Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
Travelling to Phnom Penh early October 2024...all recommendations for Cambodia /Thailand welcome!
My next destination:
New Zealand - from Dec 2024 until Mar 2025 View all
Description
Very young at heart and free spirited yoga instructor (500YTT Restorative) with lots of life and people skills. Very flexible and versatile & hard working team player who interacts well with all ages. Loves animals regularly dog sits when at home.
Interests
Plant care
Nature
Culture
Yoga / Wellness
Writing
Van life
Vegetarian or vegan
Team sports
Self development
Sailing / Boating
Pets
Outdoor activities
Music
Mountain
History
Gardening
Events & social
Hiking
Fitness
DIY & crafts
Charity work
Cooking & food
Books
Beach
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
Always happy to learn basic words in all languages
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Teaching
More details about your skills
Yoga instructor, people and life skills. Was a qualified social worker educated to Masters level. Can turn my hand to most things, including practical skills. Computer literate, business & management skills & hard working
Age
60
What else ...
People skills (used to be complaints manager!) Conflict management & mediation
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoSpecial dietary requirements
Vegetarian
Feedback
11 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Enthusiastic gardeners, bird ...)
Damon's home is warm and welcoming, in a stunning oasis of lush green vegetation, flowers, trees, organic vegetables.... and Damon is one of the most amazing workaway hosts I have ever had the pleasure to meet and spend time with.... along with his cute puppy Pip.
We spent a lovely week, taking Pip for walks, visiting the beautiful beaches in… read more
We spent a lovely week, taking Pip for walks, visiting the beautiful beaches in… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Feb 2025
Left by host (Outdoor experience learning ...) for Workawayer ()
We had the pleasure to host Pennie and Robin for 2 weeks during February 2024. It was a great experience to have them both., and we highly recommend them to any host. They work well together and separately and we enjoyed their independency, care and patience that comes with maturity, experience and being a home owner themselves. Pennie has good… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Outdoor experience learning ...)
My stay with Dhara and Harideva in Motueka was a fantastic and calm experience. I was able to join them daily for Kirtan and Meditation, which I really enjoyed and appreciated. We were also fortunate to join in Dhara's yoga class a couple of times. Our space in the yoga studio was comfortable and clean, with cooking /washing up facilities and a… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Feb 2025
Left by host (Small cosy farm near ...) for Workawayer ()
Penny and Robin where lovely people who just fitted right into your schedule and lifestyle from the get go. Penny was a wonderful help in all areas and was fantastic with the children who loved spending time with her. Easily saw what needed doing and a great "pair of extra hands". We enjoyed their company and chats and they left everything… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Small cosy farm near ...)
We were privileged to be invited, as workaways, to stay with Ryan and his family, spending just under a week with them, due to our previous commitments. From the outset we were made to feel very welcome by all the family, and our accommodation was clean, spacious and away from their home offering privacy for both parties. Over the week we spent… read more
(Excellent
)
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11 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Enthusiastic gardeners, bird ...)
Damon's home is warm and welcoming, in a stunning oasis of lush green vegetation, flowers, trees, organic vegetables.... and Damon is one of the most amazing workaway hosts I have ever had the pleasure to meet and spend time with.... along with his cute puppy Pip.
We spent a lovely week, taking Pip for walks, visiting the beautiful beaches in… read more
We spent a lovely week, taking Pip for walks, visiting the beautiful beaches in… read more
(Excellent)
19 Feb 2025
Left by host (Outdoor experience learning ...) for Workawayer ()
We had the pleasure to host Pennie and Robin for 2 weeks during February 2024. It was a great experience to have them both., and we highly recommend them to any host. They work well together and separately and we enjoyed their independency, care and patience that comes with maturity, experience and being a home owner themselves. Pennie has good… read more
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Outdoor experience learning ...)
My stay with Dhara and Harideva in Motueka was a fantastic and calm experience. I was able to join them daily for Kirtan and Meditation, which I really enjoyed and appreciated. We were also fortunate to join in Dhara's yoga class a couple of times. Our space in the yoga studio was comfortable and clean, with cooking /washing up facilities and a… read more
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2025
Left by host (Small cosy farm near ...) for Workawayer ()
Penny and Robin where lovely people who just fitted right into your schedule and lifestyle from the get go. Penny was a wonderful help in all areas and was fantastic with the children who loved spending time with her. Easily saw what needed doing and a great "pair of extra hands". We enjoyed their company and chats and they left everything… read more
(Excellent)
7 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Small cosy farm near ...)
