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We are the largest private English language school in Tunja, Colombia (located about 2 hours north of Bogota). Our students range from very young children just starting to learn English to seasoned professionals wishing to brush up their English skills. One of our key teaching objectives is to have all of our students interact with teachers from different parts of the world so that they can also learn about different cultures while learning English.
If you have a little bit of teaching experience, pedagogic background, or English teaching certified (TELF or CELTA certified), we do accept nonnative speakers with an excellent English level, feel free to contact us
Due to the current situation, we will ask you once you get here your vaccination card (Covid-19) and this should be required in some places here in the city so you better have it always with you.
We provide accommodation and electricity, hot water, Wifi, Kitchen, gas, laptops and house facilities, and one daily lunch. In addition to this, we are offering all our volunteers the opportunity to go to the gym for free (which is close to the place they live) and a free guided tour for a nearby city which is well known for its popularity among tourists and locals.
In exchange, you will have to teach 18h between classes in-person and online classes.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Projets artistiques
Pratique d’une langue
Enseignement
Bricolage et projets de construction
Aide informatique / avec Internet
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
You will have the opportunity to know and share with a lot of local people (students, staff and people around) Colombians are famous for being friendly, and is an opportunity to practice spanish, they will be glad to help you to learn.
Also, Tunja is the capital of an area with strong cultural identity. It is an agricultural and gastronomical culture (we love potatoes and arepas). Here, you will see the marks left by previous indigenous communities (Muiscas) and a spanish colony spread in many small towns and wonderfull landscapes.
Projets impliquant des enfants
Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.
Aide
You will be teaching basic, intermediate, or advanced English classes that usually have a maximum of 14 students per class. We also provide individual private English lessons. As it was mentioned before you will work up to 18 hours weekly and some of them will be in-person and some others virtual.
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: DébutantCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
Hébergement
We have an accommodation in a fully furnished, apartment which the other teachers also live in, the room could be shared. The type of accommodation will depend on the availability. We offer full food supply as well.
Autres infos...
Tunja is located in the heart of the northern Andes, at an altitude of approximately 3,000 meters (9,000 feet), in the Colombian state of Boyacá. Boyacá was the first capital of the Colombian nation and ot is a medium-sized regional center that has many important historical places, large universities, marvelous bakeries and lovely parks. Transportation around Boyacá is easy and cheap. Bogota is only 2 hours to the south by bus. Buses works almost 24/7 From there, you can get to anywhere in Colombia (and South America).
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
We totally don't mind about people working on their own projects if they always achieve the tasks required for us. We have 30 mb internet and WIFI at the Apartment and at the Institute. We do have an all in one PC for the use of those who doesn't have one.
Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
Cet hôte a dit qu’il acceptait les personnes voyageant avec un animal.
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Plus de 2
Nombre d'heures attendues
A maximum of 18 hours per week
N° de référence hôte : 132914715914
Feedback (52)
27 févr. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Jed) pour l'hôte
Overall this was an amazing experience and I am very grateful to have had this opportunity.
This was an excellent opportunity because:
- The city (Tunja) is interesting, relaxed and safe.
-The restraunt, the gym, the institute are all in excellent locations and are good quality.
-A perfect opportunity to gain valuable and realistic teaching… read more
This was an excellent opportunity because:
- The city (Tunja) is interesting, relaxed and safe.
-The restraunt, the gym, the institute are all in excellent locations and are good quality.
-A perfect opportunity to gain valuable and realistic teaching… read more
26 févr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jed)
Jed did an excellent job here with us, all our students loved the way he did things, and our staff was more than happy to work with him.
We highly recommend Jed for any type of job, especially surrounded by people.
We highly recommend Jed for any type of job, especially surrounded by people.
(Excellent
)
4 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Wiebke) pour l'hôte
Ich hatte eine tolle Zeit in Tunja. ich verbrachte 3 Wochen am und konnte viel lernen. Die Arbeit mit den Kindern und Erwachsenen hat mir Spaß gemacht. Alle waren super freundlich. Tunja ist ruhig und ideal zum runterkommen. ich bin jeden tag ins Gym gegangen und nach dem vielen Reisen, tat es gut mal wieder eine Routine zu haben. ich empfehle am… read more
15 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Juliette)
Juliette did a very good job, our students were happy to have her here, and the other teacher learned from her. She was very professional during her time here. We highly recommend her for any kind of job, specially teaching because she is very committed and she is an excellent teacher
(Excellent
)
14 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Juliette) pour l'hôte
Leydi and Froy are the sweetest people. You will feel that they are both incredibly professional but also very caring about your wellbeing. I got food poisoning and Leydi brought me to the hospital and stayed with me the whole time.
The other teachers are great and very welcoming.
Positives:
-gym membership!!! (with an indoor pool)
-big daily… read more
The other teachers are great and very welcoming.
Positives:
-gym membership!!! (with an indoor pool)
-big daily… read more
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Exactitude du profil:
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Échange culturel:
(4.8)
Communication:
(4.9)
27 févr. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Jed) pour l'hôte
Overall this was an amazing experience and I am very grateful to have had this opportunity.
This was an excellent opportunity because:
- The city (Tunja) is interesting, relaxed and safe.
-The restraunt, the gym, the institute are all in excellent locations and are good quality.
