Volunteers joining this program teach English to adorable Buddhist Monks. The monks are in the age group of 7-18 years. Volunteers work in a temple/school for Buddhist Monks in the coastal city of Galle, located in southern Sri Lanka. Volunteers will teach for about 5 hours in a day and will have weekends off. 
You can start teaching with the basics of the language and help them in learning short simple terms first. The young monks are delighted if they are able to learn a simple, short sentence which enables them to understand English speaking people and express themselves in the same language.
You are welcome to bring your own teaching materials for the project as the temple schools are do not have provide many teaching materials for the monks.
By teaching English to the young monks you will also get an opportunity to gain knowledge about the Buddhist culture and customs in Sri Lanka.

Note: You need not be a qualified teacher to join this program.

Program Requirements
Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. Volunteers need to have some discipline as the young monks lead a simple and disciplined life.

Project Location
The project placement is located in the coastal city of Galle in southern Sri Lanka. Galle is one of the most popular tourist areas of Sri Lanka .It is the main town in the most southerly part of the island.It is one of the best examples of a fortified city built by Europeans in south and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and south Asian traditions. Galle fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.

Airport Receive/ Transfer: Volunteers are picked up from the Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo by the coordinator or representative and are driven to the project city of Galle. Those volunteers who will be already in Sri Lanka will be met by the staff at a designated meeting point decided beforehand.

Orientation: All volunteers are provided with an orientation by the local coordinator covering topics such as Safety and Security, Transportation, About the Project, Places to Visit, Local Culture etc.

Lodging: Accommodation is provided with a local Sri Lankan host family and is located within close proximity to the project. Volunteers are provided with their own separate room which is usually shared with other volunteers.

Food: Volunteers are provided with three local meals in a day. Meals are served at the host family house and include rice, curry, vegetables, hoppers (local Sri Lankan dish) and fruits.

Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive Travel and Medical insurance for their time of stay in our project. To view a copy of the Insurance Coverage provided, please click here 

In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff. You will be provided with the contact details of the local coordinator and staff who will be contactable 24 hrs once you are in country.

Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet which will have all vital information about your program. The Pre Departure Information Booklet provides the complete details of the country, project locations, Visas, Immunizations, Things to Pack list, Accommodations, Contact Information etc.
 
During your Free Time
On the weekends you can travel up north to the hills of Kandy or Nuwara Eliya , famous for Sri Lankan tea. You can also visit the famous beaches of Unnawatuna or see the historic Galle fort.
 

Start Dates
Volunteers can begin their project placement on any Monday of the month.
 
Program Costs
Volunteering Solutions strives hard to keep costs low and offer you the lowest prices with professional services to volunteer abroad. Compare our prices and services to other organizations and you would be surprised to see the difference.

What are you Paying For ?
» 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
» Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
» Airport Pickup
» Orientation
» Food
» Accommodation
» Travel & Medical Insurance
  What's NOT Included ? » Airfare
» Visa and Visa extension fee
» Airport drop, airport taxes
»Local Transportation
» Any personal expenses