James

United Kingdom
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I am currently

At home

Activities i am interested in:

Teaching, meditation, hiking, surfing

My next destination:
Spain
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Description

I left my previous job in 2022 to explore and work around the world, and have work experience in kitchens, gardens, hostels, and guest houses. My main passion though is teaching: I've spent 3 years teaching English in both a bilingual school and private language academy, and completed a 200 hour TEFL certificate.

I am also a qualified yoga teacher, having finished a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training course with The Yoga Institute of Mumbai, and I'm hoping to start 300 hours advanced training shortly. I'm currently looking for voluntary yoga teacher positions to gain experience in this area and to better myself as a teacher.

I consider myself to be a calm but social person who prefers to be in nature somewhere: hiking, surfing, or cycling. I'm a keen meditation practitioner and interested in volunteering at meditation and retreat centres. I enjoy travelling but also like staying in one place for longer periods, getting to know people and feeling part of a community.
Interests

Books

Languages

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Hiking

Camping

Cycling
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
German: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Eco Projects

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Light maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

Babysitting and creative play

Creative DIY projects

Able to teach about:

Languages

Teaching
More details about your skills

I am a qualified English language and yoga teacher, and also have experience in property maintenance and gardening. However I am always interested in learning new skills.
Age

34
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Preferably vegetarian

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10 Jul 2026

Left by host for Workawayer ()

James es un auténtico gentleman, es muy fácil convivir con él y ha sido muy buen jardinero y hortelano. Ha sido una gran ayuda para mi y un gran conversador, he aprendido con él un montón de cosas sobre Inglaterra!

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10 Jul 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us in our spacious house ...)

Staying with Nuria was a wonderful experience. She is a kind soul with whom I shared some great conversations, and she took the time to show me around the local area and introduce me to her friends.

Her house is very comfortable, and I felt at home there from the off. Plus, the work set is fair and easily achievable, mainly consisting of jobs in … read more

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2 Mar 2026

Left by host (Help with our projects for ...) for Workawayer ()

It was such a pleasure to welcome you to become a member of our family. Only 3 weeks, it was not a long time, but I can confidently say that you are a very warm, responsible, and composed person.

Your lessons were very engaged the children in ways that I have not seen before. You brought so much happiness and inspiration to us, especially the … read more

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14 Feb 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with our projects for ...)

I spent a wonderful 3 weeks volunteering here. Ms Thu and her family and team made me feel welcome and at home from the very start. They have big hearts and are inspiringly committed to their work and the children. The hours and work are fair, and there is plenty of opportunity to explore Hanoi and venture further afield during downtime and the … read more

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27 Jun 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help to teach English in ...)

I spent 10 months volunteering at this place and it by far surpassed any expectations I had before I arrived.

If you are looking to gain teaching experience, work with children, or experience living in Central America then I cannot recommend this school enough. Although busy at times due to a shortage of volunteers, there is no reward that can … read more

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2 Mar 2026

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14 Feb 2026

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27 Jun 2023

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22 Apr 2023

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I am so grateful to have met James and blessed us with his presence. He has good work ethic, independent, and caring. He helped build the compost bins and a potters bench, along with general tasks. He worked well with others too. We really enjoyed his stay here.

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17 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Seeking creative people to ...)

I spent ten days at Tara's property where it was a delight to work. The place is super peaceful and relaxing and it was a real pleasure getting to know Tara, her Mum and their friends. I'm really excited to hear how the property develops in the coming months, she has big plans and accomplished a great amount even in the short time I spent … read more

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