-A perfect opportunity to gain valuable and realistic teaching… read more
This was an excellent opportunity because:
- The city (Tunja) is interesting, relaxed and safe.
-The restraunt, the gym, the institute are all in excellent locations and are good quality.
-A perfect opportunity to gain valuable and realistic teaching… read more
26 févr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jed)
Jed did an excellent job here with us, all our students loved the way he did things, and our staff was more than happy to work with him.
We highly recommend Jed for any type of job, especially surrounded by people.
We highly recommend Jed for any type of job, especially surrounded by people.
(Excellent
)
4 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Wiebke) pour l'hôte
Ich hatte eine tolle Zeit in Tunja. ich verbrachte 3 Wochen am und konnte viel lernen. Die Arbeit mit den Kindern und Erwachsenen hat mir Spaß gemacht. Alle waren super freundlich. Tunja ist ruhig und ideal zum runterkommen. ich bin jeden tag ins Gym gegangen und nach dem vielen Reisen, tat es gut mal wieder eine Routine zu haben. ich empfehle am… read more
15 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Juliette)
Juliette did a very good job, our students were happy to have her here, and the other teacher learned from her. She was very professional during her time here. We highly recommend her for any kind of job, specially teaching because she is very committed and she is an excellent teacher
(Excellent
)
14 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Juliette) pour l'hôte
Leydi and Froy are the sweetest people. You will feel that they are both incredibly professional but also very caring about your wellbeing. I got food poisoning and Leydi brought me to the hospital and stayed with me the whole time.
The other teachers are great and very welcoming.
Positives:
-gym membership!!! (with an indoor pool)
-big daily… read more
The other teachers are great and very welcoming.
Positives:
-gym membership!!! (with an indoor pool)
-big daily… read more
27 oct. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel was a good teacher, some students really had their best time learning English while he was working with them.
Must part of the staff got a very good time and they learned a lot from him, we highly recommend him as a workawayer because he is very committed with his duties
Must part of the staff got a very good time and they learned a lot from him, we highly recommend him as a workawayer because he is very committed with his duties
(Très bien
)
26 oct. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Daniel) pour l'hôte
I taught English at the institute for 3 weeks. The students were so nice, my colleagues were helpful and kind, and I got to know Tunja.
It was my first time teaching English through workaway. The communication with the team is excellent, the one plate that you are provided is big, and you have enough free time and time to do your preparation. The… read more
It was my first time teaching English through workaway. The communication with the team is excellent, the one plate that you are provided is big, and you have enough free time and time to do your preparation. The… read more
26 oct. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ava)
Ava did an excellent job here with us, we had a very good time and we learned so much from her. All our students were so happy having her here around, we are looking forward to having her again. Thank you so much.
(Excellent
)
18 sept. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Ava) pour l'hôte
As this is my first workaway experience, I really had no idea what to expect.
- If you don't speak Spanish, it will be hard to communicate with the locals, I was lucky that I had other volunteers/staffs that was there to help me in this situation (My ass would've been done for if I didn't).
- You do have to plan your own lessons once you… read more
- If you don't speak Spanish, it will be hard to communicate with the locals, I was lucky that I had other volunteers/staffs that was there to help me in this situation (My ass would've been done for if I didn't).
- You do have to plan your own lessons once you… read more
14 sept. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Joel)
Joel was outstanding, he did an excellent job here and all the staff was so happy having him here.
His tech abilities were so useful and we learned a lot from him, we are wishing to have him back in the future.
His tech abilities were so useful and we learned a lot from him, we are wishing to have him back in the future.
(Excellent
)
12 sept. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Joel) pour l'hôte
I had a great time teaching at the school in Tunja. The staff at the school were so nice and acomodating.
Pro: -The meal provided was delicious and nutritious.
-the WiFi at the appartment was fast and reliable
-Tunja is a safe city
-the students were cool
-the teaching requirement are super easy
-lots of cafes and great restaurants nearby
-You… read more
Pro: -The meal provided was delicious and nutritious.
-the WiFi at the appartment was fast and reliable
-Tunja is a safe city
-the students were cool
-the teaching requirement are super easy
-lots of cafes and great restaurants nearby
-You… read more
6 sept. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mégane)
Megane was an excellent teacher here, a very large number of students loved her job and had a very good time with her.
She was very nice and kind and very professional.
The Institute staff had a great time while she was there and for sure they learnt from her
She was very nice and kind and very professional.
The Institute staff had a great time while she was there and for sure they learnt from her
(Excellent
)
6 sept. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Mégane) pour l'hôte
I had a good experience at the Institute! Thanks to Santiago, Cristina, Leidy and Sandra ! The students are nice and easy going.
The Institute is well located in Tunja. As a volunteer, you'll have every other weekend off in order to discover towns near Tunja which is nice. My last week was the best week I had there, we were really involved in… read more
The Institute is well located in Tunja. As a volunteer, you'll have every other weekend off in order to discover towns near Tunja which is nice. My last week was the best week I had there, we were really involved in… read more
13 juil. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Danny)
We highly recommend Dan as a volunteer, he did an outstanding job here, all the students loved his classes and the staff was happy having him here around.
