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Swimming Community in Jorong Village

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The experience

In Jorong Village, there is a fun and friendly swimming community where kids and teenagers come together to enjoy the water, learn new skills, and make friends.
For kids, swimming is like a happy playground in the water 🌊. They learn how to float, kick, and move safely while playing games and laughing with their friends. Coaches and older swimmers help them feel brave and confident.

What you offer

17 hours of help per week

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

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 5 Per day

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

Description: The USD 5 per day is not a fee for profit. It is a shared contribution used solely to help cover essential daily costs related to the volunteer program, including: Food expenses for volunteers during their stay Operational costs, such as utilities, basic supplies, and activity materials Donations to support our activities, especially educational and social programs for children and the local 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.

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.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

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

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

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 Fluent Indonesian

Between 19 and 35 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

Be from outside Indonesia

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Jorong Village Swimming Community is a fun, friendly, and safe swimming program for children and teenagers. This community brings young people together to enjoy water activities, learn essential swimming skills, build confidence, and make new friends. Guided by caring coaches and supported by older swimmers, participants learn not only how to swim, but also how to work as a team, stay healthy, and support one another. The program focuses on safety, joy, discipline, and togetherness in a positive environment.

Activities & Shift

ACTIVITIES
1. Basic Water Introduction (Kids)
- Floating and breathing practice
- Kicking and simple movements
- Water games to build confidence and joy

2. Swimming Skills Training (Teenagers)
- Freestyle, backstroke, and basic techniques
- Endurance and speed practice
- Personal skill challenges and goal setting

3. Fun & Games Session
- Group water games
- Friendly mini-competitions
- Team-based swimming activities

4. Peer Teaching & Mentoring
- Teenagers assist younger swimmers
- Confidence-building leadership roles
- Learning responsibility and teamwork

5. Water Safety Education
- Pool safety rules
- Helping friends in safe ways
- Basic awareness of water risks

Rules

RULES
1. Safety Comes First
- Always listen to coaches and instructors
- No running or pushing near the pool
- Swim only during scheduled sessions

2. Respect Everyone
- Be kind to friends, coaches, and helpers
- No bullying, teasing, or rough behavior
- Support and encourage each other

3. Discipline & Cleanliness
- Arrive on time for sessions
- Wear proper swimwear
- Keep the pool area clean

4. Team Spirit
- Help younger or new swimmers
- Work together during activities
- Celebrate effort, not just winning

5. Health Awareness
- Inform coaches if feeling unwell
- Take breaks when needed
- Drink enough water before and after swimming