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We are part of a network of language and water sports centres in Galicia, Spain. Our camps aim to teach students a new language (English or Spanish) while learning different sports and natural values.
We create an international environment with students and monitors from various countries. In addition to water sports, we teach about ecology, meteorology and care for the environment. In our centres we look for an international, serious and active atmosphere.
Our main centre in Playa del Vao is located on a beautiful beach in a small fishing community very close to the city of Vigo.
We are looking for candidates with experience and qualifications in watersports ( windsurfing, catamaran (hobiecat), wingfoil, paddle surf, fishing etc) and summer camps. Candidates will need to speak English and a little Spanish.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Outdoor activities
Nature
Adventure sports
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This position offers the opportunity to meet people from different countries and cultures. You will be able to learn about our business model and you will be able to grow in the company if you work hard and have a good attitude.
You will also be able to learn the different areas in a Beach Centre starting from sailing instructor or free time monitor to coordinator and seeing the possibility of organizing your own camp in short period of time.
The position also provides the opportunity to explore and get to know an incredibly beautiful and unexploited are of Spain.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
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We are part of a network of language and water sports centers in Galicia, Spain. We are looking for people for the following paid positions:
Catamaran instructor
Responsibilities:
Provide a safe and fun experience for kids in the summer camp
Provide the rental service of catamarans in the afternoons
Requirements:
Relevant sailing qualification (RYA, VDWS etc)
Experience working as an instructor in summer camps or sailing schools
Permission to work in Spain (EU resident)
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Experience of Hobie Wave and Fox
Other watersport experience (windsurf, wing foil, paddle board, snorkel, fishing etc)
Equipment coordinator
Responsibilities:
Ensure all sailing equipment is in top conditions, stored and organized
Carry out repairs on any damaged material
Requirements:
Experience of boat repair (epoxy resin, sail repair etc)
Knowledge of proper tool use
Knowledge of motorboat engine repair
Permission to work in Spain (EU resident)
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Specific knowledge and experience of Hobie Wave and Fox
Experience of working in a similar environment (summer camp or sailing school)
Safety boat driver
Responsibilities:
Ensure a safe environment for all kids and rental customers while they are the water
Requirements:
Boat license (RYA level 2 minimum)
First aid qualification
Experience in the field
Permission to work in Spain (EU resident)
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Lifeguard qualification
Free time monitor
Responsibilities:
Provide a safe and fun camp experience for kids
Requirements:
Free time monitor qualification
Experience working as a summer camp monitor
Permission to work in Spain (EU resident)
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Experience of overnight camps
Jobs are paid positions with the salary conditions to be determined according to experience and qualifications during the recruitment process.
We also have volunteer positions (room and board provided) for:
Digital content creator
Responsibilities:
Take photos and videos during the camp to create social media content and to send to parents
For all positions we look for candidates that demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative and a strong work ethic.
Paid positions we require a 1 month minimum stay with a strong preference for people that can commit to 2 months. Volunteer positions have a 2 week minimum stay.
When contacting us please state the position you are interested in, confirm you meet the requirements and the time you are available.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We can provide shared accommodation with a maximum of 6 people per room. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided Monday to Friday (and weekends during overnight camps) Access to basic kitchen appliances (fridge, microwave etc) and utensils also provided to allow monitors to prepare food at weekends outside of overnight camps.
What else ...
Workers can spend their free time on the beach, get to know other workers, or explore the coastline. Use of our equipment (catamarans, paddle boards, windsurf, wing foil etc) is permitted as long as it is used in a responsible way.
The peninsula where we are located has a very rich history: Celtics, Romans, pirates, vikings etc. There are some nearby landmarks built by the Celts and the Romans. There is also a great fishing tradition and you can see the Galician artisanal fishing fleets every morning and afternoon.
You can also take the bus or train to visit Santiago de Compostela, one of the most historic cities in Spain and the destination of the famous Camino de Santiago.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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The work was physical and and revolved heavily around sailing and… read more
It was a pleasure staying and working here for the past two months! If you come here you will get to enjoy great views and amazing beaches throughout the day, share good laughs and really just have a nice stay.
I found the work to be really cool, spending your days on the beach or on the water,but always outside in the… read more
The team is great, and although I stayed in time with less volunteers than usual, it was still so much fun!!
The area is beautiful and in our free time we traveled… read more
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The work was physical and and revolved heavily around sailing and… read more
It was a pleasure staying and working here for the past two months! If you come here you will get to enjoy great views and amazing beaches throughout the day, share good laughs and really just have a nice stay.
I found the work to be really cool, spending your days on the beach or on the water,but always outside in the… read more
The team is great, and although I stayed in time with less volunteers than usual, it was still so much fun!!
The area is beautiful and in our free time we traveled… read more
Since the first day she worked really hard in our bar and restaurant, she also collaborated in our morning camps with the kids.
We are looking forward to welcoming her again in the future!
He worked with us during the summer 2021 in our summer camps. He is a very charming, organized and always with a great attitude giving us improvement measures. All kids loved him! We were very lucky to have him in our team!
We would like that he can come back this summer!
Carmen :)
He helped us on the water activities as windsurf, paddleboard, kayak...etc and also on the kitchen... delicious meals!
Well done man!
Well done!
Well done!
Well done!
We were honored to host you and as you know you're welcome to come back any time!
Austin and the other workawayers are really friendly and I felt quickly integrated. I was able to take part of the huge amount of interesting things to do apart from work (Windsurfing, Spear Fishing, Hiking, Hot… read more