(Excellent
)
1 juil. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (LUIS)
Luis was perfect for us, with his experience and knowledge he helped a lot with our project and all our students loved having him as a teacher, we highly recommend him for any kind of position
(Excellent
)
1 juil. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (LUIS) pour l'hôte
I had a great time in Tunja. The teachers were welcoming, friendly, and supportive. You have time to plan your lessons and the freedom to incorporate several teaching methods that suit students’ needs. Teaching students was very gratifying because they are kind and willing to learn. I gained a lot of vital work experience and expanded my teaching… read more
1 juil. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Joe)
Joe was an excellent teacher, students loved his methods to teach and in general, all the staff was happy having him here, his help was very important to improve our teaching process
(Excellent
)
19 juin 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Joe) pour l'hôte
Had a really great time at the Institute! Froi, Cris and everyone is really welcoming and helpful, the students are great and I learnt so much teaching here :)
23 mai 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Freya)
Freya was a wonderful workawayer, all our students loved to have her around. She always did an outstanding job here. We are looking forward to having her one more time in the future. We highly recommend Freya
(Excellent
)
23 mai 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Hershy)
Hershy was nice from the moment he arrived however he just did a day of work and then abandoned the position. So it was difficult to try to cover his duties with our students and also with the contract we had with the restaurant.
We don't recommend him because of his lack of responsibility and commitment
We don't recommend him because of his lack of responsibility and commitment
(Négatif
)
17 avr. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Annalise) pour l'hôte
Great Workaway program by far. You will feel so comfortable here, and your skills will expand so greatly in many areas. Staff is incredibly friendly and they are so willing to help you in anything you may need, especially Froi. As well, lessons are easy to plan and students are kind. May help if you can speak a bit of Spanish. Can't say enough… read more
23 mars 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jed)
Jed did a lovely job here with us and our students. Despite he didn't have too much experience teaching he learned so fast and he did an outstanding job, all the students and teachers had a good time around him and our students had the opportunity to learn from British culture with an excellent teacher.
Jed was so kind and polite and we are… read more
Jed was so kind and polite and we are… read more
(Excellent
)
20 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Jed) pour l'hôte
I really enjoyed my time in Tunja! All the staff are so friendly and welcoming, it felt so special to be welcomed into their lives as I was! The level of work you have to do is communicated clearly, and it's a mix of online and in-person lessons. The students are great to teach, they're all very polite and have a desire to learn, which made… read more
23 mars 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Aidan)
Aidan was the perfect sample of Irish kindness and responsibility. We all had a perfect time working with Aidan and we learned so much from him.
We truly recommend Aidan as a workawayer, you won't regret having the opportunity of learning from him.
We are looking forward to having him back in the future, all our students loved the way he helped… read more
We truly recommend Aidan as a workawayer, you won't regret having the opportunity of learning from him.
We are looking forward to having him back in the future, all our students loved the way he helped… read more
(Excellent
)
11 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Aidan) pour l'hôte
I spent a fantastic month teaching at the institute in Tunja. The schedule is very fair giving you lots of free time and the classes were enjoyable. The staff here are incredible and made me feel at home from the first day, they are now great friends and I plan to return before I leave colombia. The free lunch is delicious and the apartment is… read more
8 mars 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Brandon)
Having Brandon with us was a really amazing experience, he was so kind and polite all the time, we learned so much from him and we are sure he will take with him a piece of Colombia whenever he will be. As a teacher, Brandon did an outstanding job with our students and for sure they will miss him. As a friend, all our teachers felt so comfortable… read more
(Excellent
)
4 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Brandon) pour l'hôte
I enjoyed my time in Tunja. It was filled with fantastic people at the institute and good times because of the very welcoming staff. The students themselves were all great and willing to learn which helps a lot. You will have to do some lesson planning yourself, but after the first few times, it gets easier. The lunch is pretty good and… read more
8 févr. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Froi & Joha)
These guys were amazing here. Froi helped us a lot with our teachers and his experience, he was a good teacher and a perfect worker.
Joha did a great job helping our kids and collaborating with us, she was a good listener and she was always trying to help.
We highly recommend these guys, they were awesome.
Joha did a great job helping our kids and collaborating with us, she was a good listener and she was always trying to help.
We highly recommend these guys, they were awesome.
