Stay or Work with Us
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Join the yogic nuns and full-time volunteers at Uma
Nilayam Meditation Center in their daily routine…
Wake up for early morning chanting and meditation, share
garden-fresh vegetarian meals around the communal table,
sit together for meditation and practice silence.
Staying Options
Be Our Guest
From a few days to a few weeks, this option is open to everyone needing deeper calm and connection. You will be able to rest in our cozy, shared rooms, enjoy nourishing meals and join our daily spiritual practices, in exchange for a simple contribution.
In order to keep the tranquility of our sanctuary, we offer limited placements and recommend booking in advance.
*The long term stay is only available to women.
Volunteer with us
Join us for a month or longer to discover the profound fulfillment of living simply while serving a higher purpose, in an environment that allows you to slow down and reconnect with your essence.
This immersion invites 5 hours of mindful service daily, 5 days a week (2 days off) in return for peaceful accommodation and nourishing meals. Main activities include gardening, cooking, sanctuary care, and supporting our retreats and trainings.
Our days at Uma Nilayam flow gently
from early morning chanting and meditation that awakens clarity and calm, through three hearty vegetarian meals daily (summer provides many ingredients fresh from our garden), into optional light service activities like kitchen or garden tasks followed by free time.
A balanced routine offers the space to slow down
find inner silence, and reignite our spirit. We center our spirit through our daily meditation practice, transition into the tactile flow of our ceramic studio, venture out, surrendering to the healing heat of Tuscany’s natural hot springs, then find rest in a hammock among the olive trees. From wandering medieval paths to the stillness of a good book, this is a space to return to our core.
Perfectly positioned between Rome and Florence,
our Abode is a gateway to Italy’s most sacred landscapes. Experience the spiritual heritage of Assisi, the healing mineral waters of nearby hot springs, or the serene shores of Lakes Trasimeno and Bolsena. Right from our doorstep, wander through ancient olive groves and medieval stone paths. For your needs, the local train station and cafés of Fabro are just a scenic 30-minute walk away.