We were privileged to be invited, as workaways, to stay with Ryan and his family, spending just under a week with them, due to our previous commitments. From the outset we were made to feel very welcome by all the family, and our accommodation was clean, spacious and away from their home offering privacy for both parties. Over the week we spent… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jan 2025
Left by host (Exciting eco-build ...) for Workawayer ()
Pennie was a great workaway! I highly recommend her. She was dependable and mature. It was really lovely to have Pennie and Robin stay with me, they were such great team members but also took initiative, were adaptable when needed and responded well to requests . I highly recommend Pennie and Robin.
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Exciting eco-build ...)
Wow, what a wonderful opportunity to be part of a large multi-cultural group, working together to build the Fibonacci Cathedral. Long days, sometimes physically hard work, but seeing the walls grow & the final outcome made it all worth while. Andrea ensured healthy food was available, and rotas for cooking/ washing drying emptying the compost… read more
(Very good)
10 Jan 2025
Left by host (Help me make my home into an ...) for Workawayer ()
Hooray for mature workaways, pennie was an asset and a half to have in my home. She didn’t need to be told or directed what to do, she saw jobs and she did them . I felt 100% comfortable with her and working together and separately a massive amount got done. Thank you Pennie for your calm presence.
(Excellent)
4 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help me make my home into an ...)
Laura is kind, caring and a wonderful host. We were privileged to be able to stay with her, firstly in her home on Waiheke, then at her bach on the paradise island of Rakino. I would definitely recommend Laura as a host. Thank you so much Laura.
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2024
Left by host (Share your English speaking ...) for Workawayer ()
Big thanks 🙏 from both of you 😊
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Share your English speaking ...)
We had an amazing time at school, Paul and Sa have achieved so much to help local children improve their English. We hired a scooter and were based at the village school for a week...the kids were awesome and (mostly!) keen to learn. The teachers do an amazing job too. All the children were friendly and on our last day sang "a goodbye song" to… read more
(Excellent)
25 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Immerse yourself in rural ...)
This was my first workaway in Cambodia and my partner Robin and I organised our stay prior to leaving the UK. Communication with Chris and Ali, before and during our stay was great, and Ali was able to help to get our visas renewed whilst there.
The staff at the farm, Saoury the manager, and Malish the cook were amazing people to get to know and… read more
The staff at the farm, Saoury the manager, and Malish the cook were amazing people to get to know and… read more
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2024
Left by host (Immerse yourself in rural ...) for Workawayer ()
Pennie & Robin came to volunteer on the Farm in October-November 2024 and stayed with us for 2 weeks. We thoroughly enjoyed their visit and wish that they could have stayed longer. They blended in well with the local staff and the other volunteers and helped with a number of activities, but in partciular guiding visitors around the farm, teaching… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jun 2018
Left by host (Land stewardship and wild ...) for Workawayer ()
Pennie is a gem! Open heart and a real hard worker. Always appreciative, never counting hours, clear communicator, and did I mention she offers yoga! I will miss my personal yoga instructor in the mornings, but she left me with some tools so I can continue my self-care. I sure hope she comes back, even just for a visit, that would be nice :)
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Land stewardship and wild ...)
Wow....wow...wow...amazing location, people and just the best food I've ever eaten! Tom was a fantastic host, his neighbours and friends are all welcoming - I left having made new friends and hopefully will get back to visit....
(Excellent)
21 May 2018
Left by host (Join me and help with ...) for Workawayer ()
Pennie Thanks so much for all your help . You were a joy to have around here and we miss you but hope you are enjoying your further travels and experiences and have an open door if you should pass through this area again now or in the future any time..:) and keep that lovely smile on your face ...Cheers Graham and Keeper and Dini xx
(Excellent)
21 May 2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Join me and help with ...)
A stunning part of the world, amazing views. Graham was kind and flexible around 'work' along with being informative about the area.
(Very good)
4 May 2018
Left by host (Learn about community living ...) for Workawayer ()
Pennie was an excellent work exchanger. She was very friendly and was a big help around the house doing everything from teaching yoga to painting, gardening and cooking.
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Learn about community living ...)
What a wonderful and welcoming community house. Steve is kind and helpful, and the house is full of lovely people and really well organised. Thank you so much for my short time with you all.
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Live in the forest; calm, ...)
Wow! A workaway experience not to be missed. Beautiful and stunning location, calm and easy going home with a fantastic opportunity to learn lots of new skills, and if wished, share so much. Daily yoga, lessons, along with optional meditation and Puja, offer the chance to reflect and grow in a very supported environment. Kedarnathan and Stan are… read more
(Excellent)
31 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Penny's been staying with us for over a month. She's been amazing help in many departments, cabin maintenance, meal preparation, keeping the house organized and clean, creative art work, building a trailer and helped on some construction fields. She's self motivated and autonomous once she's assigned a tasks. She also created a yoga routine… read more
(Excellent)
