The program
This wonderful teaching program is set in the picturesque coastal fishing village of Tianyar in north eastern Bali. This is the true Bali – set away from the over-crowed and fast paced tourist meccas found elsewhere. Here volunteers will find peaceful villages and families far away from the tourist dollar. This teaching program supports these wonderful, but impoverished families, enabling their children to learn the skills required to better enhance their futures. Volunteers on this program will have plenty of time to fully experience all that Bali has to offer – giving a ‘behind the scenes’ look at real life in this wonderful location. As a tourism hub, those seeking employment in Bali find that English is an essential skill, one that they must speak fluently and confidently. This program supports this need – providing volunteers to work with local children and set the foundations for a better life. This project is a great way for international volunteers to learn more about the Balinese people and culture, teach those in need and spend time exploring this magical location.
Goals of this Project:
This amazing program is set in a dedicated learning center on the beautiful Balinese coast. The center provides free English classes to the children of the village. Volunteers will teach students ranging in ages from 5 – 18 years, starting at the basics and moving to writing and grammar. Volunteers are encouraged to put their own personality into the lessons, create their own lesson plans and incorporate new learning techniques and experiences for the students. Fun and creative lessons are encouraged and well received. At the center, volunteers will be supported by local staff with classes running from Monday to Thursday, giving participants the added bonus of 3-day weekends to explore the magical island of Bali! With the knowledge and confidence to partake in conversational English with foreigners, these children will have the tools for a brighter future. It is recommended that volunteers research teaching English as a second language techniques and creative ways to do so before embarking on this epic adventure!
Volunteers will contribute in a number of ways and can expect to undertake the following tasks:
Volunteers work Monday to Thursday, typically for 4 and 6 hours per day. While we ask that volunteers are flexible a typical daily schedule whilst volunteering is likely to go something like this:
8:30am Breakfast at the Guesthouse
9:45am Pre-start meeting with the program supervisor
10:00am Morning classes
The morning lesson takes place between 10am and 11:30am with students split into 2 groups based on age: Group C: 12 - 15 years Group D: 15+ years
12:00pm Lunch at the Guesthouse
2:00pm Afternoon classes
Afternoon lessons take place between 2pm and 4pm with students split into 4 groups based on age: Group A: 5 - 8 years Group B: 9 - 11 years Group C: 12 - 15 years Group D: 15+ years5:15pm De-brief with the program supervisor
6:00pm Early dinner at the Guesthouse.
Evenings are free time to relax and explore the local area.
Tianyar is a small, picturesque fishing village located in the northern part of Bali, far away from the typical tourist path and a paradise of tranquillity. Although this is a quiet corner of Bali, from here volunteers can use their free time to quickly and easily explore all tourist destinations by motorbike or by taxi, including the famous scuba-diving hubs of Tulamben and Amed. Our other project hub of Ubud is just 2 hours’ drive from this location.
Within walking distance of the village projects there are some wonderful things to see and do, including walking along the pristine beaches, swimming, snorkelling! This is a truly special place to be a Love Volunteer!
Upon arrival into Denpasar you will be met by a representative from the local team. The first night's accommodation is provided at a volunteer Guesthouse in Ubud.
On Sunday an orientation session takes place which covers local and regional customs, transport, rules and recommendations and, of course, what to expect from your volunteering placement. Following the orientation you will be taken to your project location to meet with the local supervisor and enjoy a tour of the village.
Volunteers on this awesome project are accommodated onsite at the Learning Center in one of the three dedicated volunteer guest houses, located just 100m from the beach!
Rooms in the Guesthouses are twin-share and split by gender. Each room has a western style bathroom, ceiling fans and bed linen is provided. Volunteers should bring their own towel and toiletries.
Laundry services are available for a small fee and bicycles and motor bikes are available for hire. Wi-Fi is freely available in the Guesthouses so staying in touch with friends and family is easy.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided on volunteering days (Monday to Thursday). Meals are fresh and delicious local fare.
From Friday to Sunday volunteers have free time and can explore the area and eat out.
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Teaching in Coastal Village
Teach essential English skills to non-English speakers in Tianyar, who can use these skills to empower their lives and help gain employment in the local tourism industry
$215/week
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