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About the Role
We are looking for a yoga volunteer with at least a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certification and previous teaching experience. You will guide our surf retreat guests through relaxing and supportive yoga sessions designed to complement surfing, recovery, mindfulness, and mobility.
You’ll teach around 1 hour per day, depending on the retreat schedule and guest participation.
20 hours of help per week
Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Tour Guide: Organize and lead tours around the city.
Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate English
Between 20 and 35 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Your Role & Tasks
As our Yoga Volunteer, you’ll create a simple and welcoming yoga program that supports our surf retreat guests both physically and mentally throughout their stay.
Your sessions will focus on helping surfers improve mobility, recovery, relaxation, and mindfulness through gentle and beginner-friendly practices.
Your Responsibilities
Lead 1-hour yoga sessions daily, scheduled either in the morning or afternoon depending on surf conditions and retreat activities
Create light stretching and mobility flows before surf sessions to help warm up the body and prevent injuries
Offer restorative or gentle yoga after surfing to support recovery and relaxation
Guide meditation or breathwork sessions during slower or chill days to help guests reconnect, relax, and recharge
Adapt each session based on the group’s energy level, surfing schedule, weather, and overall mood
Encourage guests to tune into their body, build confidence, and find balance between surfing, wellness, and mindfulness
Classes may take place in our yoga shala or outdoors by the beach during sunrise or sunset sessions, creating a peaceful and natural island experience in Catanduanes. balance between surfing and mindfulness.
As part of the volunteer exchange program at Puraran Wahine Surf Retreat, yoga activities are connected to our weekly surf retreat itinerary and guest schedule. Yoga sessions are not required daily, as surf conditions and group activities change throughout the week.
Main Responsibilities
Lead light warm-up and stretching sessions before surf lessons
Guide yoga classes during selected retreat days
Support guests with mobility, recovery, mindfulness, and relaxation
Help create a calm and positive energy within the retreat community
Weekly Activities
Your activities may include:
Morning surf warm-up sessions
Gentle recovery yoga after surfing
Sunset yoga by the beach
Meditation or breathwork sessions during chill days
Optional mobility and stretching workshops for surfers
Classes may take place in our yoga shala or outdoors depending on the weather, group mood, and retreat schedule.
Shift Schedule
Approximately 1–2 hours per day during active retreat days
Flexible schedule based on surf conditions and weekly itinerary
Usually scheduled in the morning before surf or during sunset sessions
Some days may have no yoga sessions depending on activities and guest participation
This volunteer position is ideal for someone who enjoys a relaxed island lifestyle, flexibility, and sharing wellness practices in a surf community in Catanduanes.
Yoga Volunteer Guidelines & Rules
To keep harmony and professionalism during the surf retreat, please follow these simple rules and reminders:
During Yoga Sessions
Always arrive 10–15 minutes early to prepare the space and welcome the students.
Maintain a calm, positive, and respectful tone during all sessions.
Make sure the sequence fits the energy and level of the group — prioritize safety and comfort.
Use gentle guidance and mindful touch (only with permission).
Respect the surf schedule — yoga time may adjust based on surf conditions or weather.
During Group Activities
You are welcome to join tours, surf sessions, and night activities during your free time.
Always show respect and kindness to guests, staff, and local community members.
Avoid excessive drinking or loud behavior, especially during guest hours.
Participate in activities as part of the team, not as a guest — help build a warm and inclusive vibe.
Respect privacy and boundaries of all guests and instructors.
Help encourage a positive, sisterhood energy — support, listen, and uplift others.
General Conduct
Keep personal belongings and shared areas tidy.
Inform Kissy or the retreat coordinator if you’ll be late or unable to teach a session.
Avoid romantic or intimate relationships with students during the retreat.
Represent the retreat’s values of mindfulness, respect, and community spirit at all times.
Be open to feedback and flexible with scheduling — island life flows with nature!
