Amplify your community impactEmpower your life and community. Emerge as an ambassador of peace with enhanced leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
Transformational education
Learn from the experts—an organization dedicated for over 42 years to transforming lives across the globe
Suitable for all
Take inspired action. Gain practical skills, experience, and confidence to lead and deliver art of living introductory talks
in-Person program
Guided by highly-trained instructors and mentors over two weekends, plus a week of service-learning
Support & guidance
Practice your skills and get real-time feedback within a supportive, positive setting
Meet the confident,
inspired YOU
We all have a ,purpose — a reason, a motivation, a hope. Yet sometimes fear, confidence, or skill level stand in the way. And that’s why we’re here!
The Volunteer Training Program equips you with the skills and experience to move ahead empowered, beyond obstacles, on a journey to fulfill your why. And all with the support of mentors and leaders throughout the country. Let’s begin.
Choose to thrive, and help others thrive too.
Unlock your potential
Expand your horizons with life-enhancing wisdom, self-development, and transformative practices to access deep inner strength.
Develop skills
Gain the knowledge and confidence to become a dynamic speaker and the leader you were always meant to be!
Be real-world ready
Emerge as a meditation facilitator ready to organize, structure, and lead introductory meditation sessions.
Gain practical experience
Practice and integrate transferable skills and knowledge in an inclusive, uplifting environment.
Be inspired
Discover the importance of service leadership and community engagement, and feel more connected to others around you.
Connect to community
Become part of a supportive nationwide community of volunteers, mentors, and instructors to grow and volunteer with.
How lives are transformed
How lives are transformedlives
“My experience was extremely profound”
“I've been set free of my fears”
“Inspired to tackle any problem in the world!”
Meet the experts
learn from highly-trained instructors who have empowered thousands of volunteers across canada, equipping participants with the skills and confidence to make a lasting impact within their community through Art of Living programs
The Art of Living is one of the largest volunteer-run non-profits in the world that’s transformed the lives of millions—and continues to develop inspired, skilled, and confident volunteers that make a difference.
With an ever-expanding global network of over one million volunteers, you join a community making an impact, dedicated to uplifting individuals and building empowered communities.
Welcome!
Volunteer Training Program
Your impact in the world matters.
You matter.
Eligibility: Completion of Art of Living Part 1 and Sahaj Samadhi Meditation™️
In Person: $595
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The Volunteer Training Program (VTP) is the prerequisite to attending the Art of Living Teacher Training Program (TTP). Once you have completed both the VTP and TTP, you will be able to teach Art of Living Part 1 program.
Yes! You’ll emerge as a confident meditation facilitator ready to lead the guided meditation taught in the Volunteer Training Program, complete with social connection exercises, breathing techniques, and mindful awareness..
Yes, it is mandatory to attend all program sessions to complete the training.
To maximize your experience of the program (and life!), we recommend a daily meditation practice, but it is not a requirement for the Volunteer Training Program.
Following the training, it is recommended that you organize or volunteer to lead at least three introductory sessions and three meditations using the skills and support you gained from the Volunteer Training Program. It allows you to fully integrate your newly acquired skill set and continue to develop your newfound confidence.
One of the key skills of a leader is to inspire and connect with people while organizing and leading various projects—you will gain all these skills and be empowered with a wealth of experience and confidence too. The Volunteer Training Program is a course designed to enhance organizational skills while connecting with people at a deeper level. In addition, volunteering is a powerful demonstration of selfless action, which is an inspiring quality to have in any leader.