Ella

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Hi there! My name is Ella. I’m 24 years old and I was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa where I still have my home base.
Living in such a diverse country, I have been exposed to the somewhat piercing duality of abundance and scarcity that exists in this world. However to me, South Africa remains a remarkable place, filled with such rich culture and vibrancy. The nature is breath-taking, the people are open-hearted and warm, and you can never run out of things to do.

A bit about me >>>

I am in the process of starting my own online business around cyclical coaching, in which I support women with building self-trust, connecting to their intuition and leaning into their multi-dimensional expression, all through the wisdom of their bodies.

I also completed a TEFL course (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, in 2019, in which I received a TEFL Certificate. I have taught many students since, in an online 1:1 capacity.

I am passionate about so many things, namely - dance, horse-riding, nature, animals, caring for my body, my community, writing, travel, cooking and eating, connecting with my loved ones and meeting new like-hearted people... and more!

My volunteer experiences >>>

In 2019, I had three unique experiences through Workaway in England and Italy which were all inspiring, connective and fulfilling!

In that year, I also volunteered for 6 weeks at Wild Spirit Backpackers in Nature's Valley, which is up the east coast of South Africa. I worked in reception, welcoming and checking in and out guests as well as supporting them with any queries, making sure their stay was magical. This remains one of my fondest memories, and I consider that place very, very special.

I completed a two week social practical at SARDA (South African Riding for the Disabled Association), where I helped with caring for the horses as well as assisting young people who have disabilities to ride the horses. It was a gentle, humbling experience.
I also volunteered at DARG (Domestic Animal Rescue Group) helping with various tasks such as cleaning the dogs and cats' living spaces and giving them the loving attention they needed. This was right up my ally as I love, love, love animals.

I have a beautiful community of friends, many of which are foreign, and I feel this is strongly rooted in my passion for multi-cultural exploration >>>

My first ever travel begun in 2016, when I did a student exchange with a girl from the south of Germany.
She stayed with my family and I in Cape Town for three months, experiencing my school and lifestyle, and then I traveled and stayed with her for three months in her hometown and attended her school where I was granted the opportunity to meet new people, learn conversational German and explore the beautiful, historical surroundings.
I feel this is a perfect example of how travelling opens doors to create deep connections with people and different cultures, as this trip certainly opened my perspective and changed a lot for me, in a deeply positive way.

I am amazed at the opportunities offered through the forum of Workaway, and deeply inspired to experience the differences in culture and lifestyle all across the world. Meeting new people lights me up effortlessly and always allows me to grow in unexpected and delightful ways! I think it is extremely important to make space in one's life to explore out of one's comfort zone, as this is where true growth happens.

I have always been incredibly inspired by the experience of being alive and I hope to further my exploration into my relationship with myself and Life through my travel in 2024.
I always trust I will weave paths with those that I am meant to come into connection with, and so I feel excited to see where my journey takes me in this next season.

I look forward to connecting ~

Interests

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Afrikaans: Beginner
German: Beginner

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Charity Work

Art Projects

Teaching

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

More details about your skills

- I am a TEFL certified teacher.
- I am a cyclical coach for women as well as a women's circle facilitator.
- I love cooking (and I'd say I'm pretty good at it).
- I am great with writing as well as creating social media content.
- I am an experienced horse-rider and very at ease with animals in general (love dogs!).
- I am great at cultivating community and building lasting relationships.

Overall, I have good communication skills, a good sense of humour and great health. I take initiative, am trustworthy, respectful, out-going, and dedicated to encouraging others to step into their purpose, as well as fulfilling my own.

Age

24

What else ...

Travelling is an absolute joy for me, as I get to meet new people, experience new cultural ways and explore different environments. It brings me into the present moment, and inspires my whole being!

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No

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  Special dietary requirements
  I try to eat organic, whole, natural foods as much as possible (especially organic pasture-raised animal products)