may require extra precautions to be taken to protect others with whom you may be living (e.g., athlete’s foot)?(Required)

Yes

Please describe:(Required)

Do you have any emotional or mental health conditions that may affect you during your stay?(Required)

Yes

Please describe:(Required)

Are you currently under the care of a therapist, counselor or physician?(Required)

Yes

Please describe:(Required)

Do you smoke or vape?(Required)

Yes

Are you currently or have you in the past struggled with substance abuse, dependency or addiction?(Required)

Yes

Please provide details including any treatment or recovery program:(Required)

What additional support would you need from us to enable you to be here given what you have stated above?(Required)

Financial Considerations

This is a no-fee Karma Yoga training program funded by donations given in the spirit of generosity. Your accommodations, food, yoga and other skills training are offered at no charge. We do, however, need you to ensure you have sufficient funds to cover your personal expenses before submitting this application.

Personal Expenses

Karma yogis typically require approximately $100 per month to cover personal expenses including internet fee ($20 /month), laundry and gift store purchases. Below, please confirm you have the funds available to cover these expenses.

Personal Expenses(Required)

YES - I have the funds available to cover personal expenses

NO - I don't have the funds available to cover personal expenses

Departure Plans

You also need to be able to pay for your departure plans when leaving the Ashram. Please confirm that you have sufficient funds set aside for travel and any other expenses associated with your departure.

Personal Expenses(Required)

YES - I have the funds available to cover my departure costs

NO - I don’t have the funds available to cover my departure costs

Medical Expenses

Karma yogis need to account for any medical costs they may incur at the Ashram. Please confirm you have the funds available to cover these expenses.

Medical Expenses Available(Required)

YES - I have the funds available to cover medical expenses

NO - I don't have the funds available to cover medical expenses

Health Insurance(Required)

What is the status of your health insurance coverage? Briefly describe the name of your plan and the coverage it provides.

Contributions and Donations

We invite you to consider making a contribution to mitigate the cost of your stay and to help keep this program running. A donation tax receipt will be issued for any contributions over $2568/month, which is the estimated value of accommodations, food and programming. That said, there are no expectations related to your contribution amount - whatever you can genuinely afford after considering your personal financial needs and wish to give from the heart will be deeply appreciated. Please indicate below the total amount you wish to give. You will be asked to pay this amount upon arrival at the Ashram.

I wish to give

Two-Month Karma Yoga Program Essay Questions

Please answer the following questions in-depth, essay style. Please provide at least one full paragraph to respond to each question.

1. What is your work experience? What are your skills and interests? What is your education?(Required)

2. Why do you want to come to Yasodhara Ashram? What are you looking for in life?(Required)

3. What do you want to focus on or learn about yourself at the Ashram?(Required)

4. What are your expectations of yourself and the Ashram Community?(Required)

5. Please give a brief description of your previous experience with yoga.(Required)

Returning Karma Yoga Program Essay Questions

Please answer the following questions in-depth, essay style. Please provide at least one full paragraph to respond to each question.

1. Why do you want to return to Yasodhara Ashram? What are you looking for at this time in your life?(Required)

2. What focus and learning goals would you like to set in place for this visit?(Required)

Attachments

Two reference letters

Please attach two work or character reference letters. PDF is the preferred file format. If you have any trouble uploading your files, you can submit the rest of your application and e-mail the reference letters to registrations@yasodhara.org.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, odt, doc, docx, jpg, jpeg, gif, png, Max. file size: 512 MB, Max. files: 2.

Application Submission

To give the Ashram adequate time to fully process your application it is recommended that you submit at least one month prior to your desired arrival date. You can contact us by phone or email if you need more information or if you wish to request changes after you submit your application.

E-mail: registrations@yasodhara.org
Phone: 250-227-9224 or 1-800-661-8711

Agreement

When you are accepted into the Karma Yoga Program at Yasodhara Ashram you will be asked to complete an agreement taking full responsibility for yourself physically and emotionally. We have guidelines in the community that you will be asked to follow, including refraining from recreational drugs and alcohol and focusing on your inner spiritual development through the practice of celibacy. You will also confirm your understanding that Karma Yoga is selfless service without monetary reward.

Are you willing to sign such an agreement?(Required)

Yes

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Karma Yoga (Selfless Service) Application Form

Karma Yoga Application

Program Selection

Applicant Information

Person to call in an emergency

Past Experience with Yasodhara Ashram / Yasodhara Yoga

Food

Your Stay

Health and Skills Information

Emergency Medical Services

Financial Considerations

Personal Expenses

Departure Plans

Medical Expenses

Contributions and Donations

Two-Month Karma Yoga Program Essay Questions

Returning Karma Yoga Program Essay Questions

Attachments

Application Submission

Agreement

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Karma Yoga (Selfless Service) Application Form

Karma Yoga Application

Program Selection

Applicant Information

Person to call in an emergency

Past Experience with Yasodhara Ashram / Yasodhara Yoga

Food

Your Stay

Health and Skills Information

Emergency Medical Services

Financial Considerations

Personal Expenses

Departure Plans

Medical Expenses

Contributions and Donations

Two-Month Karma Yoga Program Essay Questions

Returning Karma Yoga Program Essay Questions

Attachments

Application Submission

Agreement

Quick links

Donate

publications

Find a Teacher Near You

contact

Join Our Mailing List

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