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Hi, I'm Rubén, a Spanish guy who has been living in Sri Lanka for the past 12 years. After a long journey, I finally fulfilled my dream of running my own kitesurfing school in Kalpitiya.
From the first time I arrived in this country, I was amazed — and that’s why I decided to stay. What I love most about this place is the friendliness of the local people and their relaxed way of life. I’m also passionate about nature, and in Kalpitiya I’ve found almost everything I enjoy doing.
I learned to kitesurf in Kalpitiya while building wooden bungalows. Later, I became an instructor and eventually opened an IKO-certified kitesurfing school here in Sri Lanka.
I started this project 10 years ago, and it has grown to the point where we now welcome kiters from all over the world. After many years, our kite camp has developed, and these days I travel back and forth between Spain and Sri Lanka with my wife and baby a couple of times a year.
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
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our kite school is located in a remote area of Sri Lanka. We are located in a very traditional and humble neighborhood. We are always interacting with our local workers and neighbors and you can learn a lot from them. We would like you to interact with our local community so that you can learn more about what Sri Lankans are like and how they think, and at the same time, they can also learn something from you. Our wish is a win-win situation between you and the local community.
It is also a good opportunity to learn the daily operation of a kitesurf school and how to run a kitesurfing camp. The more you get involved, the more you can learn. We also have bicycles that you can use for free to get around the area. Please note that we cannot exchange this volunteer project for kitesurfing lessons.
Help
From December to March, the wind blows constantly in Kalpitiya and it is the perfect time to come kitesurfing. We kitesurf in flat and shallow waters in Kalpitiya Lagoonb, perfect conditions to learn, which is why we are located in the best place in Asia for kitesurfing.
Before heading out for kitesurfing, we organize a one-hour yoga class on our terrace overlooking the lagoon, and after kiting, before sunset, we also offer yoga. We’re looking for a yoga instructor who would like to guide these daily sessions. It’s just 2 hours a day, usually around 7–8 AM and 5–6 PM, depending on the wind conditions.
This volunteer opportunity is ideal for a yoga instructor who also enjoys kitesurfing, as Kalpitiya is mostly about wind and water — there aren’t many other activities around besides kitesurfing.
NO HELP REQUIRED IN THE KITCHEN AND RESTAURANT (Our Sri Lankan staff takes care of the restaurant. If you want to learn how to cook Sri Lankan food or show the local community some recipes from your country, you are welcome :) After kitesurfing and dinner, you can spend some time with the guests so they have a good time.
In total, we have 10 local employees working with us and it would be great if you shared your experiences and knowledge with them.
If you are interested, you can contact us.
(Please note that we cannot exchange this volunteer project for kitesurfing lessons or rentals)
Thank you,
Ruben
Languages spoken
Catalan: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
Volunteers stay in a private backpacker room (wood) with shared bathroom, and we offer all the food at staff and instructors cost 50% off. Workawayers are able to provide their own food if they prefer.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
No
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 432419967744
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15 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Romain)
Romain has been teaching yoga at our kite camp for an extended period of time, and we couldn’t be happier. Initially, we only asked him to run a morning yoga session for our guests, but he quickly went above and beyond by also organizing afternoon sessions and always adapting to the needs of our clients. His yoga classes have been truly… read more
(Excellent
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12 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Romain) for host
I spent 2-3 months here (from early July to mid-September) as a yoga teacher, and it was a truly enriching experience.
The place is beautiful, surrounded by nature, and offers the perfect environment for teaching and practicing yoga. I felt very welcomed from the very first day — the team is warm, open-minded, and always supportive.
Teaching… read more
The place is beautiful, surrounded by nature, and offers the perfect environment for teaching and practicing yoga. I felt very welcomed from the very first day — the team is warm, open-minded, and always supportive.
