Sebastian

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Description

I’m going to finish school this year and, like many students, I want to “travel the world and meet new people.” But I don’t just want to see and visit new places — I really want to experience different parts of the world.
I had the luck living in Tunisia and Bolivia as a child/teenager and getting to know cultures that were completely new to me. So even though I was quite young at the time, I know what a big impact it can have to live in a foreign country for a while. Having daily encounters with locals, learning about their traditions and lifestyle, and simply experiencing what it’s like to actually live there — that was something truly special for me.
I believe and hope that through Workaway, I can experience this again — this time as a young adult who doesn’t really have a fixed plan for his life yet ;) I want to go out into the world, discover places I know little or nothing about, and meet incredible people along the way. Just from reading reviews by other Workawayers, I can already tell that this experience will leave a huge mark on my life.
I honestly can’t wait to get started!
A little about me:
I’m 19 years old and currently living in Germany. I’ve trained to become a snowboard instructor, so I enjoy working with and teaching children and teenagers. I went to a Waldorf school, which means I was lucky to have had practical subjects like woodworking, stone carving, copper work, and more. I also did several internships during school — on a farm, in a metal workshop, with a forestry team, and at a ski/snowboard school.
I love thrilling experiences, like tramping or hiking without knowing where I’ll spend the night. But I also really enjoy art and creating things with my hands. Thanks to my school, I was able to explore different art forms and try out various techniques. I’d say I like a mix of artistic and adventurous experiences :))

Interests

Politics / Social justice

Events & social

Sustainability

Culture

Animals

Carpentry

Gardening

Music

History

DIY & crafts

Art & design

Drawing & painting

Hitchhiking

Water sports

Camping

Nature

Winter sports

Mountain

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Adventure sports

Beach

Dancing

Languages

Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I’m interested in learning Spanish. It was actually the first language I spoke — even before German — as I was born in Bolivia. Unfortunately, I’ve forgotten all of it over the years. That’s why I’d love to reconnect with my roots and learn the language again. :) I also wouldn’t mind improving my French. I can understand most of it, but I’m still quite insecure when it comes to speaking.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Art Projects

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Babysitting and creative play

Helping around the house

General Maintenance

Languages

Life at a Farmstay

More details about your skills

As mentioned in my profile, I had the opportunity through my school to work with various materials such as wood, copper, and stone. This gave me hands-on experience in renovating, repairing, and also building new things.
Additionally, I completed an internship on a farm, where I gained experience working with animals.
I speak German as my mother tongue and am fluent in English, having spent five years at an American school in Tunisia. I can also speak French at an intermediate level.
Through my experience as a snowboard instructor, I’ve learned what it’s like to work with children and teenagers. While I’m not a professional — I only taught for two seasons — it was a valuable experience that taught me a lot.
Overall, I would say I have some practical and social experience. I’m definitely still learning and don’t consider myself an expert, but I’m eager to learn new things and try out different types of work.

Age

19

What else ...

I could add that I play the saxophone and generally love listening to all kinds of music. Also dancing at bars and in clubs is a lot of fun for me.
Hiking and tramping is something that would catch me instantly. So traveling to cities and visiting museums/theaters/bars or walking through national parks is something I would be down to do!
I’m open to meeting new people and creating amazing memories together :))

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