Tessa

United Kingdom
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At home
My next destination:
United Kingdom
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Description
I'm Tessa, from the south of England and now part time resident in Germany.

I come from a small village and an agricultural family. I love the countryside and try to stay informed about the issues faced by rural and farming communities.

I have a background in dance, theatre and singing, and had lots of different experiences performing and studying since I was quite young. 'The arts' in general are really important to me - all kinds of music, crochet, embroidery, literature, trying out new things, either doing it myself or appreciating the talents of others!

In recent years I worked on a flower farm, at a campsite, alongside my Dad running a Christmas tree business, and making pizzas at festivals. I have experience with kids, dogs, teaching dance, food and hospitality, cleaning and a little bit of event organising. I'm interested in learning more practical skills like working with wood, building and repairing things.

I'm qualified to teach Mat Pilates and I'm especially into functional movement, mobility and the importance of keeping our mind-body connection strong and healthy. Somatic practices, the effects of different types of movement on our nervous system, all that cool stuff!
Interests
History
Art & design
Yoga / Wellness
Sustainability
DIY & crafts
Culture
Farming
Nature
Pets
Self development
Performing arts
Languages
Fitness
Writing
Plant care
Music
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Dancing
Books

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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
More details about my language interests
I am happy to very support English practice, and I'm slowly learning German so help with that is always welcome
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
Teaching dance (ballet, tap, jazz, modern, physical theatre, freestyle, intuitive)
Teaching Pilates
Baking
Clothing repair using visible mending techniques
Basic plastering
Some gardening
Lots of experience in childcare
English language practice
General physical labour
Organising and cleaning
Age
33
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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6 Feb 2024

Left by host (Sow, Grow, and Explore: ...) for Workawayer (Tessa)

Tessa was an absolute gem during her stay, caring for our home and animals with unwavering dedication and attention to detail. From feeding our pets to maintaining the house, she exhibited a level of responsibility and care that truly put us at ease while we were away. Her positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond exceeded our… read more

(Excellent )

22 Jan 2024

Left by Workawayer (Tessa) for host (Sow, Grow, and Explore: ...)

I was a house and animal sitter for this lovely family for a few days. I spent a couple of days with them before they left for their trip. Cynthia was instantly welcoming and made it easy to feel at home, she is a very motivated and open minded person. Her daughters are sweet and polite, and I enjoyed trying to speak German with them. I was… read more

(Excellent )

18 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer (Tessa) for host (Eco-friendly campsite in the ...)

I spent three weeks at the campsite towards the end of the summer season, working first in the kitchen and then the cafe. Everyone was very welcoming, easy to talk to and supportive. I had so many nice and interesting conversations with everybody there at one point or another. Sometimes it is super busy, but the atmosphere is still friendly and I… read more

(Excellent )

16 Sep 2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Tessa)

Tessa came to help us with our harvest and was our first workawayer. She communicated well pre-arrival and is a very good worker, has good initiative and is well motivated. She's interesting to talk to and very helpful around the home too, including keeping our toddler daughter entertained at times.

(Very good )

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6 Feb 2024

Left by host (Sow, Grow, and Explore: ...) for Workawayer (Tessa)

(Excellent )

22 Jan 2024

Left by Workawayer (Tessa) for host (Sow, Grow, and Explore: ...)

(Excellent )

18 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer (Tessa) for host (Eco-friendly campsite in the ...)

(Excellent )

16 Sep 2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Tessa)

(Very good )

6 Dec 2018

Left by host (Forestry, organic gardening ...) for Workawayer (Tessa)

Tessa was helping out in my place during the summer,
it was very nice having her around. She is very respectful, easy going and with great positive attitude to work and learn.
I enjoyed her company and help and so does the others who stayed here at the time.
Thanks alot! hope you'll come back again some day!

(Excellent )

16 Sep 2018

Left by Workawayer (Tessa) for host (Forestry, organic gardening ...)

I'm really late in leaving this feedback...I'm sorry! I'm very happy that this was my first workaway experience. The place is beautiful, and Bob/Or has a clear passion and love for his land, his local community and his values all of which he shared. He also provided everything I (and my fellow volunteer) needed, and made sure that we felt… read more

(Excellent )

20 Nov 2018

Left by host (Utopia under construction ...) for Workawayer (Tessa)

Tessa's stay was short but sweet, but we packed a lot in... she was always ready and able to get fully involved with everything , be it working on construction, the garden, or acting and jamming...

A pleasure

(Excellent )

18 Nov 2018

Left by Workawayer (Tessa) for host (Utopia under construction ...)

I had such a lovely experience at Jack's place although it was so brief - he is clearly very dedicated to the principles of community and sustainability and I could see ideas and values that I want to continue learning about in my own life. He was happy to show me around his veg garden and explain to me about the land around the area, other local… read more

(Excellent )

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