(Excellent
)
25 janv. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Martin) pour l'hôte
I spent at the institute in Tunja 2 months. I really enjoyed my stay there. I stayed in a private room in a quite neighborhood within the walking distance to the institute. I was also given food vouchers - so I didn't have to care about preparing lunch. I was teaching fair amount of lessons every week - so I had time to work on my private projects… read more
2 janv. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Martin)
Having Martin here was an amazing experience. He is a very kind person and a very hard worker. We enjoyed having him around and learning from his knowledge. He was a good teacher and he even helped us with some computational stuff, so all the experience was outstanding
(Excellent
)
22 avr. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Melissa)
Melissa was a great help for our institute, she adapted easily, she let us wonderful memories, our students miss her cooking lesson and our staff too. She made really good recipes and she and the other volunteers decided to help us to organize the Shrove Tuesday. It was a great event, our students were really happy with her job, she stayed around… read more
(Excellent
)
14 avr. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Melissa) pour l'hôte
How can I sum up my time in Tunja?! It was really well coordinated by Leonardo from the start to finish. The staff and Colombian teachers were so welcoming and friendly. The apartment was great, and very well situated to town and the school is a two minute walk away! I miss Cici our (Colombian mama) who cooked us lunch most days and gave us the… read more
10 avr. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Madison)
Madison taught from January 31, 2020 to March 16, 2020. Unfortunately, her time with us was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she decided to come back home. Madison is Cheerful, she made part of our family easily, she adapted herself, she was always in a good disposition to help others with excellent ideas or just helping us with some… read more
(Excellent
)
6 janv. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rachel)
Rachel meant a lot for our teamwork of the end of 2019. She has fulfilled the duties assigned to her. She is committed to the wellbeing of our institute. She is always available to help. She is active in our school community. She is sociable, students feel confident with her, her classes are dynamic and full of meaningful activities. She creates… read more
(Excellent
)
31 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Rachel) pour l'hôte
I had the best experience living in Tunja and working here - I really do wish I had stayed longer. From the beginning, Leonardo was amazing at communicating all the necessary information and helping with everything prior to my arrival in Tunja, right up to airport transfers and advice on buses etc. Tunja is a lovely typical Colombian town and I… read more
26 déc. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Basil)
Basil was a great help for the institute he was the last person leaving this year. We appreciate his help. He was very professional. Punctual. He helped a lot in our community. We recommend him to any teaching position. He was adaptable. He was interested in getting to know the Andean culture. He enjoys his time in colombia.
Thanks for visiting… read more
Thanks for visiting… read more
(Excellent
)
20 déc. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Roberto)
Roberto is a really smart guy. He was always learning new languages and improving their language skills. He stayed with us for a long period. It’s a shame he needed to come back to Italy. We really appreciate his work in our community. For us was a important to learn about his country and his culture. Roberto has been one of the best volunteers we… read more
(Excellent
)
20 nov. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Roberto) pour l'hôte
I spent almost 3 months in Tunja volunteering. The city is really safe, not too big and not too small and it gives you the opportunity to experience an authentic Colombian lifestyle.
All the staff at the institute was always willing to help, really polite and the atmosphere was warm and friendly from the beginning. During my time there I had the… read more
All the staff at the institute was always willing to help, really polite and the atmosphere was warm and friendly from the beginning. During my time there I had the… read more
20 déc. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rhysha & Alexander)
We have no words to express the gratitude for these two. They adapted easily to Túnja. They enjoyed it the most. They were really kind. Our students loved them. They where very professional. It’s a pleasure for us to recommend both of them. We appreciate you interest in getting immerse inside the Andes of Colombia.
As we say in Spanish “Nuestra… read more
As we say in Spanish “Nuestra… read more
(Excellent
)
21 nov. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Rhysha & Alexander) pour l'hôte
This was our first workaway in Colombia and we spent 6 weeks working at Blighty and it was an incredible experience.
We helped about 4-6 hours a day Monday-Thursday and worked every other Friday/Saturday. We had the chance to teach a range of classes from A1-B2 and group to private classes and this was vital experience, especially if you’re… read more
We helped about 4-6 hours a day Monday-Thursday and worked every other Friday/Saturday. We had the chance to teach a range of classes from A1-B2 and group to private classes and this was vital experience, especially if you’re… read more
2 oct. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (James)
James was amazing, During this time, he has fulfilled the duties assigned to him. He is active in our school community. He demonstrated responsibility, honesty and accomplished all the required teaching tasks at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. James was really honest volunteer. He says what he thinks and that let him encourage and… read more
(Excellent
)
1 oct. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (James) pour l'hôte
I really enjoyed my time here. It was nice teaching and we were looked after very well but a lovely lady called Ceci who cooked the most amazing meals for us and cleaned the apartment. All the staff and other workawayers were amazing and very friendly and it was all amazing until the last week when the owner went on a power trip and stop giving… read more
19 août 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Molly)
Molly was cooperative, attentive, She developed amazing lessons plans and worked on new activities and great material. She is punctual responsible. She booked his arrival since January, she is very organized. She has adapted herself to the apartment and his coworkers really well. It is a pleasure to have her here with us sharing his culture and… read more
(Excellent
)
6 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Molly) pour l'hôte
I have only spent about three weeks in Tunja so far, but it has already been an incredibly exciting and rewarding experience. From the moment I arrived, everyone was so welcoming and supportive, helping me to settle into my home and routine. I live in a comfortable and spacious apartment with the other volunteer teachers, and it is an amazing… read more
19 août 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Dan)
Dann was a rely adventurous guy, he had new ideas at all the time when planning lessons. He was really really responsible. He extended his staying. He always communicates and interacts to tell us what his plans are in order to organize his working hours. Dann has discovered the magic inside Tunja and the wonders of Colombia. We feel really honored… read more
(Excellent
)
5 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Dan) pour l'hôte
This was my first workaway experience and it was better than I could have hoped for! Everyone at the institute is so welcoming and friendly and the students are interested and willing to learn that going in for lessons doesn't even feel like work. The apartment that you stay in, and share with the other volunteers, is amazing and only a minute… read more
19 août 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nicholas)
Since de begging nick gave us his smile at all the time. He is easygoing, friendly thanks to this he promoted a lot the good work ambiance. He is really organized. He is also so responsible. He send his lesson plans on time. He developed great and variated activities, great material. He put a lot of effort on his role at the Institute. Nick really… read more
(Excellent
)
5 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Nicholas) pour l'hôte
I hardly have words to describe my time in Tunja and at the institute. I loved every second and leaving was the worst part of my time in Boyacá.