Teaching… read more
11 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Stefania) for host
I spent two months in Kalpitiya volunteering as a yoga teacher. Ruben and Ingrid are incredibly sweet, incredibly helpful, and always ready to support their staff. The kite camp is wonderful, with a beach overlooking the lagoon. The shala is a beautiful terrace overlooking the lagoon, an ideal place to reconnect with nature and start the morning… read more
10 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Mandy)
We are really happy that Mandy joined us as a yoga instructor at our kite camp. During her time volunteering with us, she did an amazing job leading our early morning yoga sessions. Our guests are mainly kitesurfers, and thanks to Mandy’s help, we were able to offer them these much-needed sessions. Everyone loved her yoga classes, and we highly… read more
(Excellent
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15 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Romain)
Romain has been teaching yoga at our kite camp for an extended period of time, and we couldn’t be happier. Initially, we only asked him to run a morning yoga session for our guests, but he quickly went above and beyond by also organizing afternoon sessions and always adapting to the needs of our clients. His yoga classes have been truly… read more
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Romain) for host
I spent 2-3 months here (from early July to mid-September) as a yoga teacher, and it was a truly enriching experience.
The place is beautiful, surrounded by nature, and offers the perfect environment for teaching and practicing yoga. I felt very welcomed from the very first day — the team is warm, open-minded, and always supportive.
Teaching… read more
The place is beautiful, surrounded by nature, and offers the perfect environment for teaching and practicing yoga. I felt very welcomed from the very first day — the team is warm, open-minded, and always supportive.
Teaching… read more
11 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Stefania) for host
I spent two months in Kalpitiya volunteering as a yoga teacher. Ruben and Ingrid are incredibly sweet, incredibly helpful, and always ready to support their staff. The kite camp is wonderful, with a beach overlooking the lagoon. The shala is a beautiful terrace overlooking the lagoon, an ideal place to reconnect with nature and start the morning… read more
10 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Mandy)
We are really happy that Mandy joined us as a yoga instructor at our kite camp. During her time volunteering with us, she did an amazing job leading our early morning yoga sessions. Our guests are mainly kitesurfers, and thanks to Mandy’s help, we were able to offer them these much-needed sessions. Everyone loved her yoga classes, and we highly… read more
(Excellent)
10 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Annika)
Since the first day Annika arrived, she was eager to help and genuinely interested in finding ways to contribute. We agreed that she would assist us in customizing and redesigning our website. For a long time, we had wanted to improve the design of our site, and she did a fantastic job. Now, our website looks much better thanks to Annika’s help,… read more
(Excellent)
9 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Annika) for host
I had a great time at the centre. I customised the design of the website for Ruben, the arrangements were clear.
In my free time, I tried my hand at kitesurfing and spruced up the food area with some art.
I particularly enjoyed the atmosphere, in the evenings we listened to music with the guests and locals who work there, played carrom, chatted… read more
In my free time, I tried my hand at kitesurfing and spruced up the food area with some art.
I particularly enjoyed the atmosphere, in the evenings we listened to music with the guests and locals who work there, played carrom, chatted… read more
31 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Óscar)
Oscar came to our kite camp for almost a month, and we totally recommend him. He is a really easy-going, friendly, and outgoing person. During his stay, he helped us with everything we needed, such as taking care of our guests, updating our website, establishing new online marketing campaigns, taking amazing photos and videos, and creating reels… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Óscar) for host
Maravillosa experiencia como voluntario con Rubén.
He podido disfrutar de un ambiente espectacular en esta escuela de KiteSurf, sin duda, la mejor de Sri Lanka. Rubén es una persona súper cercana, siempre dispuesta a guiarte y ayudarte a pesar de todo el trabajo que tiene en la escuela en el día a dia. Me sentí como en casa y me dio una pena… read more
He podido disfrutar de un ambiente espectacular en esta escuela de KiteSurf, sin duda, la mejor de Sri Lanka. Rubén es una persona súper cercana, siempre dispuesta a guiarte y ayudarte a pesar de todo el trabajo que tiene en la escuela en el día a dia. Me sentí como en casa y me dio una pena… read more
29 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Pedro) for host
Hola!!!
Mi experiencia aquí fue sencillamente espectacular, el trato tanto con Rubén como con Eusebi así como todo el equipo local fue genial.
