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Share your passion for surfing while helping guests build confidence in the water. As a volunteer surf instructor, you'll assist with beginner lessons, teach basic techniques and ocean safety, help organize equipment, and create a fun and encouraging environment for surfers of all levels. We're looking for friendly, patient, and responsible people with solid surfing experience who enjoy meeting travelers from around the world and being part of ou
18 hours of help per week
Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
1 day off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.
Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Fluent English or Beginner Spanish
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Join our team at Green Belly Surf Lodge and spend your days by the ocean while sharing your passion for surfing with travelers from around the world.
As a Surf Instructor Volunteer, you'll help introduce beginners to the sport by assisting with surf lessons, teaching basic techniques, promoting ocean safety, and creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere both in and out of the water. You'll also help prepare and organize surf equipment and support the daily operation of our surf program.
In exchange for your help, you'll become part of our international community, enjoy a unique beach lifestyle, and gain valuable experience while meeting amazing people from all over the world.
What we're looking for:
Confident and experienced surfers.
Friendly, patient, and responsible personalities.
Comfortable teaching beginners.
Good communication skills (English is preferred).
Team players with a positive attitude.
What we offer:
Accommodation in our volunteer dorm.
Three meals per day.
Weekly payment.
A welcoming international community.
Time to surf and enjoy the beach.
An unforgettable experience in El Paredón, Guatemala.
If you love surfing, enjoy working with people, and want to spend time in one of Guatemala's best surf destinations, we'd love to hear from you!
- Check and maintain the surfboards.
- 2 daily classes (maximum 3 or 4 students per class).
- Extra classes have an additional cost of GTQ 100.
- Keep the surfboard area clean.
- Prepare a report at the end of the day.
- Be punctual and ready for every scheduled surf lesson.
- Always prioritize the safety of guests in and out of the water.
- Treat all guests, volunteers, and staff with respect and professionalism.
- Maintain a positive, friendly, and encouraging attitude at all times.
- Take good care of all surf equipment and report any damage immediately.
- Keep the surf area and equipment organized after each lesson.
- Do not consume alcohol or drugs before or during working hours.
- Notify the manager as soon as possible if you are unable to work due to illness or an emergency.
- Wear appropriate clothing and present yourself professionally during lessons.
- Help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
- Follow Green Belly Surf Lodge's house rules and respect quiet hours.
- Minimum commitment: 4 weeks (or your preferred minimum stay).
- Please respect your work schedule and complete all assigned shifts.
Many worldpackers have been applying to this position recently. The host will probably not be able to respond to all of the applications, so we recommend that you also apply to other hosts in our community and not just this one :)