The institute is a beautiful space where everyone is willing to help you and encourage you to be a better teacher. Everyone who teaches and attends the institute are some of the nicest people I've met.… read more
The institute is a beautiful space where everyone is willing to help you and encourage you to be a better teacher. Everyone who teaches and attends the institute are some of the nicest people I've met.… read more
12 août 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah had a wonderful time at our institute and so did we!! Our students loved her. She has a lot of experience in working with children. She was proactive, helpful, she accomplished with all the tasks assigned to her. She was on time. She was good designing Class material. Her lessons were really didactic. She worked her lessons teaching through… read more
(Excellent
)
4 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Sarah) pour l'hôte
My stay in Tunja was better than I could have ever imagined! Tunja is a wonderful place filled with friendly, welcoming people. Everyone, from the staff to the students to the locals to the other foreign teachers, welcomed me with open arms. Tunja is small and safe with plenty to do to keep you busy in your free time. I was able to really get to… read more
14 juin 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Remington & Connor)
They came for 2 months and they were able to stay until 6 months, (that is our longest visa per year), these two guys, fulfilled our hearts with joy thanks to their commitment and work, they enjoy the city, and the new apartment, in company of Ceci (our cook and magical godmother), our students love their classes, they are committed and… read more
(Excellent
)
13 juin 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Remington & Connor) pour l'hôte
This Workaday Is perfect for anyone who wants to spend a little time in one place and really get to know the Colombian people and culture. I highly recommend this place and think you will love it too. I signed up for 2 months and ended up staying around 4 months and I wanted to stay longer but there were problems with the VISA.
Tunja is a… read more
Tunja is a… read more
14 mai 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Mark) pour l'hôte
If you’re looking for an easy volunteer position, then this isn’t the one for you. This position demands a lot of hours both teaching and lesson planning. But if you don’t mind putting in the work and you are also looking to immerse yourself in the culture, then you will have the chance to do exactly that. Colombia is filled with kind and… read more
4 avr. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mark)
Mark was a great teacher, so dedicated, committed to the wellbeing of our institute. He is always available to help, especially when the tasks involve teaching cultural aspects. He is a good lesson planner, he creates a variety of activities for different topics. He is closer and sociable with students, he has a really good communication with… read more
(Excellent
)
28 avr. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Joseph)
Joe stayed with us 3 of 2 months he was supposed to stay, during this time he improved a lot his teaching skills. He was committed to our academy and the Volunteer program. He was sharing at all the time about his culture. He was proud of being Irish, we do learnt tons of things from him about his country. (We will miss you in the next pancake’s… read more
(Excellent
)
27 avr. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Joseph) pour l'hôte
I volunteered at the Institute for 3 months, I was supposed to only stay for 2 months but I really felt at home here so I decided to extend my stay, I made some amazing friends during my time in Tunja and I plan on returning later in the year. At the Institute the staff are really helpful and Carolina the academic coordinator does an amazing job… read more
4 avr. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rachel)
Rachel was fantastic teacher that took care of her profession the whole time she stayed with us, she is really a treasure, She is committed to the wellbeing of our institute. She is always available to help. She is active in our school community. She is sociable, students feel confident with her, her classes are dynamic and full of meaningful… read more
(Excellent
)
10 déc. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vladimir & Stephanie)
Vlad is an amazing human being, super easygoing, traveler, adventurer. He is an expert he provides full and extra information to our students about the topics when they required it. He planned awesome lessons he was always on time. He was doing a great job at all the time. He shared some of his music and traditions with our students. He was always… read more
(Excellent
)
10 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Vladimir & Stephanie) pour l'hôte
Hi, my dear Colombian colleagues and friends!
I´ve spent over here almost 2 months and I would say that it was definitely positive experience, that was my first workaway experience and I´ve never regretted that I decided to come here.
Teaching and sharing with local people every day make you happier and more confident that there is nothing… read more
I´ve spent over here almost 2 months and I would say that it was definitely positive experience, that was my first workaway experience and I´ve never regretted that I decided to come here.
