Volunteer Teaching Program in Bali

Overview

Join us in Tianyar in Northern Bali and help over 200 children by teaching free English classes in the afternoons. You’ll play a vital role in the community, empowering children with skills and confidence to help them succeed in the future.

With Bali’s booming travel and tourism industry, knowing English is essential for accessing many opportunities. However, many remote areas lack the resources for quality English education. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact by introducing engaging learning experiences and sharing cultural insights.

Many remote villages like Tianyar struggle with English proficiency, limiting their ability to benefit from tourism's economic impact. Starting language learning early in life is widely believed to be more effective, with school years presenting the best opportunity to learn English.Despite most children attending school, some face barriers like transport costs, uniforms, and fees for textbooks. Those who do attend often receive limited English education due to outdated curricula and resource shortages.

Our teaching program offers volunteers a chance to make a real difference by enhancing children's English skills and teaching them new abilities. Through the daily afternoon community classes, which are free for local village children, volunteers bring a relaxed and enjoyable approach to learning. Regular interaction with fluent English speakers boosts their confidence and provides invaluable learning experiences.

Situated in the north-east of Bali, Tianyar is located in the regency of Karangasem, one of the island's poorest areas. The village has strong ties to the fishing industry, which remains the primary source of income for locals.

Tianyar boasts a tranquil coastline ideal for peaceful beach walks, weaving between traditional fishing boats. Nearby, the majestic Gunung Agung (Mount Agung), Bali's highest volcano, offers stunning views and photo opportunities. On its slopes, the Besakih temple complex, which survived the eruption unscathed, is considered Bali's most important temple and is definitely worth a visit.

Unlike the bustling tourist hubs in the south and other parts of Bali, Tianyar offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in local traditions and cultures, making your volunteer work truly impactful.

Sample Placement Profile - Teaching Program
The project offers free community classes to all children in the village. Concerned about the lack of English education in government schools, the project offers to help local children take advantage of the booming tourism industry by learning English. Additionally, the foundation offers extracurricular activities such as computer class, yoga, Balinese dance classes, and lessons on culture and tradition.

The community school, situated only a minute away from the volunteer accommodation, educates over 200 children aged 6 to 15 daily. There's also ample outdoor space for ceremonies and play. The school is fully funded by the fees paid by volunteers, making your support essential to its existence. By volunteering, you'll significantly impact the lives of this underprivileged community, leaving Bali knowing you've made a real difference.

Volunteer Work Schedule

As a volunteer for the Teaching Program in Bali, your general schedule would be:

Day 1 (Sunday) – Arrival and Pick up day
You should aim to arrive at least 1 day before your program start (Sunday). Please ensure you arrive into Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali (DPS). A member of our team will be waiting for you when you get through customs. Please go and wait at the flight information display board after you have exited the last of the duty free shops. Our driver will take you directly to Tianyar.

*You are able to arrive few days earlier however, your pick up day will be still on Sunday. You should find your own accommodation until Sunday by yourself at your own expenses.

Dinner will be provided in Tianyar. Your program orientation will be on either the Sunday afternoon or Monday morning after you arrive in Tianyar.

Day 2-5 (Monday – Thursday) – Volunteering
You will start your volunteering program on this day. Our local staffs are available for your support.

Day 6-8 (Friday – Sunday) – Weekend
Whether you are looking for a relaxing weekend on the beach at the accommodation, or looking to explore everything Bali has to offer – this is your time to do as you please.

The following weeks will follow the same kind of pattern, with volunteering between Monday and Thursday and exploring Bali and the surrounding islands at the weekends. You will find that time will really start to fly by, so it’s important to make the most of your time! Don’t forget, our local teams are there to support you and to answer any questions you may have.

Last day (Saturday)
On your last week, Saturday is your official last day in the program. You will check out from the accommodation and continue your travels in Bali or take flight back home. The coordinators can help you in arranging taxi back to the airport at extra charges.

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteers in the program mainly assist in the afternoon community classes for the children.
The afternoon classes are designed to make learning English fun and enjoyable, especially after a long day at school. While your primary focus will be teaching English, you'll also have opportunities to teach other subjects such as math, computers, and more. You can get creative with singing, arts and crafts, and playing sports and games outside.

By volunteering, you'll provide the children with a new learning experience while also transferring skills and sharing cultural perspectives. You'll also participate in various activities the center offers, including marking work, giving one-on-one attention to children, cleaning, and participating in local ceremonies.

Each morning, you'll plan engaging and interactive lessons, building on what previous volunteers have taught. We encourage using fun educational games and creating class competitions with quizzes and activities.

The children in Bali are incredibly eager to learn. Their thirst for knowledge and excitement in attending afternoon classes will clearly show you the positive impact of your efforts daily.