A nivel kitesurf, el spot es perfecto, ideal para cualquiera que practique kite a cualquier nivel. grandes profesionales, botes de rescate y los mayores estándares relacionados con el Kite.
El club es… read more
Mi experiencia aquí fue sencillamente espectacular, el trato tanto con Rubén como con Eusebi así como todo el equipo local fue genial.
A nivel kitesurf, el spot es perfecto, ideal para cualquiera que practique kite a cualquier nivel. grandes profesionales, botes de rescate y los mayores estándares relacionados con el Kite.
El club es… read more
27 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Pedro)
Pedro vino a ayudarnos a nuestra escuela de kitesurf y se involucró desde el primer día con la gente local y con los clientes, creando muy buena atmósfera en nuestro centro de kite. Es una persona muy agradable y con conocimientos en diversas áreas. Ha demostrado su valía y nos ha aconsejado y ayudado en múltiples aspectos, como la gestión de… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Karolina) for host
Unfortunately I didn't stay for too long this time but the experience was so great I'm sure I will be back at some point! :) the atmosphere, the people and the location are amazing. Also many possible activities - yoga in the morning, kitesurfing during the day, parties in the evening. And it's very easy to meet friends there! Accomodation was… read more
6 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Perrine)
Perrine has helped us a lot in our camp. She was in charge of organizing the morning yoga lessons and she is also a very good physiotherapist. She does very good massages. very kind with everyone and she had a very good relationship with the local people helping to practice English. I definitely recommend Perrine. We look forward to having her… read more
(Excellent)
27 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Perrine) for host
wow ☀️
I spend 3 weeks in Kalpitiya with them and it was amazing.
I gave yoga class every morning outside in front of the lagoon and after I had my entire day free.
Perfect place to sleep, eat, relax, kite and meet wonderful people (every people who work there are amazing, foreigners and locals AND I discover that kite surfing had a great… read more
I spend 3 weeks in Kalpitiya with them and it was amazing.
I gave yoga class every morning outside in front of the lagoon and after I had my entire day free.
Perfect place to sleep, eat, relax, kite and meet wonderful people (every people who work there are amazing, foreigners and locals AND I discover that kite surfing had a great… read more
9 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Chanel Monique)
We are very happy with Channel volunteering with us. Unfortunately for us, she has only been 10 days. wonderful time to have her between us, giving more than we expected. Helping customers, always with a smile and very friendly with the local people. Teaching them English, card games, having nice vibes with all of us. has been a pleasure to have… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Chanel Monique) for host
Wow what a rad experience! This workaway is perfect for the thrill seekers and for those that are keen to live in the tropical jungle environment, yet with a beautiful island vibe and vast cultural experience from all the different nationalities that come to kite! I loved being part of this community, it took me about one day to adapt to the… read more
14 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kristin) for host
I was there in June and loved the experience. The team is amazing and it was fun working together with the locals and the kite instructors. There is a great atmosphere with the guests during the day at the kite surfing spot as well as at dinner and at the bar. Depending on the amount of guests some nights were longer while others were more… read more
26 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristin)
Kristin is a super nice, kind and loving person. She was always attentive, along with other volunteers, to create good vibes in our kite school. She interacted with other clients and a very good atmosphere was created during her stay. For this reason and because she has been a great help and company, we totally recommend Kristin.
Ruben&Eusebi
Ruben&Eusebi
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra & Florian)
It was a pleasure to have Sandra in our kite school. She helped us by taking care of the guests and creating a nice atmosphere with the guests, the staff and everyone in general. She also helped us with social media and with the design of our brochures, among many other things. We are super happy with Sandra and can fully recommend her
(Excellent)
11 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sandra & Florian) for host
The team is great and my stay was better than expected. It was a lot of fun and I would come again and again, thank you Ruben and Eusebi!
17 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Matteo) for host
I had an amazing experience in Kalpitiya with Ruben and Eusebi. The place has a very good, relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I immediately felt comfortable as soon as I arrived.
