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Want to volunteer as a yoga instructor in Nairobi, Kenya? Our Travel Roots yoga instructing program will allow you to be a positive influence and help by bringing balance to the community
In a world full of stress and uncertainty, yoga offers more than just movement—it offers peace, presence, and personal empowerment. In Kenya, many people face daily pressures related to health, finances, and access to opportunity. This yoga instructing program helps introduce physical and mental wellness practices to underserved communities that can truly benefit from them.
You’ll be sharing basic yoga principles and practices with schools, community groups, or wellness clubs, helping participants find calm, confidence, and connection. Sessions are adapted to what’s available—sometimes in a classroom, a shared hall, or even an open outdoor space. What matters most is your energy, guidance, and the intention to make each moment count.
Key Activities:
Lead or assist with yoga sessions for children, adults, or mixed community groups
Teach breathing techniques, stretching, and beginner-level poses
Introduce meditation, mindfulness, and stress-relief exercises
Help build regular wellness routines in schools or local groups
Encourage mind-body awareness, personal growth, and group connection
This program is ideal for certified instructors or experienced practitioners with a passion for sharing wellness practices and creating space for others to heal and grow.
By volunteering on our Yoga Instructing program, you will:
Share the benefits of yoga and mindfulness with communities facing stress and hardship
Guide others in building physical strength, flexibility, and inner calm
Gain experience teaching yoga in low-resource, high-impact settings
Support mental wellness and self-care practices in underserved areas
Deepen your own practice while making meaningful cultural connections through movement
What to Expect: A Day in the Life of a Volunteer Yoga Instructor
Each day offers a grounding blend of movement, community, and reflection. You’ll guide participants through practices that strengthen the body, calm the mind, and create space for healing—often in places where stress relief is deeply needed.
7:30 AM – Morning Practice and Preparation
Begin your day with your own yoga or meditation session, followed by planning for your class—whether it’s a sequence for beginners or a breathing-focused flow.9:00 AM – Community Class or School Session
Lead or assist a yoga class at a local school, women’s group, or community centre. Focus on accessible movement, gentle stretching, and breathwork.11:00 AM – Post-Class Reflection and Connection
Spend time with participants, answer questions, or offer mindfulness tools they can take into daily life.1:00 PM – Lunch and Rest
Return to your homestay for a healthy meal and quiet time to recharge.2:30 PM – Second Class or Workshop Session
You may offer an afternoon session for a different age group or organise a short workshop focused on stress management, meditation, or self-care.4:30 PM – Journaling or Class Prep
Reflect on the day, adjust your flow based on feedback, or plan a new sequence for the week ahead.Evenings & Days Off
Enjoy peaceful evenings with your host family, explore Nairobi’s wellness spaces, or visit nearby nature spots to reset and reconnect.Your Impact as a Volunteer
In communities where daily stress is a constant companion, your role as a yoga volunteer offers more than exercise—it offers a lifeline to peace, presence, and self-awareness.
By teaching simple breathing techniques, gentle stretches, and grounding meditation practices, you’ll give participants tools they can use to manage anxiety, reduce tension, and find inner calm—long after your sessions end.
You’ll be helping people reconnect with their bodies, quiet their minds, and build resilience from the inside out. For some, it may be their very first experience with wellness practices. For others, it might be the beginning of a lifelong journey toward healing and empowerment.
Through your guidance, encouragement, and energy, you’ll be planting seeds of balance, wellbeing, and self-care in a place where they are deeply needed—and truly appreciated.
Your Home in Nairobi
During your stay, you'll live with a welcoming local host family in a safe residential area of Nairobi. This is a unique chance to immerse yourself in daily Kenyan life—sharing meals, stories, and traditions that give real depth to your experience.
Rooms are simple, comfortable, and shared with one or two other volunteers. All homes are vetted, secure, and located within commuting distance of your school placement.
What’s Included:
Shared room with a mosquito net and bedding
Access to a private or shared bathroom
Three home-cooked meals daily (vegetarian options available)
Filtered drinking water, tea, and snacks
Access to laundry facilities (self-service or for a small local fee)
Basic Wi-Fi or internet access nearby
Evenings are often spent relaxing with your host family, playing games with the children, or learning how to cook a traditional Kenyan dish. It's a true cultural exchange and a warm place to return to at the end of each meaningful day.
History
Born during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, this grassroots initiative began as a local response to growing hardship in Nairobi’s most vulnerable communities. As job losses and economic instability swept through the area, the founders stepped in to provide food parcels, clean water, and hygiene essentials—mobilising quickly through local networks and international support.
What started as emergency relief soon evolved into something deeper: a platform where people could offer their time, skills, and compassion to lift others up. By 2023, the initiative was officially registered as a nonprofit organisation, opening the door to long-term development and volunteer-led projects that continue to grow each year.
