Join our art space in Lefkada, Greece

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  Description

  This is an art space in Lefkada, Ionian Islands, Greece, organizing and hosting educational programs, workshops, and artistic residencies for groups of up to 30 people. The organization focuses on dance education, research, and creation, engaging in an active dialogue with the sociopolitical landscape of everyday life. Our vision is to create a meeting point for people and practices that value nature, honor sensorial experiences, welcome diverse corporealities, and dare to reflect through others.
  
  The project is the vision and creation of Kyveli and Yorgos , two dance artists and movement educators from Greece who envisioned a wooded piece of land as a meeting place for moving and sensing experiences. The concept of the place arose from a deep need to reconnect with nature and to meet a community of similar interests and quests. The idea was conceived in October 2021 when there was nothing but trees on the land and by the summer of 2022 the first program became a reality! None of what followed would have been possible without the help of friends and family who supported us every step of the way.
  
  Our deepest desire is to grow slowly yet firmly, like a cypress tree, rooting deeply in a sustainable approach that respects and nourishes otherness. We aspire to be part of a ‘forest-like’, broader ecosystem, alongside like-minded individuals and their trajectories.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Creating/ Cooking family meals
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  • A wonderful stay immersed in nature, where you can wake up to the sounds of the forest, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and experience the peaceful rhythm of village life. Surrounded by lush landscapes, cypress trees, olive groves, and breathtaking views, this setting offers the perfect space to unwind, reconnect with yourself, and embrace a slower, more mindful way of living.
  
  • You will also have the opportunity to meet and connect with a vibrant community of dance artists, somatic practitioners, and locals, sharing experiences and perspectives from all over the world.
  
  • Engage in a variety of enriching activities, such as herbal walks, where you can discover the healing properties of local plants and learn about traditional remedies. Participate in local cultural events, experiencing traditional customs, music, and more.
  
  • Learn more about our project and why we believe in and promote dance as a practice of embodiment.
  
  • During your free time, you can take small trips around the island, meet interesting people, participate in cultural events, and explore this magnificent place. Visit nearby beaches, relax in the village, hike to the waterfall (the area offers a number of paths to explore surrounded by lush green nature), explore nearby villages, and more. A great sightseeing nearby you can go on foot is the famous waterfalls of Nidri. There you can have a cold bath, or just enjoy the sound of falling water during spring/fall.
  
  • Exchange recipe books ! You will leave our space having learned how to cook delicious Greek and Mediterranean recipes.
  
  We can ensure a friendly and respectful environment, in a really beautiful village in Greece, and lots of creative energy vibes!
  
  
  About the village:
  Neohori is a mountain village (300m) of Lefkada, about 5km from Nidri. Serenity and impressive view as well as absence of shops are distinguishing features of the village. Instead, there is plenty of green, four springs and a number of paths which are taken care of by the village community every year. This village was once abandoned by the locals, when they gradually began to approach the coastal areas. Years later, around the early 80's, it was rediscovered by people looking for a quiet place close to nature. Somehow it started to attract hippies, artists, people from different parts of the world and finally a community was created. Today only a few of the families that first settled there remain in the village, but new ones have come, creating a mixture of people and cultures. In recent years, Cultural Association has been activated and the old school of the village has been renovated, where various activities take place, such as exhibitions, presentations, film screenings, festivals, seminars, etc. Especially in the summer months the village hosts a lot of people from different parts of the world! We hope that our art space will bring life to our village and become a meeting point for artists, educators and practitioners from all over the world!

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  What we need:
  🔸 Compile recipes and organize them into a vegetarian/vegan menu.
  🔸Grocery shopping and preparation of three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and a light dinner) for 25-30 people. The chef/cook will have a kitchen helper.
  🔸 8-hour workday, split shifts, 5 days per week
  🔸 Driver’s license required – Having a car is appreciated and really helpful for your staying (we cover gas and support for damage expenses)
  
  We offer:
  ✅ Payment of 1,000 euros + insurance contributions per month
  ✅ Accommodation in a private bell tent with bed or a static caravan (not shared) with access to the camp’s facilities 🚐🏕
  ✅ 3 full meals per day
  
  Dates:
  🔹 For at least 1 month and a half, between April to October 2025
  
  Right now we are only looking for people from the European Union (EU). You will need to create a Greek tax ID in order to be hired.
  
  📍 The location is remote and off-grid, about 20-30 minutes by car from the nearest town and the sea.

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  Languages spoken

  Greek: Fluent
  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  We offer either a private bell tent or a private static caravan (not shared) with access to the camp’s facilities 🚐🏕Bed, pillow, bed linens and blanket are provided in any case.

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  What else ...

  🦔 Our space is outdoors, with facilities available only for late spring/summer/early autumn.
  
  📍 The location is remote and off-grid, about 20-30 minutes by car from the nearest town and the sea.
  
  🚌 There is no public transport from and to the village. Hitchhike is safe. Recommended to come with your car/van so you can easily explore the island during your free time!

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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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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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