The local guys of the staff are great, we became good friends and they taught me a lot about the place and the Srilankan way of living. They are always ready to help you… read more
The local guys of the staff are great, we became good friends and they taught me a lot about the place and the Srilankan way of living. They are always ready to help you… read more
23 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Matteo)
Matteo is a charming and very sociable person. We are very happy with his stay in our kitesurf camp, especially because he has created a very good atmosphere and transmitted a very good vibe to everyone. He has also helped us in everything we have asked him for; entertaining clients, organizing activities, helping us move, organize and store… read more
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Josie) for host
An amazing experience!
This was my first workaway experience and
I loved all of it. This is a relaxed place with a wonderful atmosphere where you will make many friends. guests come and stay longer than at a normal hostel as they are learning to kite and I felt very lucky for this.
Ruben was a great host who was so appreciative of the work I… read more
This was my first workaway experience and
I loved all of it. This is a relaxed place with a wonderful atmosphere where you will make many friends. guests come and stay longer than at a normal hostel as they are learning to kite and I felt very lucky for this.
Ruben was a great host who was so appreciative of the work I… read more
12 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Josie)
We are so glad we had Josie with us. She is a very charismatic and positive person and always very committed to our project.
Josie has been helping us a lot with customer service and doing a tremendous job with our website, our catalogues and our social media.
We are very lucky that she came to our place. 10 marks for Josie!!
Josie has been helping us a lot with customer service and doing a tremendous job with our website, our catalogues and our social media.
We are very lucky that she came to our place. 10 marks for Josie!!
(Excellent)
12 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Elahe) for host
my second experience of workaway was super good and I do not know how should I thanks of Ruben.
He is so kind,positive,always smiling, good host,open minded,good couch.
I am really happy that I see you and work with you.
I can not believe that in the short time you teach me kitesurfing and I can experience this super sport in your beautiful kite… read more
He is so kind,positive,always smiling, good host,open minded,good couch.
I am really happy that I see you and work with you.
I can not believe that in the short time you teach me kitesurfing and I can experience this super sport in your beautiful kite… read more
12 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Elahe)
Elahi is a very enthusiastic and positive person. She is always smiling and keeping good vibes around. During her stay, she helped us a lot by giving us good tips for our social media and making nice pics and videos of our kite camp. She has been very committed to our project, that is why we are super happy with her and wishing good luck in her… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Yoav)
Yoav is very cool and enthusiastic! He came for one week as a volunteer and he got along very well with our local team, our clients and our kitesurfing instructors. He helped us by doing some nice photos of our kitesurfing camp and making a good translation of our website
Our chef Nisala has taught him how to do the shopping in the local shops… read more
Our chef Nisala has taught him how to do the shopping in the local shops… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Wanja) for host
I did my first Workaway here! It was an awesome experience for me. Ruben is a great easygoing person, so that I feel home in some seconds. The Village is a beautiful place, that you start every das with a smile on your face. :-) I did some renovation work there with the local staff. Painting, making the ceilling of some arpartments and giving a… read more
14 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Wanja)
We had Wanja helping us for a couple of weeks and we can not be happier with him! We wanted to refurbish our bungalows after the lockdown and he helped us to replace the ceilings and do some painting jobs. Also, he has been super kind and friendly with our local staff and with our guests. Wanja is the perfect man to create good vibes and spread… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Franziska & David) for host
We stayed at this host for 3 weeks and had am amazing time. Ruben and Eusebi really try to make you part of the team and give you the chance to actively participate in the whole operation. They were very fair with the amount of work that we had to do. We especially liked working with their local staff and the kite instructors.
There are many… read more
There are many… read more
14 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska & David)
I contacted Franzi & David due to the difficulty we had in Kalpitiya to find local qualified staff after the strict lockdown and they 100% supported us during busy times.
Franzi & David is the first couple that comes to our place as a work aways and we are very happy with them. They helped us a lot with everything we needed;
- Taking care of all… read more
Franzi & David is the first couple that comes to our place as a work aways and we are very happy with them. They helped us a lot with everything we needed;
- Taking care of all… read more
(Excellent)
25 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lindee) for host
Loved this experience. I highly suggest coming here and helping out. Laid back and beautiful. Spent my time painting mural. Learned to Kitesurf too. Which is a rush! Wish I could have stayed longer. Thanks Ruben. Hope to see you soon!