Mission & Vision
The mission is to empower communities by providing practical, affordable, and sustainable solutions to local challenges—through volunteering, training, and shared resources.
Their vision is to create self-reliant individuals and resilient communities by equipping people with the knowledge, tools, and opportunities needed for lasting transformation. Every project is built on a foundation of respect, accountability, compassion, and local collaboration—ensuring that change comes from within, and stays long after the volunteers have gone.
Program Fees & What’s Included
Program Fees
Duration Fee (EUR) Daily Equivalent
1 week €252 €36.00/day
2 weeks €354 €25.29/day
3 weeks €475 €22.62/day
4 weeks €586 €20.93/day
5 weeks €698 €19.94/day
6 weeks €810 €19.29/day
8 weeks €1,024 €18.29/day
10 weeks €1,257 €17.96/day
12 weeks €1,490 €17.74/day
Payment Terms
Program fees are due 30 days before your start date
If applying within 30 days, full payment is due within 48 hours of confirmation
What’s Included
✔️ Homestay accommodation with a vetted local family
✔️ Three traditional meals daily
✔️ Airport pickup and drop-off
✔️ Orientation, placement, and in-country support
✔️ All volunteer activities
✔️ Pre-departure support and cultural guidance✔️ Welcome pack with all the essential and helpful information
✔️ Certificate of completion at the end of your placement
✔️ Full support before, during, and after your program
✔️ 100% Cancellation Money-Back Guarantee
✔️ And so much more...
Your Investment in Expression, Empowerment & Community
Dance has the power to transform—not just how we move, but how we feel and who we become. Your program fee helps create safe, creative spaces for young people to grow in confidence, culture, and self-worth through dance.
Your program fees help directly support:
Community dance programs and local coaching initiatives
Safe practice spaces and event coordination
Local staff, host support, and volunteer coordination
Daily meals, transport, and ongoing project development
Long-term youth empowerment through the arts
Where You’ll Be – Nairobi, the Beating Heart of Kenya
Your teaching placement will be based in Nairobi, Kenya’s dynamic and fast-growing capital city. Known for its unique blend of modern life and cultural tradition, Nairobi offers a rich, immersive experience for volunteers. From busy markets and street vendors to lush green parks and cultural centres, the city has a rhythm that is all its own.
You’ll be staying in a quiet residential neighbourhood, a short commute from your school placement. Despite the fast pace of the city, the area where you'll live is calm, welcoming, and perfect for soaking up day-to-day life in Kenya.
Nairobi also provides a gateway to wildlife and adventure—you’re never far from national parks, giraffe sanctuaries, or local cafés serving Kenya’s famous chai and street food.
Kenya – A Nation of Culture, Contrast & Community
Kenya is known across the globe for its dramatic landscapes, world-class safaris, and deeply rooted cultures. But beyond the wildlife and wilderness lies a country full of warmth, resilience, and vibrant community life.
You’ll find a rich blend of languages, traditions, and daily customs—from the Swahili phrases spoken in the streets to the generosity of a shared meal. Kenya’s people are its greatest strength—welcoming, curious, and eager to engage.
Whether you're wandering through Nairobi's Maasai Market, hiking the Ngong Hills, or learning to cook chapati with your host family, every day brings something new to discover. With its tropical climate, friendly communities, and growing social initiatives, Kenya is an unforgettable place to live, learn, and contribute.
When you’re not teaching, Nairobi and its surrounding regions offer a mix of cultural, urban, and nature-based experiences. Whether you want to explore the city’s vibrant heart or get away to the wilderness, there’s something for every type of traveller.
Giraffe Centre – 30 mins away
Meet and feed endangered Rothschild giraffes at this conservation centre in Lang’ata.
David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust – 30 mins away
Visit orphaned baby elephants and learn about their rescue and rehabilitation journey.
Maasai Market – 20 mins away
Shop for local crafts, beadwork, textiles, and souvenirs while practicing your Swahili bargaining skills.
Karura Forest – 25 mins away
Take a walk or bike ride through this peaceful urban forest, complete with waterfalls and picnic areas.
Nairobi National Park – 40 mins away
Spot lions, rhinos, and giraffes against the city skyline in one of the world’s only national parks located within a capital city.
Cultural Food Tour – within Nairobi
Taste Kenya’s favourite dishes—like ugali, sukuma wiki, and nyama choma—at local eateries and markets.
Day Trips to Ngong Hills or Lake Naivasha – 1–2 hours away
Enjoy sweeping views from hilltops or relax by a crater lake, perfect for weekend escapes.
Live Music & Arts – Nairobi city centre
Catch an evening of local music, theatre, or spoken word at creative venues around the city.
