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We've been a non-profit sailing association since 1982, built on communal volunteer work.
Our school holds sailing courses (dinghy boats, cruise boats, and windsurfs) for different levels: from summer weekly courses for beginners who never went on a boat before, up to winter offshore crossings for "seasoned" sailors. We're a crossroads between people and sea, and we share the desire to partake in different experiences, and enjoy nature.
Our summer school is located in Golfo delle Saline, on the breathtaking northwest side of Sardinia island (Italy). Our sailing staff runs weekly courses, while ground staff helps with the daily issues of running a school as if it were a big shared sailboat.
Join us if you want to bathe in our Mediterranean sun and learn to sail yourself!Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practiceBabysitting and creative playHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceInterests
LGBTQEvents & socialDIY & craftsGardeningCarpentryAnimalsOutdoor activitiesWater sportsNatureCampingSailing / BoatingUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We will offer accommodation and meals for the whole period, as well as the chance to try out sailing or windsurfing according to the courses' availability. Our friendly Italian staff will also bring hospitality and inclusiveness to all the group of volunteers. The blooming Mediterranean vegetation and the splendid Le Saline sand beach make this place a real paradise for nature lovers interested in sharing experiences with a friendly young bunch of sporty people.
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Help
We are looking for pragmatic and empathetic Workawayers helping us at the sailing school, mainly as ground staff.
At the moment we're looking for energized and friendly volunteers interested in helping us with general maintenance work, coordinating the kids during meals time alongside with the instructors, like the preparation of the tables and cleaning the dishes.
But also If you speak italian and have some previous experience with child/teenage care (entertainment or scout) feel free to DROP US A MESSAGE and we will be in contact if we get a free spot for you. Thank you!
We're looking for include child-care or teenagers-care (from 7 up to 17 years old) outside boating hours with age-appropriate activities and games, making sure they respect their bedtime schedule and the environment of the school.
(THIS ROLE REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE SOME BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF ITALIAN in order to interact with kids).
We’re also looking for organized and cooperative people who will take part in the regular cleaning, helping us with daily maintenance of the base and leading the students in the preparation and clearing of the tables for all the meals.Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: FluentAccommodation
We are located inside the Capo d’Orso Camping in a reserved area dedicated to the school. We offer shared dormitories in independent wood houses with bunk beds, or individual organized tents, depending on the period and the length of stay.
Our cook provides dinner and lunch to all students, staff members and future workawayers. We provide a shared storeroom (free for everybody) for breakfast and afternoon snaks.What else ...
Our nautical base is located inside a Camping connected daily by bus to the nearest town - Palau.
The nearest airport and port is in Olbia, which is approximately 1h by car and 2h by bus from the Camping.
The Camping offers many facilities: two beaches, a tennis and a football camp, a restaurant, swimming pool, café and a minimarket with ATM service.
From Palau you can take a ferry and in less than 30 min. reach "La Maddalena" Island where you can take a trip to 'Garibaldi's house' and enjoy the wonderful beaches and the crystalline sea of SardegnaA little more information
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Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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We had the great pleasure of having her for two weeks at our base and from the first moment she arrived till the very last day she was incredibly available, kind and friendly with everyone. She fulfilled her daily task with exceptional… read more
As for the work, I mainly did maintenance tasks. Alessandro is a person who accepts new ideas and… read more
Her solar and smily attitude made everyone happy and it was always a pleasure to chat with her, hearing stories about the beauty of her home in… read more
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We had the great pleasure of having her for two weeks at our base and from the first moment she arrived till the very last day she was incredibly available, kind and friendly with everyone. She fulfilled her daily task with exceptional… read more
As for the work, I mainly did maintenance tasks. Alessandro is a person who accepts new ideas and… read more
Her solar and smily attitude made everyone happy and it was always a pleasure to chat with her, hearing stories about the beauty of her home in… read more
Frederique bonded well with most of the staff (and we apologize for the one who didn't get along with!) and the other Workawayers. She quickly adapted to our routine, whether we had 60… read more
Me fui hace un par de días del camping y ya estoy pensando cuando volver jajaj :)
Muy feliz de haber compartido mi primer experiencia con estos chicos.
Aprendí un montón de italiano hablando con ellos pero de todas formas la comunicación era fácil porque varios hablan español o inglés también.
Tuve la hermosa… read more
Flor was very involved and brought a positive atmosphere to our home with her cheerful nature. She also organized yoga classes for everyone, which were much… read more
Despite the initial issues due to our school's recent… read more
I was lucky to work here as a sailing instructor. The kids were adorable! It's a real pleasure to work with them. Not to mention the fleet of dinghies in PERFECT CONDITION!
Life at Camp is very charming. Little wooden cabins and trees everywhere and big family tables to share Sergio's meals… read more
He's an honest, kind, friendly, down-to-earth, and passionate guy. Many of the maintenance works he did on the facility made it more beautiful and more comfortable for everyone. The weeks he spent with us flew by, but I'm sure that from this voluntary exchange, a beautiful friendship has been born and… read more