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Empowering Kertasari Through Youth Surf class & Local Partners


The experience

This program offers a unique opportunity to support youth surf class in Kertasari while collaborating with local surfers. Participants assist with after-school sessions and engage in community activities. Through cultural exchange and hands-on involvement, volunteers contribute to building sustainable, community-based surf tourism.


What you offer

18 hours of help per week

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 26 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Participants contribute $26 per day (approximately IDR 450,000) to cover accommodation, three daily meals, and basic program support. This fee helps provide equipment, supports local coordinators, and contributes to community activities. It ensures the program can run smoothly while creating a meaningful exchange between participants and the local surf community.


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely


Requirements

Fluent English or Intermediate French

Between 18 and 35 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Be from outside Indonesia

Travel insurance


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

This program is a community-based surf initiative in Kertasari where participants collaborate with local surfers to support youth development through surfing. Rather than leading independently, volunteers assist local mentors during coaching sessions.

The program emphasizes mutual learning and cultural exchange. Participants contribute their skills and perspectives while respecting local traditions and ways of life. Volunteers engage with the community through informal interactions and local activities. The goal is to support sustainable surf tourism that benefits the village while preserving its cultural identity.


Activities & Shift

The schedule is flexible and depends on weather and wave conditions.

Weekdays (2–3 days/week): Surf Days

Morning–Early Afternoon: Free time (surf, explore, rest)
Afternoon: Assist local surfers in after-school surf class sessions for children
Evening: Join sunset surf and informal discussions with the local team

Saturday: Sharing

Volunteers lead or support interactive sessions in English (topics may include surfing, environment, or personal skills)

Sunday: Community Day

Morning: Group surf session with children and local surfers
Afternoon: Beach games and social activities with families

Other Weekdays: Free time to explore West Sumbawa


Rules

・Respect local customs, traditions, and community values at all times
・Follow the lead of local surf mentors during all activities
・Maintain a positive, patient, and supportive attitude with children
・Be flexible with schedules due to weather and ocean conditions
・No participation under the influence of alcohol or drugs
・Attend scheduled activities and communicate in advance if absent
・Take responsibility for personal safety in and out of the water
・Immediately report any concerns or issues to coordinators