Surf and Teach English in Bali

Pour in plenty of crystal blue waters, a liberal pinch of golden sand, remove all tourists and bake in the sun for 24 hours and you've got the perfect recipe for a tropical paradise. The picturesque coastal village of Canggu remains largely ignored by all but the cleverest tourists and you'll only have to share the beach with the children on the project, who you will help teach. The kids won't be the only ones doing the learning though as free surfing lessons are included in the project along with enough free time in the afternoons to practice. TEFL certification is included in the price to give you a head start in the classroom, but we're afraid your success at surfing is totally up to you!

*Project details:
This project is based at a public school in Bali where funding is not available to provide native English teachers. English classes are currently held, but these mostly cover grammar (not a favourite subject amongst the students!) and there is no resource for conversational practice. Volunteers are therefore needed to help teach the children English and motivate them through more fun methods and conversation. Other teachers in the school are also eager to learn English and to learn new teaching methods or you could teach English at the local women's organisation. There would also be the possibility to get involved in sports classes for those interested.

As there are many great spots for surfing in this area, this is a perfect opportunity to combine teaching English with learning to surf! 3 surf lessons are included in your project, which will take place in Kuta during your first week. Following each 2.5 hour lesson you will have the afternoon free to practice. This should be sufficient to get you surfing on your own, so you'll have a great way to spend your free time! Extra lessons are available at your own expense.

*Why the project needs volunteers:
Although Bali has a booming tourist industry, many families do not receive any benefits from it and many struggle month by month to meet the basic needs of their family. The 2002 bombing in Bali worsened this economic situation, and as a result there are now hundreds of children and adults not benefiting from the education they deserve. By volunteering as an English teacher you will be helping to enhance the lives of Balinese children and adults through the provision of education. You will be opening up more opportunities to them - particularly as tourism is an important industry.

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