Teaching and sharing with local people every day make you happier and more confident that there is nothing… read more
10 déc. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Malgo & Michal)
We enjoyed the time with Malgo here at the institute as much as we could. She was adventurous, creative, spontaneous, adaptable and easygoing. She could get immerse into culture thanks to all the travels she did around Colombia. She has a lot of patience, activities and ideas when working with youngsters. She was one of the favorite teachers for… read more
(Excellent
)
10 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Malgo & Michal) pour l'hôte
I had a really great time at the institute! It is a perfect place for someone who prefers towns to big cities and is interested in integrating with the locals. I made great friends not only with other teachers but also with the students with whom I learnt more about culture and habits (amazing!). What was a kind of surprise to me was the fact that… read more
10 déc. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ercan)
Ercan was a great help for all of us, he really became part of our family, he was super helpful respectful committed, responsible, he was totally a team member. He did an awesome video about our place in YouTube, his lessons are interesting. He’s easy-going and also an awesome cook, He was a great ambassador of his culture in our country, thanks… read more
(Excellent
)
10 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Ercan) pour l'hôte
totally great experience.everyone at the institute makes you feel like you are part of the family in your first day.spending time with students and other volunteers was the best part of this experience.tunja is a beautiful and secure town to be.locals are amazing,you learn a lot of spanish while you are there.it s a such a laid back place that you… read more
15 sept. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Frédérique)
We had an amazing time with Fred, she was super helpful, open minded, hard worker, adaptable, our students loved her, we had a great farewell sharing time, we had the opportunity to teach her some Spanish, by the time she left she was using a lot of Colombian slang (We’re proud of that), We will be always grateful with her for discovering all the… read more
(Excellent
)
23 mai 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Frédérique) pour l'hôte
I had an amazing time in Tunja and at the institute. Everyone made me feel super welcome, including the students. I have some experience in teaching, and this one is by far the best.
The feeling you get when you take the time to spend a few months in the same city is awesome, and I couldn't have chosen a better city than Tunja to do so. It's in… read more
The feeling you get when you take the time to spend a few months in the same city is awesome, and I couldn't have chosen a better city than Tunja to do so. It's in… read more
23 févr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Lewis) pour l'hôte
Incredible insitutue full of good people and a professionally fun environment. From my arrival and meeting Manuel who picked me up from the bus station and took me to the clean, modern apartment in Tunja.
I really appreciated that and the friendly impression fro Manuel was just the beginning, after meeting everyone at the institute I couldn't… read more
I really appreciated that and the friendly impression fro Manuel was just the beginning, after meeting everyone at the institute I couldn't… read more
21 déc. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Ryan) pour l'hôte
I spent a great couple of months living and working in Tunja.
I was surprised by Colombia: it’s just a very welcoming, inviting place. The students were some of the best I’d ever taught, and always made classes interesting, engaging, and fun. And since the school allows its teachers a lot of freedom, it was a nice opportunity to experiment with… read more
I was surprised by Colombia: it’s just a very welcoming, inviting place. The students were some of the best I’d ever taught, and always made classes interesting, engaging, and fun. And since the school allows its teachers a lot of freedom, it was a nice opportunity to experiment with… read more
8 nov. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Andrew & Belen) pour l'hôte
We volunteered here for two months and loved it! The city is small and safe, and the surroundings offer nice little towns to visit. The staff and students are very easy-going. One can walk everywhere and the prices are cheap. Nevertheless, the best part about this experience is the people of Tunja: they are extremely friendly and welcoming – we… read more
4 oct. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Andres)
Andres!!
You was always a person with a great mood looking for create a friendly atmosphere. Thanks fro your time here and welcome always. It was delightful count with your help in this crew. See you later amigo (with Argentinian accent). The team.
You was always a person with a great mood looking for create a friendly atmosphere. Thanks fro your time here and welcome always. It was delightful count with your help in this crew. See you later amigo (with Argentinian accent). The team.
(Excellent
)
2 sept. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Andres) pour l'hôte
I volunteered at this institute for 10 weeks, and would have stayed longer if I could have. Tunja is a nice city, and the surrounding area is beautiful, but what really made the experience for me were the fellow staff and, most of all, the students, who are all incredible. I have left with some really great memories as well as new friends who I… read more
1 oct. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Caroline) pour l'hôte
Thank you so much for this fabulous experience!! The two months were well spent, the apartment was nice with everything weed needed and close to the two different buildings. I was so sad to say goodbye to the students and staff, bye the end of the two months everyone was family and I will definitely keep in touch. Thanks again!!!
21 sept. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Kamilla) pour l'hôte
I'd like to thank everyone for the amazing experience! It was my first workaway job - couldn't have been better. I stayed with a host family for 2.5 months while teaching in Tunja. It is a safe and small city but has everything I needed! Plenty of time to travel around or take time off to relax. The working hours vary between 4-6 hours daily - 4… read more
11 sept. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Hugh) pour l'hôte
I had a fantastic time volunteering with the institute for 2 months. I had been in Colombia for a short while beforehand but I was extremely excited to experience some of the finer parts of a foreign culture; things which as a tourist you would otherwise miss. The staff and students, in particular, are welcoming and helpful in any way they can be.… read more
6 juil. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Kristiina) pour l'hôte
I stayed two months in Tunja in a really great host family. I felt really welcome there. Also everybody in the institute, the staff and the students were really nice and I enjoyed working there. I taught different levels and different ages and got some really good teaching experience. Tunja is a peaceful town and surrounded by a lot of beautiful… read more
19 juin 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alexis)
Dear Alexis!!!
We are very glad that you enjoy stay here and know a beautiful piece of our land. It was nice to know that you came back to your country full of histories and memories. We also will remember you as kind and happy person full of Energy, with a great capacity to make friends. Your host family will miss you also. You are welcome… read more
We are very glad that you enjoy stay here and know a beautiful piece of our land. It was nice to know that you came back to your country full of histories and memories. We also will remember you as kind and happy person full of Energy, with a great capacity to make friends. Your host family will miss you also. You are welcome… read more
(Excellent
)
2 juin 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Alexis) pour l'hôte
This was my first workaway experience and I couldn't ask for anything better! I taught English here for a little over 2 months and stayed with a Colombian family. The people from the Institute are incredibly friendly and kind. The Spanish classes and occasional salsa lessons were an amazing opportunity for us to integrate and to have an… read more
10 juin 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tim)
Hey Loco Tim!!!
