Give and Surf
Vitals
- GYA Accredited Since: Unaccredited by the GYA. Please see the Standards for more information.
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Enrolling:
Yes - Mission Statement:
We are a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to empowering the local communities of Bocas del Toro, Panama through education and community development.
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Level of Independence/Supervision (mouse-over for definition):
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Attachments
Program Locations
Typical Itinerary
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W e e k 1 |
Free day | 9-12 Lesson Planning 12: Team Lunch 1:30-5:30 Volunteer in after-school program | 9-12 Bocas Town for errands (groceries, laundry) & free time 12: Team Lunch 1:30-5:30 Volunteer in after-school program | 9-12: Surfing (or other activity choice) 12 Team Lunch 1:30-5:30 Volunteer in after-school Program | 9-12 Free morning 12 Team Lunch 1:30-5:30 Volunteer in After-school program | 9-12 Surfing or other activity 12 Team Lunch 1:30-5:30 Volunteer in After-school program | Free day |
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W e e k 2 |
Free mornings and weekends can be spent together as a group or individually based on the volunteer's interests and wants. Free time activities include: surfing, snorkeling, swimming, hiking, biking, paddling, and more! Non-surfers welcome! Give & Surf includes two group excursions/activities for the volunteers each week such as cacao farm tour, hikes to local beaches, surf outings, surf lessons, tours with local indigenous guides, and more.
We can also arrange for group or private Spanish lessons, SCUBA certification, and other tours/activities for volunteers at their own expense.
Program Outcomes
- Become a global citizen
- Build new friendships
- Learn Spanish
- Give back to the local communities
- Hands-on experience working with a small nonprofit
- Appreciation of different cultures
- Get experience working with kids
- Get out of one's comfort zone
- Try new activities
Program Details
- Program Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- Program Duration: Less than 2 months, Semester
- Typical Program Cost: $3500-$5500
- Program Financial Aid: No
- Other Financial Aid Details:
Program fees range from $3500 (6 weeks) to $5500 (10 weeks) and include housing, on-site staff support, pre-trip planning & guidance, local transportation to/from program sites, breakfasts, lunches Mon to Fri, some group activities/excursions.