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I am an artist, writer, yoga teacher and am interested in ancient cultures, health and learning of all kinds.
My next destination:
Sydney, Australia - from Dec 2025 until Jan 2026 View all
Description
Hello all (:
My name is Ailbhe (al-va). I am a multidisciplinary artist, writer and lifelong learner.
My background in yoga teaching, literature and Philosophy informs my artistic practice, which is inspired by themes of embodiment and interrelationship. With a love of plants, writing, art, and adventure, I hope to bring skills and learn something new everywhere I go. I am on workaway because I like to be immersed in the culture of different people and places, it’s an amazing way to connect and share.
I first joined work away in 2019 when my travel plans were discontinued by the pandemic - life moved other avenues and ways, and I am delighted to be back to explore the bounds and possibilities of the earth through volunteer work and exchange.
Last year (2024) I built a handmade wooden cabin home in rural Ireland with the help of family and friends. It was a big learning process and I really expanded my understanding of using power tools and crafting by hand. I also learned a lot about gardening and permaculture through my own trial and error!
I am now looking to expand into the world again and seek opportunities to share skills and knowledge and meet like minded people.
I enjoy being active anywhere windy and wild, learning about the wildlife and plants around me, gardening, writing stories, sharing ideas, philosophy, reading insightful books, conscious and sustainable living.
Another passion is plant based meals/ cooking.
I like to maintain a positive attitude in whatever I am doing, staying fully present and fluid. I love being part of a team!
I enjoy community living, having gone to boarding school and have lived amongst flatmates, roommates and friends in the years since. I understand that we are all one at the core (:
- experience in gardening and looking after the earth / environment having volunteered in local community gardens the past years
— have studied a MA in illustration from Falmouth, Cornwall, focusing my practice and research on embodiment, inter-being and ecologies of care
— carpentry and basic construction experience
- experience looking after young children, working in a kindergarten where I was in charge of leading group activities and helping students stay engaged.
- completed a TEFL qualification and have experience teaching English to students.
- 5 years experience with teaching yoga in various spots such as community, studios, parks, gyms.. I teach a mindful hatha flow with big emphasis on pranayama.
- LOVE animals of all kinds and have a life experience caring for them
- enjoy cooking, with experience cooking for large groups in retreats, families and events.
I believe it’s important to laugh, work and play hard.
Nice to meet you! (-:
Interests
Camping
Culture
Yoga / Wellness
Languages
Nature
Self development
Writing
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Plant care
Outdoor activities
Mountain
Dancing
Cooking & food
Books
Art & design
DIY & crafts
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
- registered 300hr yoga teacher with 5 years of teaching experience.
- have spent several months volunteering at retreats and communities where I helped in cooking large meals for groups.
- TEFL certified
- gardening
- Enthusiasm and adaptability
- Illustration, art and writing
- having a laugh
Age
29
What else ...
So far i’ve been teaching yoga in Dublin in studios, gyms, corporate, parks and communities. I have also experience teaching karma yoga in retreat centers and hostels.
It has been an absolute blessing, but I feel a deep wish to travel around and connect with like-minded beings around the world. . (:
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Vegetarian
Feedback
Enjoy your travels and you are welcome back any time!
Ailbhe is a very special human. She is quietly confident with a friendly personality and an infectious smile that makes you smile too.
Ailbhe always turned up to her job on time and carried out her duties to a very high standard.
She is a talented yoga teacher and… read more
Thankyou so much for hosting me at the Quinta. I spent a lovely two weeks here - it has a very peaceful, grounding energy even though it is a thriving guesthouse. My duty was to help out with the breakfast in the morning, which was always fun (: There was lots of guests coming and going during my stay so I met some… read more
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Enjoy your travels and you are welcome back any time!
Ailbhe is a very special human. She is quietly confident with a friendly personality and an infectious smile that makes you smile too.
Ailbhe always turned up to her job on time and carried out her duties to a very high standard.
She is a talented yoga teacher and… read more
Thankyou so much for hosting me at the Quinta. I spent a lovely two weeks here - it has a very peaceful, grounding energy even though it is a thriving guesthouse. My duty was to help out with the breakfast in the morning, which was always fun (: There was lots of guests coming and going during my stay so I met some… read more
Thanks so much for hosting me at your place (:
I enjoyed my stay there and found you guys to be very welcoming. I enjoyed dinner time chats and your jokes.
I would say that the work could have been more varied , as I was doing mainly weeding for the duration of my stay, and felt there was a lot expected.
However thanks… read more
You spend approximately ten days with us and we want to thank you again for your commitment at our little paradise.
Especially your eagerness with the weeding, but also the preparation of the clay for the mud wall. You accomplished the task very accurate and thoroughful. We found it interesting to exchange opinions and we liked your… read more
