Surf School All Africa Lodge and Surf Volunteer Projects Jeffreys Bay South Africa Working with disadvantaged children via the Surf School and cultural exchange

Jeffreys Bay Surf Community Volunteers South Africa

	Learn to surf in the perfect world renowned Jeffreys Bay waves. Join our Community Surf School in Jeffreys Bay to learn to surf and help local children in a worthwhile cause while having fun. Project Rates: All Rates Quoted in South African Rands First Two Weeks ZAR 2950/week Extra weeks ZAR 2000 per week when staying longer than two weeks Currency Converter Apply to Volunteer THE SURF SCHOOL: Learn to Surf in Jeffreys Bay while helping the local community children achieve a sense of belonging by teaching disadvantaged children.The local surf school is very professional ensuring absolute professionalism and competency - special boards are used for complete beginners. Depending on surf conditions lessons are run daily with plenty of time for free surfing. Monday and Friday you will get to help with teaching local disadvantaged township children to surf, volunteers are free to join these children on the other days with surfing or hanging out with them. The school has 2 permanently employed care givers who are very dedicated but lack resources such as age specific teaching aides. The volunteer will therefore be expected to assist in a very creative manner making use of the most basic equipment to fulfil the daily program objectives. Presently there are 50 children to the 2 teachers and this brings capacity problems in terms of human resources. The volunteer will be of great help here in order to run smaller classes based on age or special needs. A primary help will be obtaining financial aid (Volunteer Fees) This will allow the teachers access to material (Photostats, paper, books, crayons etc) to use in the classroom situation. Another area is to create a project to teach the children how to help themselves through the environment – growing vegetables to eat, flowers to sell etc. The school receives no grants or funding of any sort from local or national government (the school was built with foreign donations)– infrastructure is therefore basic but functional, salaries low and teacher aids minimal. A basic feeding program exists consisting of a bowl of maze meal (porridge) and sugar. Tasks ·  Welcome children to school ·  Oversee outside free play while waiting for school program to start ·  Assist children inside for breakfast ·  Help with either cooking, serving or cleaning breakfast utensils ·  Washing hands and general hygiene program ·  Divide into age groups ·  Continue with theme related project for the week ·  Free play outside or inside if raining ·  Song and dance routine ·  Story time ·  Assist in home time routine Community Upliftment Your afternoons can be used for getting involved with community upliftment project, these include but are not limited to: Repair and Maintenance of schools. Establishing and maintaining vegetable gardens. Field trips with children to beaches and nature reserves. Sports development. THE COMMUNITY: This community is located near the beach along the most breathtaking coastline with miles and miles of unspoiled beaches. We encourage volunteers to seek new ways to help these communities. ACCOMMODATION: Sharing Twin: In this option you book a bed in a twin room. You might share a room with someone from a completely different culture which adds to the whole learning experience. Dormitory: This consists of 4 and 6 bed dorms. Meals: Breakfast is supplied on a self service basis. Volunteers can supply and prepare their own meals or enjoy meals in the lodge or local restaurants just a hop from your accommodation. You will be staying at the Volunteer Lodge in Jeffreys Bay more info All Africa J Bay Lodge Project Rates: All Rates Quoted in South African Rands on dorm style accommodation. First Two Weeks ZAR 2950/week Extra weeks ZAR 2000 per week when staying longer than two weeks Accommodation Upgrade ZAR 350 per week twin room sharing Currency Converter Includes: ● Accommodation (shared 4 and 6 Sleeper Dorm Room (Accommodation upgrades to twin rooms available) ● Transfers to and from Port Elizabeth Airport ● Sponsorship for community project. ● Breakfast included When can you join the project: This project can be joined at any time of the year and on any day of the week. Who can apply: This project is open to anyone over the age of 18, fairly fit, in good health and have a passion for working with young children. Working Hours: Work days will be weekdays from 8-2 with weekends off to relax or explore the area. Project Rates: All Rates Quoted in South African Rands First Two Weeks ZAR 2950/week Extra weeks ZAR 2000 per week when staying longer than two weeks Currency Converter Apply to Volunteer 10 Reasons to Volunteer in Jeffreys Bay (1) Jeffreys Bay is one of the top 5 surf destinations in the world and well known for the Billabong Surfing Pro. (2) The Eastern Cape is the poorest province in South Africa, It really needs the help of volunteers. (3) Jeffreys Bay is one of the safest towns in South Africa. (4) Jeffreys Bay is one of the most affordable destinations. (5) We have a purpose built volunteer lodge in Jeffreys Bay close to the main beach in the centre of town, no need for transport to go out or to get to your project. (6) We offer a optional introduction week in Jeffreys Bay before starting your project. Enjoy the fun, sun, activities and excursions in the area. (7) The projects in Jeffreys Bay are small, personal and non commercial. (8) Jeffreys Bay is situated on the famous Garden Route, with a lot of activities in the surrounding area. (9) Jeffreys Bay caters for people of all ages. (10) Jeffreys offers endless beaches and endless summers!