Being a volunteer, your main task would be to assist the local teachers in their daily work
Make daily plans to teach basic English (vocabulary, pronunciation), General Knowledge, Mathematics, Arts, Craft etc. to the children
You can tell them stories that would help them to learn more about different places and keep sharing new information with the children
Sharing new ideas with teachers and telling them how to keep the students more engaged in daily activities would be of immense help
Focus on creating a lively, enjoyable environment for children. Only when you can catch their attention, will they be able to learn something
Most importantly, love the kids, and pay special attention to each and every one. Help them progress and make sure that they get to learn from your lessons.

Project Requirement

Participants should be of at least 17 years old at the time of beginning their program. Participants should have no criminal convictions and should provide a clean criminal background check. A parental consent form shall be required for Under 18 participants joining the program.

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Airport Transfer
All volunteers will have to reach Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar (DPS), on Sunday. The local team will arrange your transfer from the airport and a designated driver shall be there to pick you up. We provide pick-up each Sunday for volunteers until 5pm. It is strongly advised that you arrange a flight which allows you to arrive at the airport before 5pm on Sunday.

If you wish to arrive in Bali a few days earlier, we can pick you up from your hotel on Sunday instead. If you do this, we recommend that you book your hotel in ‘Kuta’ or ‘Sanur’, both comfortable touristic areas for you to spend your first few days in Bali which are not too far from the airport.

Accommodation
In Tianyar, accommodation is in a volunteer house, which is a cluster of beautiful bamboo cottages. The traditional bamboo-built shelters are located right next to the beach and offer some great views.To make it environment-friendly, each cluster has a separate bathroom and toilet, also made of bamboo and canes. Each cottage has a sit out area and fans are installed. There is Wifi within the accommodation but it can be intermittent.There are common areas where volunteers can have meals or can sit and chat. There is a kitchen where meals are freshly prepared for the volunteers by the cooks. Volunteers need to bring their own towels and toiletries.The accommodation also offers some great facilities for the volunteers such as hammocks and volleyball pitch. At a short distance from the accommodation, amenities such as ATM, department stores are available.

Your accommodations will be simple yet cozy, allowing you to connect with the local environment and bond with fellow volunteers. The spacious communal outdoor dining area is ideal for sharing stories over tasty meals. Nearby, you'll find essential amenities like supermarkets, ATMs, and a laundromat within a short walking distance.

You will share a room with three other volunteers and have access to a shared indoor bathroom equipped with a western-style toilet and cold showers. Each room is fitted with a ceiling fan, and all bed linens are provided.

You'll have easy access to explore the island from Friday to Sunday. Taxis and other transport options are available, allowing you to reach all parts of Bali quickly and affordably. Whether you want to scuba dive at the famous Tulamben sites (20 minutes away), explore the city of Ubud (2 hours away), or party in Kuta on the south coast (3 hours away), our local team can assist with your plans.

Some important points to remember about the accommodations -

Most rooms have mosquito nets; bring your own if you're concerned
All bed linen is provided
Please bring your own towel and toiletries. Nearby laundry service (approximately IDR 7,000 per kilo)
The journey to the airport takes around 3 hours
Nearest shops are just a 5-minute walk. Wi-Fi is available but can be intermittent

Orientation
The in-country team in Tianyar will conduct the Orientation Session for the volunteers.You will be provided with all the details about the project, about the work that you'll have to do, as well as information about the place. If you have any questions regarding safety issues, traveling and project, the local team will be there to assist you always.

Meals
You’ll enjoy three freshly prepared meals each day, cooked on-site from Monday to Friday. While most volunteers explore on weekends, meals are available from Saturday to Sunday for a small additional fee if you choose to stay at the camp.

Most of the meals feature traditional Indonesian cuisine, with rice as a staple accompanied by fish or chicken. Here’s a taste of what you can expect:

Breakfast usually comprises pancakes, toast, fruit, tea, and coffee
Lunch includes Rice, fried noodles, pasta, rendang, gado-gado, soto, chicken, and soup
Dinner usually comprises Rice, chicken, fish, noodles, pasta, rendang, gado-gado, and soto

Vegetarian options are consistently available, and we can accommodate vegan requests upon advance notice. Our team will strive to meet any dietary needs, but please note that there may be times when you’ll need to purchase alternative ingredients at your own expense.

During Free Time
During your time in Bali, you will be based in Tianyar, a small fishing village located in the Northern part of the island. The region is much quieter in comparison to other touristic parts of the island.During your extended weekend from Friday to Sunday, you can travel and explore other parts of Bali such as Ubud or head down south to Seminyak or Kuta. Taxis and other modes of transport are easily available for travelling within the island. The local team would always be available to assist in your weekend plans.

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Costs

Duration	Program Fee	Choose your currency
1 Week	$470
2 Weeks	$575
3 Weeks	$750
4 Weeks	$895
5 Weeks	$1100
6 Weeks	$1250
7 Weeks	$1400
8 Weeks	$1575
Extra Week	$175

Please Note: An application fee of is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.

