Help in a horse riding farm in south ouest France

Germany

5

I took me a wile to hget used to the tasks and also to Sylvia and Erik because they have such a different lifestyle compared to mine but especially Sylllvia was very welcomeing. The accommodation was exactly as promised with a cute cat who loves cuddles included. Overall I had a good time and improved my riding skills by a lot.

3 months ago

United States

4

I really enjoyed learning about horses, the included riding lessons, great conversations, and french holiday meals. I think my presence was enjoyed personally by the hosts, however at work I was often made to feel I was in the way or costing them a lot of money. Something volunteers should know is the schedule is broken up into 3 shifts of 1 or 2 hours, spanning the entire day with 2-4 hour breaks between meals. The work is not difficult at all, better to stay longer. The mobilehome you stay in has some mold so if you're sensitive to that, be aware. It's very important to follow all the rules.

8 months ago

Denmark

5

I had a truly wonderful 6 week stay with Sylvia an Erik. They are really nice people, when you get to know them, and can teach you a lot about horses, language, french culture and life in general. I definately improved my french level by a lot, as well as I got some crucial understanding on how to ride a horse in the best possible way. The farm is very cozy, and with a positive attitude you will get very far. The food was delicious and nutritious, and we had many interesting conversations around the table. And I made some good friends! I would definately like to come back one day, if possible.

over 1 year ago

Italy

4

Sylvia and erik are kind and welcoming people. The work I will say it's pretty physical but goes by really fast once you know all the tasks to complete. Sylvia was really understanding and if I had and need she always helped. She always provided us with nice meals and tried to get food we liked when possible. The only things I will say that the mobilum where we stayed for sleeping was nice but would need I little bit of help with some renovation's. If you are looking for a place to stay in contact with nature, learn a lot about animals, live a simple life it's the perfect place If you a

8 months ago

Germany

1

The exchange was sadly not what I had expected. I came here very motivated and excited to work with the horses and get to know my hosts. They do not adhere to the hours that they advertise on their page at all. We basically work all day long from 7 until 11 pm and only take small breaks in-between for eating and only one longer break in the afternoon.The hosts do not make an effort to connect with the volunteers or even speak the language everyone understands. Every time I would something they answer in an extremely rude way or diminish me. The room is extremely cold and sad.I can't recommend

over 1 year ago

Italy

4

I think that here you can learn a lot about horses and how to treat them with respect. Sylvia and Eric put a lot of energy in their work and that can show all the love that is behind. After a week you get used to the work and you are able to do everything quickly. I just had a problem at some point because others volunteers left earlier and I was really tired, but we talked and I had some rest, after some days it got better. I'm happy I tried to communicate when I had a problem even if it has been hard.

over 1 year ago

Brazil

5

Minha experiência foi legal. Agradeço à voluntária Emília por me ensinar sobre as tarefas voltadas aos cavalos e pôneis, e sobretudo por ter trabalhado durante a folga dela para me ajudar. Eu agradeço ao casal de anfitriões Eric e Sylvia e também ao WP. Cheguei ao início do verão, trabalho foi muito bom e terapêutico. A rotina inicia às 7:30 ou às 8:00 com alimentar, conduzir os animais e recolher excrementos deles. Após o almoço, em que todos se reuniem, têm que observar se precisam de água e colocar comida em 4 ou 5 padoks. É perto de Eauze, fui ao Museu de Arqueologia, ao cinema e à igreja.

2 months ago

Argentina

5

Fue una experiencia tranquila y desconectada del ritmo de la ciudad que me gustó experimentar. Gracias a Sylvia que me invitaba cada vez que podía a enseñarme a montar 🐎, me siento profundamente agradecida por ello! El trabajo es simple pero requiere buena predisposición física y energía, las horas se cumplen según lo acordado pero es una granja particular por lo cual los dueños aveces necesitan ayuda extra porque no dan a basto y considero que hay que ser abiertos a ofrecer una mano en todo momento. PD: El pueblo es pequeño 👀 Saber francés es un plus grande. Gracias Sylvia y Erik 🙏🤗✨

11 months ago

Colombia

5

Fue una experiencia única y retadora. Disfrute mucho la estadía con Silvya y Erik, son personas muy agradables. Las actividades se desarrollan en poco tiempo pero con mucho esfuerzo físico. Es una experiencia muy gratificante y que ayuda a conocer la cultura local con facilidad. Gracias por tu existencia. Abrazos 🤗

almost 2 years ago

Peru

5

Me encantó la experiencia, compartir con Silvia y su esposo fue maravilloso, aprender a montar los caball9s, las actividades no son muy pesadas, me parece genial la actividad. Comparti mi experiencia con otra voluntaria e hicimos un vínculo familiar con Silvia. La comida y el lugar donde estuvimos fue tal como lo ofreció. Espero que se animen mucho por este voluntariado. Es genial.

almost 2 years ago

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