17 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lindee)
Having Lindee in our kitesurfing camp in Sri Lanka was really great! She painted some very nice murals inside and outside the rooms. She gave a different "touch" to the camp with more happy vibes. I would like her to stay longer .... hopefully she will come back one day!! We are missing u Lindee
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sylwia)
Sylwia is a very nice and friendly person. She has been helping us in many tasks in our bar and website! She was willing to help at any time when we asked and she was always talking and chatting with our guests. Everybody is happy with Sylwia . I totally recommend Sylwia, specially if you need somebody with very good vibes around and transmiting… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa Marie)
Lisa is one of the best workaways we have had so far. He is a very friendly person, with a very positive attitude and willing to help at any time. He has a special gift for painting too! She has painted the wall of the kite school in an amazing way. He has also painted mandalas, he has helped us in the bar and serving the customers. He is a very… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lisa Marie) for host
I spent one month and helped out with painting their logos on the walls of the kite center and also did a mandala on the floor of the yogashala. As they just opened a new location for the kite school this season there was also a lot of other chores such as cleaning out and organizing cabins and the bar. Once the season started us workawayers also… read more
18 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tina)
Tina took care of our kitesurfing school and guest house while I was spent my holidays in Spain. I feel lucky I met Tina and I am very happy she took care of our place while I was away. From the beginning I was very confident with Tina and I feel that our guest house was safe, clean and with a very good vibes around. Also, she helped us a lot… read more
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host
Kalpitiya is in a rural part of Sri Lanka, on the north west peninsula, where the roads to the kite school and accommodation are sand roads. I arrived out of season, so it was tranquility of nature all the way. The amazing beaches and lagoons with birds, cows and wildlife roaming free was breathtaking. The Sri Lankan people are the friendliest I… read more
27 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Blanca)
Blanca is like a star who shines in the sky. Blanca is the angel who came to help us and spreaded her happiness all around us. She came to our small place in Sri Lanka and made our lifes better. ALL WE LOVE YOU BLANCA, COME BACK!!!!!!!! Altough you think Eusebi is better instructor than me :(
Ruben
Ruben
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Blanca) for host
Fui para 2 semanas y me quedé un mes y pico... Recomiendo ir sin billete de vuelta :rofl: Es imposible no enamorarse del lugar, de los animales, del trabajo, de los compañeros, y sobretodo de Rubén y Eusebi. Si tenéis la posibilidad de ir, hacerlo, no os arrepentireis! (ojo ahora y no vayáis todos como locos en diciembre que estoy pensando en… read more
10 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ronja)
Ronja is super nice and friendly girl. I am more than happy that she came to help me in our kite school in Kalpitiya! She has a special energy and transmit positiviness and good vibes to whohever is around her. That is the reason we all felt a little bit sad when she left. I hope the best for you Ronja! and looking forward you are comming back… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Candice)
I am very happy with Candice! She is very friendly and easy going person. I wanted to implement a CERO plastic waste and to remove all plastic blottles from our kite school and she was the perfect person to do this job. She did it very well and all our clients were also very happy while she was here. I wish she could come back one day. Ruben
(Excellent)
4 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alejandro)
Estamos muy contentos de colaborar con Alejandro, un tipo muy majo y estupendo. Gracias a Alejandro, podemos utilizar recursos de video y fotografía que sin él no nos sería posible. Alejandro ha estado fotografiando y tomando imágines de nuestro hotel y con su dron ha realizado videos de nuestros viajes de kitesurf a las islas. Lo mejor es su… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alejandro) for host
El lugar es un paraíso, la escuela fantástica y lo que más he valorado es la calidad de las personas, tanto Rubén como Eusebi han sido tan flexibles como cercanos que he quedado encantado y en contacto permanente con ellos. Los recomiendo y espero que sigan con el proyecto creciendo y creciendo porque se lo merecen. Ellos saben lo que tienen y lo… read more
