SEVA

EYF is no ordinary festival… we need YOUR help!

Seva, or selfless service, is at the heart of the European Yoga Festival. It embodies the spirit of Karma Yoga—giving your time and energy for the benefit of others, without expectation.

Each participant contributes two hours a day to Seva, helping with tasks such as preparing meals, washing dishes, setting up spaces, and assisting with festival logistics. These shared responsibilities ensure the festival runs smoothly, making it a true community experience.

Seva is more than just helping out—it’s a way to connect, support, and be part of something bigger. Working side by side, friendships form, conversations flow, and moments of shared laughter make even the simplest tasks meaningful.

What is Seva?

Seva is the practice of selfless service, a core part of yogic life that teaches humility, gratitude, and unity. It allows us to step beyond personal practice and contribute to something greater.

At EYF, Seva is what makes the festival possible. It ensures that everyone plays a role in creating the experience together, making the event accessible while fostering a spirit of support and collaboration.

Seva is the practice of selfless service, a core part of yogic life that teaches humility, gratitude, and unity. It allows us to step beyond personal practice and contribute to something greater.

SEVA GROUPS

Join the crew preparing Tantric meals, the star of our lunch during tantric.

Details:

  • Work Times: evenings (after dinner – from the day before White Tantric Yoga®) OR 4am on tantra days
  • Meeting Point: Kitchen Area.
  • Tip: Bring an apron for a tasteful experience!

Please choose a seva for me!

We will allocate a seva to you according to your language and what is needed.

Clear your karma cleaning event spaces around the festival site. 

Keep our workshop spaces sparkling. Sweep the floors, collect empty tea cups, tidy up 

Details:

  • Work Times: flexible – confirm with misl leader
  • Meeting Point: misl meeting

Culinary Maestros Team

Crucial for all meal and snack preparations, this team engages in a unique culinary sadhana.

Details:

  • Work Times: 5:00 AM (4:00 AM during Tantric) – alternate days.
  • Meeting Point: Veggie chopping area near the kitchen.
  • Note: Bring an apron and clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dirty.

Wake-Up Song Crew

Join us on a musical adventure!

This vibrant team kicks off each day with an enchanting Wake-Up song, motivating everyone for early morning sadhana. Their tunes continue to uplift spirits during Veggie Chopping Seva.

Details:

  • Work Times: 3:45 AM, beginning Sunday August 3rd
  • Meeting Point: Sadhana Stage
  • Bring your instruments, shakers or simply your voice!


Join the rhythm to energize the Festival mornings.

Gurdwara Harmony Helpers

Be part of the special Gurdwara service, assisting with foot washing, maintaining Gurdwara cleanliness, distributing shabd sheets, and serving prashaad.

Details:

  • Work Times: flexible – confirm with Misl Leader
  • Meeting Point: Gurdwara


Join in to create a sacred space together.

Langar Field Feast: Mung Beans & More!

Join the team serving up delightful mung beans & rice, vegetables, and salad at the Langar field. A tasty experience awaits you!

Details:

  • Work times:
    • Regular days: 4:00 PM
    • Tantric days: immediately after Tantric concludes
  • Meeting spot: langar field


Savour the flavours and contribute to the culinary magic at the Langar field!

Tea Delight Team

Serving up Yogi Tea and Golden Milk on the serene sadhana field.

Details:

  • Work Times: 6:00 PM (after dinner on Tantric days) – alternate days
  • Meeting Point: kitchen

Watermelon Wizards Team

This dynamic team handles the slicing and serving of our refreshing midday watermelon snack, even on Tantric days.

Details:

  • Work Times: Cutting – 8:30 AM (7:00 AM during White Tantric Yoga®), Serving – 1:30 PM.
  • Meeting Points: Kitchen area for chopping, Big Top for serving.
  • Note: Don’t forget to bring an apron for this juicy task!

Looking after the Red Tent – the hub for women’s teachings and care

Details:

  • Work Times: flexible – confirm with Misl Leader
  • Meeting Point: red tent

This team of men will take care of the blue tent and the dinner clean up

 

There is some heavy lifting involved for cleaning the big pots

Details:

  • Work Times: after dinner
  • Meeting Point: kitchen

Please opt for this seva if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it will exempt you from daily festival tasks.

  • Meeting Point: misl meeting

Langar Field Delights

Serving solstice soup and fresh oranges/bananas at the Langar field. Feel the joy and maybe even join in for the Spanish soup song!

Details:

  • Work Times:
    • Regular Days: 7:30 AM
    • Tantric Days: 6:30 AM
  • Meeting Spot: Langar field

Join us for a flavourful journey and a touch of Spanish melody if you’re in the mood!

Post-Breakfast Cleanup Crew: Keeping It Tidy!

Join the crew in washing big pots and recycling orange and banana crates after breakfast. It’s a vital task to maintain our eco-friendly vibe.

Details:

  • Work Times:
    • Regular Days: 8:30 AM 
    • Tantric Days: 7:30 AM
  • Meeting Spot: Kitchen
  • Tip: Consider bringing an apron

     

Make your mornings count by contributing to a clean and green environment!

Join the toddler camp seva and help us care for the youngest ones at the festival!

Please note: you can only join this seva if you have a toddler attending the festival.

Details:

  • Work Times: flexible – check with leader of toddlers camp
  • Meeting Spot: Toddlers Camp

Youth Camp Team

Calling all parent volunteers!

Experience the joy of seva at the Youth Camp, whether you have little ones attending or just want to join the youthful fun.

Please note: you can only join this seva if you have a child / children attending the festival.

Details:

  • Languages: International
  • Work Times:
    • One full day on non-White Tantric Yoga ® days: 10 AM – 4:30 PM.
    • White Tantric Yoga® days: 8:00 AM until the finish of White Tantric Yoga ®, potentially until 8:00 PM.
  • Meeting Point: children’s camp.

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