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Mahamudra Center for Universal Unity
We welcome volunteers who have a genuine and sincere interest in developing on the spiritual path. Offering service in this way is far more than a convenient lodging, we invite volunteers to live, work, study, practice and meditate with us and to apply compassionate mindfulness, following the Buddhist teachings during their stay. We encourage our volunteers to make the best use of this opportunity and attend all classes, pujas and events.
The Benefits of Service at Mahamudra Centre
By offering your service as a volunteer, you engage in the supreme practice of generosity (Dānapāramitā) and receive manifold benefits that deeply enrich your spiritual path.
Opportunities for Dharma Practice & Study
Teaching Access: Through the year, we welcome highly qualified international Tibetan and Western teachers who share precious teachings on mindfulness and Buddhist philosophy.
FPMT Education: You will have the opportunity to participate in our FPMT education programs, including the two-year Discovering Buddhism program.
Enhancing Your Spiritual Environment
Dharma Resources: Gain access to our excellent Dharma library, meditation hall (Gompa), and many holy objects for circumambulation and merit-making activities.
Diverse Community: Enjoy the peaceful environment alongside guests staying overnight in our accommodation and those attending group retreats.
Service Activities
Typical volunteer activities are essential to the Centre's continuity and may include cooking, housekeeping, gardening, maintenance, and guest services.
Skills Match: We highly value your interests and skills. If you have special skills, please mention them in your application, as we encourage you to apply for projects where your abilities would be a particularly good fit.
Time and Financial Contribution
Hours: Volunteers commit to 5 hours of service per day for 5 days per week.
Minimum Stay: A minimum stay of two weeks works best for integrating into the community and for effective service.
Contribution: We ask volunteers to contribute $15 per day to the Centre in exchange for food, accommodation, and use of facilities. This contribution helps sustain the Centre's mission.
Application Guidance
Due to the number of applications we receive, we encourage you to apply at least one month before your desired arrival date to avoid disappointment.
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About the experience in: Coromandel, New Zealand
Germany
My experience at the Center was truely phenomenal. I had the great honor to participate in 2 retreats, held by a nepalese and a belgian monk. The retreats were very insightful and inspiring for me. We were taught about the Dharma and fundamental aspects of Buddhism. Having love and compassion for other people is something that really stuck with me. The team at the Center is hard working and it's beautiful to see how every volunteer deeply cares about the center. I made friendships and connections that last a lifetime and I'm already very excited to come back to the center to help. 🙏🏻
5 months ago
About the experience in: Coromandel, New Zealand
Germany
I had a really nice time at the Center! Everyone is really nice and respectful. I love the area and the big garden, its amazing. The facilities were great as well and I really enjoyed my time! This place does need a lot of work though so you can easily oversee the beauty that surrounds you because you're so busy with the work. The work was mostly simple and fun though and it was great working with the other volunteers as well! I stayed for a little over two weeks and would recommend that time as well. Definitely give it a visit :)
6 months ago
About the experience in: Coromandel, New Zealand
Netherlands
I really enjoyed my time at the peaceful the Center. It's a cozy place surrounded by beautiful nature and Colville is a cute and creative small town. There are good facilities and I especially enjoyed my time with the other volunteers :) During my stay there was a retreat, and volunteers were expected to attend many teachings and meditations. It was a special way to learn about Buddhism, though sometimes a bit intense for beginners. Outside the retrait, the center is quiet and calm, and I occasionally felt unsure about my tasks. But overall, a great experience I wouldn't want to miss.
9 months ago
About the experience in: Coromandel, New Zealand
Germany
Overall I had a great time at the meditation centre. I mainly did gardening work and removed weed from the flower beds. Occasionally, I was also given other tasks, such as cleaning the sanitary facilities. Together with the other volunteers I often went on trips to the nearby beaches. We also cooked together everyday. However, on one occasion we ran out of food, which was really disappointing. When there was a larger retreat and things got a bit busier, I sometimes felt a bit overlooked. It is definitly a good place to find peace and quiet.
11 months ago
About the experience in: Coromandel, New Zealand
France
My best volunteering experience so far and by far.
The place is so beautiful with great energies.
I got to stay in my own cozy little hut at the back of the garden which I enjoyed a lot.
Tasks would vary、from gardening、making flowers arrangements、lawn、laundry、making/cleaning the rooms for guests、painting、helping with retreat organisation...
I usually did more than 4h a day、by choice、because the tasks didn't feel like working、and the place is so nice it felt uplifting to be part of making it run.
Everyone was very nice、from manager、director and other volunteers.
A little heaven for the soul 🙏
about 1 year ago