For us it was pleasure that you decide stay with us and even more, decide to extend your stay until 6 months. It was really nice count with your warm and friendly personality who makes your classes even more enjoyable.
We wish you the best and you are always welcome to share time and jokes.
For us it was pleasure that you decide stay with us and even more, decide to extend your stay until 6 months. It was really nice count with your warm and friendly personality who makes your classes even more enjoyable.
We wish you the best and you are always welcome to share time and jokes.
(Excellent
)
18 avr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Tim) pour l'hôte
I spent 6 months teaching English at this institute, and I am happy to say that it was time well spent. Everybody at the institute, both students and teachers, are like a family. I never had any issues with working here and I would be happy to do it again. This is a great opportunity for meeting wonderful people, exploring Boycacá and improving… read more
24 avr. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ben & Desirée)
Helllo Ben and Desiree.
It is been a while from the last time and now you most be in one other amazing place in your travel life stile. Thanks for your cooperation and sharing your experience and histories. It is very nice how you work as a team with Desiree. That is very inspiracy.
We wish you good Travels and nice histories
The Team
It is been a while from the last time and now you most be in one other amazing place in your travel life stile. Thanks for your cooperation and sharing your experience and histories. It is very nice how you work as a team with Desiree. That is very inspiracy.
We wish you good Travels and nice histories
The Team
(Excellent
)
22 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Ben & Desirée) pour l'hôte
Mucho gusto! Mucho trabajo!
Thanks to the amazing students, volunteers, teachers and staff for a new very special experience during 3 months.
The language institute in safe Tunja gives a lot to the volunteers (free accommodation, food, Spanish classes etc.), but we also gave our best efforts.
Because we wanted to realize interesting classes… read more
Thanks to the amazing students, volunteers, teachers and staff for a new very special experience during 3 months.
The language institute in safe Tunja gives a lot to the volunteers (free accommodation, food, Spanish classes etc.), but we also gave our best efforts.
Because we wanted to realize interesting classes… read more
24 avr. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Isis)
Isis!!
A little late our reply. My apologies for that. But is also a new oportunity to say you again thaks.
Your compromise with the institute and the way how you connect with people was amazing.
Thank you for been here and give the oportunity to make part of you histories in Colombia.
Welcome always.
The Team
A little late our reply. My apologies for that. But is also a new oportunity to say you again thaks.
Your compromise with the institute and the way how you connect with people was amazing.
Thank you for been here and give the oportunity to make part of you histories in Colombia.
Welcome always.
The Team
(Excellent
)
18 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Isis) pour l'hôte
Hi
I loved to teach in Tunja. The staff is super kind and helpful. The students are wonderful and I'm already missing them. Last year I graduated as an English teacher in Belgium and I wanted my first real work experience to be abroad. That's why I taught at this lovely institute. The city itself is not really my cup of tea, but it's very peaceful… read more
I loved to teach in Tunja. The staff is super kind and helpful. The students are wonderful and I'm already missing them. Last year I graduated as an English teacher in Belgium and I wanted my first real work experience to be abroad. That's why I taught at this lovely institute. The city itself is not really my cup of tea, but it's very peaceful… read more
12 déc. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Klaudia & Anna)
Klaudia and Anita!!
For sure it was a really good change to know you two. There were very good moments that we had the change to share. Not to mention that you are excellent teacher and your students will miss you a lot. Nuestra casa es tu casa. Feel free to come and we could make the plans non marked on the list.
Thanks a lot
For sure it was a really good change to know you two. There were very good moments that we had the change to share. Not to mention that you are excellent teacher and your students will miss you a lot. Nuestra casa es tu casa. Feel free to come and we could make the plans non marked on the list.
Thanks a lot
(Excellent
)
5 déc. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Klaudia & Anna) pour l'hôte
It was our first workaway experience. We had an awesome time teaching in Tunja for around two months. The students were beyond amazing! They were kind,curious, eager to learn and achieve their goals. It was so difficult to say goodbye.
Unforgettable time filled with loads of fun, laugh and love that comes from all the people...
When it comes… read more
Unforgettable time filled with loads of fun, laugh and love that comes from all the people...
When it comes… read more
29 nov. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Adam)
Hey Adam!!!
Thanks four you being here. It was a really nice crew that time and a very nice atmosphere from you and the other teachers. Im glad that you had a great time here and hope your salsa and regeeton skills increase enough. Also the waterfall plan will be here for the next time you decide to come back and visit. You are always welcome.
Thanks four you being here. It was a really nice crew that time and a very nice atmosphere from you and the other teachers. Im glad that you had a great time here and hope your salsa and regeeton skills increase enough. Also the waterfall plan will be here for the next time you decide to come back and visit. You are always welcome.
(Excellent
)
25 nov. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Adam) pour l'hôte
I cannot recommend this workaway more. I had an amazing experience here at the institute for 2 months of my trip and it was sad to leave. Jay, Manuel, Mayerlin, Andres, Camilo, Juan and all the staff could not have made my time here more special. They are always there to talk or help you with any problems you may have, but also they are… read more
23 oct. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Erin)
Erin!!!
