Brazil Floating School and Capoeira

The 48m2 floating school is in the process of being built and your help is needed to complete this structure so that it can tour the Islands and bring education to all. At present the it is moored in Cairu.

Volunteer Role

In the mornings you will be teaching English to young adults from Tinhare on the floating structure. You will be teaching English in a fun and interactive way to get the children involved and enthusiastic about education. Learning English is important to the community as there is a lot of potential for tourists to visit this area and therefore for them to earn a living.

After lunch, you will be involved in construction activities for the floating school. The work is being done in stages and so there are various activities to get involved in depending on which stage of the building process the structure is at.

Activities can include building walls, windows, bathrooms, equipping the boat with solar energy facilites and any other work required at the time. All materials will be provided by the project and you will be given any training required. Previous building experience is not essential, just a positive attitude and lots of enthusiasm!

Capoeira Classes

In the evenings you can unwind and learn the art of Capoeira. Capoeira is a unique mix of dance and martial art of Afro-Brazilian origin, combining agile dance moves with unarmed combat techniques. Capoeira has a fascinating history stretching back 500 years.

Location

Join us in this unique and beautiful part of Brazil, the Island Archipelago of Tinhare, Cairu.

Accommodation and Meals

During your stay you will live with a local host family, allowing you to experience the Brazilian way of life. Accommodation may be in single or double rooms and breakfast and dinner are provided. Lunch is arranged in local restaurants.

Programme Overview

Duration & Prices: 2 Weeks £749, 4 weeks £999

Combine this project with our Brazil Portuguese Language School

How to book & pay:
Pay £195 deposit to book. Balance due 12 weeks prior to departure.

What is included?
Airport pick-up
Arrival Orientation
Accommodation
Meals
Portuguese tuition
24-hour support number

What is not included?
Travel to and from Brazil
Visa fees, if necessary
Return transfer to airport
Travel Insurance
Spending money

Programme Summary:
Help build a floating school, which will tour the islands teaching English to remote communities.
Other Brazil volunteer work

Arrival dates:
Third Monday of every month

Brazil Travel Advice:
Visit our Brazil Travel Advice page for useful travel information.

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