Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Kenya - from Jul 2025 until Sep 2025 View all
Description
Kia ora! I’m a 33-year-old from Auckland, New Zealand, with a deep love for the outdoors, adventure, and meaningful connections. Before setting off on my journey, I lived and worked in vibrant Sydney, Australia—until COVID border closures redirected my path in unexpected ways. Since then, life has led me to Europe, where I now run my own swimming coaching business in Rīga, Latvia.
With over a decade of experience as a professional swimming coach in both New Zealand and Australia, I bring strong leadership, a passion for teaching, and a warm, patient approach to working with people of all ages. Sharing knowledge and empowering others—especially through physical movement and water—is at the heart of what I do.
Beyond the pool, I thrive in natural environments. I love spending time around animals, climbing mountains, discovering hidden waterfalls, picking fresh fruit, baking, swimming in lakes, and simply living close to nature. I also deeply enjoy learning about new cultures and forming lifelong friendships with people from all walks of life.
I’m down-to-earth, hardworking, and open-hearted. Whether it’s helping with daily tasks, teaching new skills, or sharing stories over home-baked treats, I always aim to bring positive energy and curiosity into any space I’m welcomed into.
Interests
Sustainability
Vegetarian or vegan
Astronomy
Carpentry
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Water sports
Politics / Social justice
Sailing / Boating
Team sports
Nature
Outdoor activities
Mountain
Movies & TV
Music
Languages
Hitchhiking
Hiking
Gardening
Fitness
Farming
Fashion or beauty
Events & social
Culture
Camping
Charity work
Cycling
Cooking & food
Beach
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
Teaching English
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Babysitting and creative play
Animal Care
Languages
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Helping around the house
Teaching
More details about your skills
Animal Care, caring for rescued animals
Cooking/Cleaning/General household
Gardening, harvesting, weeding
Help with guests/tourists, advising
Age
33
What else ...
Enjoy a good laugh while giving new things ago
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
n/aSpecial dietary requirements
n/a
Feedback
Agnese and I had a two and a half weeks vacation in Brazil which most of that was spent travelling around and surfing.
We still wanted to see if we could do a workaway before we left and so when I saw a message from Lucas asking if we would be… read more
Although they just stayed for some days I noticed that Andrei and Agnese are very friendly, open, communicative, and transparent.
Good energies and great hugs for you
I can highlight Andrei's attitude towards work – he was… read more
I stayed almost 1 year! Felt very much part of the house (if you know what I mean)
Met and made unforgettable memories, even in -25 degrees.
Baiba, where do I start..... from helpful empathetic, fun, talented, driven young woman with much more to express.
We still keep in touch and will continue to.
I'm very much… read more
I was a bit sceptical at first with the very short notice and time span, but you two surprised me! Both of you put in more effort and work then you actually should have and I thank you soo much for that. You really helped a lot with the task at hand!!
But not only your work ethics, but also your good manners, friendly attitude… read more
Friends
Feedback
Agnese and I had a two and a half weeks vacation in Brazil which most of that was spent travelling around and surfing.
We still wanted to see if we could do a workaway before we left and so when I saw a message from Lucas asking if we would be… read more
Although they just stayed for some days I noticed that Andrei and Agnese are very friendly, open, communicative, and transparent.
Good energies and great hugs for you
I can highlight Andrei's attitude towards work – he was… read more
I stayed almost 1 year! Felt very much part of the house (if you know what I mean)
Met and made unforgettable memories, even in -25 degrees.
Baiba, where do I start..... from helpful empathetic, fun, talented, driven young woman with much more to express.
We still keep in touch and will continue to.
I'm very much… read more
I was a bit sceptical at first with the very short notice and time span, but you two surprised me! Both of you put in more effort and work then you actually should have and I thank you soo much for that. You really helped a lot with the task at hand!!
But not only your work ethics, but also your good manners, friendly attitude… read more
I had a wonderful time with Ofer, the family and the dog. Beautiful and quite place. I felt at home and I'm very thankful to have had this cultural experience. For example… read more
My kids miss him already! I haven't had… read more
Host is the most kindhearted - thanks Maggie
See you again