Thanks for everything. It is really nice know a person so hardworker and commiment. Also you was always with an smile that creates a very warm atmosphere in every that you do. We totally recomended you any other host, If you need a personalized recomendation, only let us to know.
You can visit us whenever you want to make new moments… read more
Thanks for everything. It is really nice know a person so hardworker and commiment. Also you was always with an smile that creates a very warm atmosphere in every that you do. We totally recomended you any other host, If you need a personalized recomendation, only let us to know.
You can visit us whenever you want to make new moments… read more
(Excellent
)
9 oct. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Erin) pour l'hôte
I had a great experience working in Tunja! From the moment I arrived everyone was so kind and welcoming, which I really appreciated.
Teaching classes is a lot of fun! This Workaway does involve a lot of work some weeks, but I really enjoyed the work so that was ok. The students (mostly teenagers and adults) are great and so much fun to work… read more
Teaching classes is a lot of fun! This Workaway does involve a lot of work some weeks, but I really enjoyed the work so that was ok. The students (mostly teenagers and adults) are great and so much fun to work… read more
8 sept. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Stephanie)
Dear Stephanie
We want to say thank you for your time here. Your commitment with your classes was impressive. You really love your work. Your zombie classes as well, haha.
We hope you the best.
The staff
We want to say thank you for your time here. Your commitment with your classes was impressive. You really love your work. Your zombie classes as well, haha.
We hope you the best.
The staff
(Excellent
)
28 juil. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Stephanie) pour l'hôte
I echo the sentiment of the fellow teachers who wrote reviews. This was my best workaway experience so far. I volunteered for the institute during 2.5 fun-filled months and would highly recommend this organization.
The students are the absolute “luces de mi vida,” and the fellow volunteers became like a family. The staff was always helpful and… read more
The students are the absolute “luces de mi vida,” and the fellow volunteers became like a family. The staff was always helpful and… read more
13 juil. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Sarah ) pour l'hôte
I volunteered here for 2.5 months and it was the greatest experience of my life! The institute itself is better than what I could have imagined before arriving. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and obviously very Colombian, so it helps if you are an outgoing warm person because that is what Colombian people are like. I got to live… read more
8 juin 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Thomas)
Tom!!
Thanks for your review. We are very gratefully with your stay at the institute. It was a nice time and you are a very responsible and commiment person. I wish you the best.
The team.
Thanks for your review. We are very gratefully with your stay at the institute. It was a nice time and you are a very responsible and commiment person. I wish you the best.
The team.
(Excellent
)
1 juin 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Thomas) pour l'hôte
Spent 2 months teaching here in Tunja. Overall was very happy with the tasks, the living conditions, and the staff you help.
Some individual comments:
Help: hours will vary depending on the number of volunteers present, but will be anywhere between 15-25 hours.
The place: You'll teach a wide range of ages and abilities, you have good access… read more
Some individual comments:
Help: hours will vary depending on the number of volunteers present, but will be anywhere between 15-25 hours.
The place: You'll teach a wide range of ages and abilities, you have good access… read more
20 avr. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Reese) pour l'hôte
I had an absolute blast teaching English in Tunja! This place is a private English institue, and everyone there is una chimba! (colombian for awesome but also means something else ;)) I made a ton of friends between the students and other volunteers and Colombian staff. I was there for 3 months and I spent this time staying with the family of one… read more
9 févr. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Mike) pour l'hôte
I would highly recommend staying here to anyone who is interested in experiencing some true Colombian culture in a city which is off the general tourist route. There are plenty of picturesque and beautiful towns around the area which are also untouched and breathtaking. With free salsa and Spanish classes along with a truly friendly and outgoing… read more
20 nov. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mike)
Thanks for your help Mike. It was a really nice experience. The staff said thank you and we are hoping that your travel goes well like the one in our institute. See you soon.
(Excellent
)
25 janv. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sarah)
Come back, Any time Sarita!!!
All the staff will be very happy. Thanks again for your help and I wish you a lot of new travels plenty of nice experiences. If one of those destination is Tunja, even better.
My best regards.
The institute's staff
All the staff will be very happy. Thanks again for your help and I wish you a lot of new travels plenty of nice experiences. If one of those destination is Tunja, even better.
My best regards.
The institute's staff
(Excellent
)
21 janv. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Sarah) pour l'hôte
Better later than never for feedbacks!
I've spent a month in Colombia doing voluteering in this wonderful institute on November and I did want to say to any new volunteer on Workaway considering about going there: DON'T HESITATE!
This has been for me such a great experience! More than just hosting you, the institute makes sure that you have a… read more
I've spent a month in Colombia doing voluteering in this wonderful institute on November and I did want to say to any new volunteer on Workaway considering about going there: DON'T HESITATE!
This has been for me such a great experience! More than just hosting you, the institute makes sure that you have a… read more
12 déc. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Migle) pour l'hôte
Amazing time! Spent two and a half months teaching students of different age and enjoing free Spanish and salsa classes and time with other teachers, students and staff! Highly reccomend this experience for everyone interested in learning about Colombian culture!
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