How to Apply

1. Read this page so you know what will meet you in the monastery.

2. Press the button at the bottom of the page to fill out the form.

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The form asks for dates and any practical skills you can offer. Your answers help us plan smoothly for everyone.

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Length of stay

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• First-time visitors: up to three days.

• Overseas travellers: longer stays may be arranged by request.

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Daily schedule (may vary slightly)

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• 5:00 – 6:30            - Morning puja

• 7:00 am                 - Breakfast and washing-up

• 8:00 – 10:30 am    - Work period

• 11:00 am               - Main meal

• 5:00 pm                 -Tea 

• 7:00 pm                 - Evening puja

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Puja is a simple ceremony of chanting, reflection and silent meditation—the anchor of the day.​

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Participation in the daily routine

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We expect every guest to attend the community’s daily activities. If health or other needs make this difficult, please let us know in advance and we will accommodate you.

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Meals and Communal Food

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Having simple needs is also part of making everything easy. Food in the moastery are given from generosity of  people who kind to share with us. If you have allergies or medical needs, please let us know.

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Voluntary Help and Donations

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The monastery runs entirely on volunteer effort. You can help according to ability and willingness:

• Kitchen, gardening and light maintenance tasks

• Donating raw ingredients or cooked food for the day’s meals

• Financial contributions toward upkeep

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Both practical work and material support are greatly appreciated.

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​​​Accommodation and Facilities

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Usually a private room, but during busy times you may be asked to share.

Some rooms are about 50 m from the bathrooms in the main house.

Please, bring your own bed-linen and towel.

​Useful to bring: torch/flashlight, waterproof boots, rain gear, alarm clock.

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The Eight Precepts

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1. Refrain from killing – do not harm any living beings, including insects.
    

2. Refrain from taking what is not given – do not take anything that has not been offered, including food.
    

3. Refrain from sexual activity – avoid physical contact or romantic expression; do not hug or hold hands with the opposite sex.
    

4. Refrain from false speech – avoid harsh or unnecessary talk, especially topics that may cause conflict.
    

5. Refrain from consuming alcohol and intoxicants – smoking is not permitted inside buildings.
    

6. Refrain from eating at the wrong time – all food must be consumed between dawn and noon (1:00 pm in summer, 12:00 pm otherwise). After the main meal at 11:00 am, only certain tonics are allowed: sugar, honey, juice, dairy-free chocolate, tea and coffee, and soya milk (but not cow’s milk) for your tea or coffee.
    

7. Refrain from adornment and entertainment – no music, movies, jewellery, cosmetics, or perfume.
    

8. Refrain from sleeping on luxurious beds – avoid excessive comfort and oversleeping.

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​​​Health

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• EU/EEA citizens are encouraged to bring their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).

• Visitors from other countries should have valid travel insurance that covers medical care while in Norway.

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