Community project - Using Ancient Mayan Techniques in Antigua, Guatemala

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  Description

  Community based project - Using Ancient Mayan Techniques in Antigua, Guatemala
  
  We have created a beautiful farm and community led initiative near the heart of Antigua. We have a beautiful vision for the space that is thoughtfully and slowly being created day by day. The farm has Mayan spirals where we grow vegetables, flowers, and herbs. We have a puppy & kitten rescue center, a mushroom cultivation shed, fruit forest, a soccerl field and green space for sports/yoga, a kitchen (eco cafe) where we are experimenting with creating a healthy menu of fresh salads, small dishes, power balls, and smoothies. We strive to create this project in the most community oriented and sustainable way as possible. Our goal is help the local community to integrate into this healthy/selfustainable lifestyle and help educate and train people in different areas & skill sets. Through classes, workshops, festivals, sports events, gathering, celebrations and hard work we are manifesting this vision every day.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Learn ancient Mayan techniques, cosmo vision, sacred geometry, permaculture techniques, learn about traditional Guatemalan culture, practice Spanish with the locals and other volunteers & attend workshops, classes, sports events & gathering.

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  Help

  Volunteer opportunities around 3 weeks / 1 month with a possibility of extension
  
  -Building-
  carpentry work building snack/juice bar, tables, chairs, bamboo hut, tepee, temazcal hut, cabins, dorms
  
  -Offer classes/workshops-
  fitness, yoga, gymnastics, calisthenics, dance, nutrition, holistic therapies
  
  -Artist-
  for decorating and beautifying the space (art, murals, signs)
  
  -gardening & landscaping
  
  
  -Web developer & digital deseing
  creating website, material, social media content, flyers, photography, etc.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  We have one room available for a volunteer that is on site. This is available for a committed volunteer who is interested in living a healthy lifestyle (no drugs, partying, smoking)
  
  Meals will include with one natural drink, freshly picked salad from the garden, and tortillas, the meal is most likely vegetarian for volunteers.
  
  We also offer spanish classes onsite for our volunteers at and extra cost of Q50 per hour (aprox $7). Flexible schedule. Local teachers with experience.
  
  Will be living in San Felipe de Jesus Antigua Guatemala
  
  For all other volunteers: We do offer housing options around the farm (family stay, guest house, apartments, etc) at more accesible prices. Farm is located 5 min by car from the charming town of Antigua. (25 minutes by walking from central park) Public transport is also available (chicken buses, tuktuks, Uber). So most volunteers stay at hostels in Antigua or with local host families.

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  What else ...

  -volcanoes
  -local markets
  -spring water pools
  -nature hikes
  -local events (open mic night, farmers market, futbol games) there are many things going on in Antigua
  -salsa classes, dancing
  -yoga
  -visiting villages
  -jade factory, coffee plantations, local farms, rodeos
  
  we want to provide our volunteers with a fun, enriching experience!

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Our internet connection is pretty good in overall. We have nice working areas surrounded by nature for digital nomads.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We do have a parking space available for campervans and camping. Still very basic and rustic area but has bathroom and shower nearby and acces to the farm facilities.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  5 hours a day, 5 days a week. 25hrs per week aprox.

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