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Language exchange, art collaborators & creative support in Istanbul, Turkey

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello, this is Ufuk. I’m contemporary dancer & choreographer based in İstanbul.

    If i had to describe myself i'd say i am easy-going, kind hearted, gay friendly, open-minded, honest person with somewhat old soul. I like meet new people and see different countries. I love cook, books and toys :)

    I hope we feel together the magical great atmospher.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Teaching
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    LGBTQ
    Pets
    Culture
    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Books
    Music
    Art & design
    Plant care
    Photography
    Languages
    Cooking & food
    Architecture
    Writing
    Performing arts
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Camping
    Dancing
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I think it's a lot for both sides. After all, it's first and foremost a meeting of cultures. To be more specific, we could do things like cooking, picnics, museums, and parties together.

  • Help

    Help

    To be honest, there are a few positions I would like to invite people to apply for on this site. I will explain these positions below, but if you have any other suggestions or would like to get in touch, please feel free to write to me.

    1. Education
    The first one is English conversation practice. I am currently preparing for my PhD, and it would be great to practice my English in this context. It would also be great to get to know another culture and another way of thinking. By the way, it could also be a good opportunity to learn Spanish. I previously studied at the Cervantes Institute in Istanbul and reached level B, and I have visited Madrid several times. However, that was eight years ago, and I would be very happy to have Spanish back in my life. If you would like to teach Spanish from the very beginning and experience Istanbul at the same time, please get in touch with me. (If you would like to help me with my Spanish education and stay for a longer period, say 3 months, I would give priority to such individuals. We both know that this will take time.)

    2. Artistic collaboration

    If you are a dancer or choreographer and would like to come to Istanbul to collaborate, please feel free to reach out. I teach contemporary dance at a state-run private academy here. I also teach at a studio where I am a partner. Here, I organize seminars and workshops with artists and academics from dance and other disciplines. In addition, I work on and stage my own art projects.

    If you're interested in working on a project, developing a project, or just getting to know each other and spending some quality time together, I'm here.

    3. Artistic work

    If you think you could help me update my website, take photos for my portfolio, or edit videos of my previous work, feel free to get in touch.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Some English and very little Spanish

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The apartment I live in is on the 10th floor of a 15-story building. I live there with my cat, Aristo. It's a bright and sunny apartment. Guests who wish to stay with me will have a room with a balcony and an en-suite bathroom. The living room and kitchen will be shared spaces.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    I live in a neighborhood in the Kadıköy district, which is the most popular and crowded area of the Anatolian side. Kadıköy is only a 15-20 minute drive from home. This area is quiet and peaceful. It is a 15-minute walk from Bağdat Street, which has stylish shops, cafes, bookstores, and restaurants. There are many beautiful boutique cafes and green spaces in my neighborhood.

    If you're looking for a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with friendly people and a spacious apartment, this is the perfect place for you.

    Important:

    If you wish to stay with me, please note that there is a cat living in the house, and making noise after 11:00 PM is not permitted. Additionally, hosting guests during your stay is not possible. It is important that you consider these options before arriving.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

Host ref number: 397652636192

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A man sits against a tree trunk, wearing sunglasses, a mesh shirt, jeans, and white socks, with his hand behind his head, in a wooded area.
The image depicts a man with a shaved head, wearing sunglasses, holding an orange drink in a glass, with a beach scene featuring umbrellas and a blue sky in the background.
The image depicts a man with a short beard and mustache, wearing a white tank top with black designs, set against a gray background with a textured pattern.
The image depicts a man sitting in a corner of a room, surrounded by a collection of framed photographs on the wall.

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