Essência

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Volunteer at Essência

A season of meaningful work, healing, and community — in exchange for your time and skills. Apply now

A genuine exchange — your skills and presence for a place to live, grow, and belong

We are a community of people who genuinely believe the world can be different — and who are committed to be part of the change. We live by love and abundance. We believe that how we live together is already the change. So we hold each other, and we build, sing, grow, cook, dance… and heal. As a family.

When you come as a volunteer, you are joining our family. We open our hearts to each other, which means you will be part of the family even after you are gone. We honor your contributions, your gifts, your time, and your presence and we are grateful you want to come to Essência.

In exchange, you get a home in nature, organic vegan food, and access to everything that makes life here so alive. The ideal commitment for your stay is 2 months — so you have time to land, and to connect deeply to yourself, to the beautiful souls who live here, and the nature of our land.

What you receive

Every volunteer has their own private accommodation — a space to rest, reflect, and recharge. The kitchen is open and stocked with organic food throughout the day. And beyond the practical, you'll have real access to community life, practices, and the healing that this place quietly offers.

Meditation & Morning practices

Start every day with the community — meditation, movement, breathwork. Open to all, every morning.

Organic food available

The community kitchen is at your disposal throughout the day — stocked with seasonal, organic, plant-based food. Gluten-free? We've got you covered.

Workshops & ceremonies

Full access to the events, workshops, and ceremonies that happen on the land — a living programme of healing and learning.

Beach afternoons

The Atlantic is minutes away. Afternoons off are for the ocean — with the community, or on your own.

SPA nights in nature

Open-air bathing, fire, and stillness under the stars — moments of deep rest woven into community life.

Real responsibility

As you settle in, you can take ownership of a role or area — contributing with depth, not just hours.

Your own private space in nature

One of our glamping tents
One of our glamping tents
One of our glamping tents
One of our glamping tents

Depending on the season, you'll stay in one of our glamping tents — fully equipped, comfortable, and nestled in the land. Private and quiet: somewhere to come back to, rest deeply, and return to yourself.

Available April to October · Subject to availability

What your day may look like

Morning practices with the community
Tending the land and garden
Cooking together — seasonal, plant-based
Beach afternoons with the community
Workshops & inner work

Where you contribute

Volunteers can focus on one branch of community life or move across several. We'll find the right fit together based on your skills, interests, and what the land needs.

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Land & Garden

Permaculture, vegetable gardening, tending the soil and green spaces.

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Community Kitchen

Preparing nourishing meals, maintaining the kitchen, seasonal cooking.

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Building & Infrastructure

Construction, maintenance, and natural building projects on the land.

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Spaces & Hospitality

Preparing and caring for guest accommodations, welcoming visitors, giving tours.

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Art & Beautification

Painting, sculpting, crafts, and creating beauty in the shared spaces.

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Media & Communications

Photography, video, social media, and documenting community life.

The exchange — clear, reciprocal, no surprises

Here is what we ask of you, and what Essência offers in return.

What you contribute

  • Around 24 hours of contribution per week in total
    • 4 hours of community service, Monday to Friday
    • 4 additional hours per week
      (afternoon, evening, or weekend)
  • Attendance at 4 morning practices per week (Mon–Fri)
  • Commitment to the shared values and Golden Agreements
  • Ideally a commitment of 2 months

What you receive

  • Private accommodation (glamping tent or equivalent)
  • Full access to the community kitchen — organic, seasonal, plant-based food available
  • Morning practices — movement, breathwork, meditation
  • Access to workshops, events, and ceremonies on the land
  • SPA nights in nature and beach afternoons with the community
  • The possibility to take on a role or area of real responsibility

How to apply

  1. Fill in the form

    Share about yourself, your skills, and your intentions.

  2. We reach out

    We'll email you to schedule a short call and align on dates.

  3. You arrive

    Pack up, arrive with an open heart, and settle into your new home.

Ready to apply?

We read every application with care. Take a moment to look through the page before filling in the form.