What are you Paying For?

Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
Airport Pickup
Orientation
Meals from Mon – Fri
Accommodation in Tianyar
24 hrs Assistance and support from Local Staff
Transfer from Airport to Tianyar
Certificate of Participation (On Request)

What's NOT Included?

Airfare
Return Trip to Airport (Can be arranged at extra cost)
Flights
Visa Fees
Vaccinations

FAQ's

Application and Program Details

Will VolSol provide a discount if I choose more than one program or if I am a returning volunteer?: If you are planning to come for multiple programs in your trip, you will have to pay the application fees just once. Your application fee is valid for a year's time (from the date of applying). You will not have to pay the application fees again if you come within the mentioned time frame.

For our returning volunteers, $50 discount is provided for the application fee for their next Vol Sol program.
When should I apply for the volunteer programs in Bali, Indonesia?: As we have limited spots available in our programs and we serve on first come first basis, it is recommended that potential volunteers book their programs well in advance to get confirmed placements. You can book your slot by filling the application form online and pay the application fee. You can pay your program fee later and also, in installments. However, the complete payment should be made 45 days prior to the starting date of the program. If you are volunteering in a group, you can also fill a group application form.
Can I volunteer as part of a group?: We encourage our participants to volunteer in a group. We take special care in providing you a placement and also customize your itinerary to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Also, we can design special group programs for groups of 5 or more. Our programs are designed to be safe, affordable and offer a great group volunteering experience to the volunteers.

In our experience of more than 15+ years we have enabled and facilitated volunteer program placements for college groups, university groups, high school groups, group of families, group of couples as well as groups of colleagues.

We welcome student, corporate and family groups to take part in Bali programs.
How long will it take to process my application? Will my application be accepted?: After you complete your application, your personalized ‘My Account’ will be activated.You will need to upload your CV/Resume along with your photo in the same. Our back-end team and the placement site takes around 10-12 days to review your application. After we review your CV and documents,your booking is confirmed and booking confirmation is updated in your ‘My Account’. Some projects need mandatory criminal background check and the same is mentioned in the project info of your program. Approval of your application depends on your qualification and eligibility criteria for each project.
Does VolSol provide with a reference or a certificate after program completion?: Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.
When do I need to arrive in Bali for my program? What will happen once I arrive here?: Volunteers are provided with the airport pick up from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar (DPS), between 6 AM to 10 PM on the date of arrival (Sunday, as chosen) by the coordinator or representative. You will then be transported to your project location depending on your project choice.
For how many hours will I volunteer every day?: VolSol volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day depending on their program type. You will have weekends off so you can go for traveling on weekends. Volunteers in Tianyar work from Monday – Thursday and have an extended weekend off which can be used for travelling and sightseeing.

Flights and Visa

Does Volunteering Solutions help with visa?: All volunteers need to get C6B Volunteer work visa for Indonesia which is required for volunteering and social work purposes. The visa can be arranged through a visa agency and Volunteering Solutions team will help you in coordinating the visa arrangements with the agency and let you know of the fees and the documents required for the visa.
What are the recommended inexpensive airline options to reach Bali?: Almost all major airlines have flights to Bali. Garuda Indonesia, Air Asia, Thai Airways, Malaysian Airlines, QANTAS, Etihad, Emirates, Lion Air, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Malindo Air are the major airlines have flight operating to Bali.

Many airlines like KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, ANA and more, have code-sharing arrangements with other airlines and offer seamless connections to Bali from all over the world.
Where can I exchange currency?: Participants can get money exchanged on arrival at the airport in Denpasar.You can change your money at any of the authorized money changing outlets or in a bank.

Accommodation and Living

How do I get to the program location?: Your program coordinator will take you to your placement and will introduce you to local staff there. School and Kindergarten Program in Tianyar is at a walking distance, just 5 minutes away from the accommodation. For the program in Pemuteran and Serengan, volunteers will be taken to the project location and introduced to the local staff by the coordinator.
Can I know more about accommodation and food arrangements?: In Tianyar, accommodation is in a volunteer house, which is a cluster of beautiful bamboo cottages. To make it environment friendly, each cluster has a separate bathroom and toilet, also made of bamboo and canes. Each cottage has a sit out area and fans are installed. There are common areas where volunteers can have meals or can sit and chat. There is a kitchen where meals are prepared. Volunteers need to bring their own towel, toiletries, toilet roll etc. Wifi Internet is available.

In the North Bali coral reef restoration program, volunteers are accommodated in Balinese owned local homestay. You will stay in accommodations owned by the team members of the coral reef organization. The traditional Balinese house homestays are located walking distance to the beach and to the coral reef center site. Each room has a sit out area and fans are installed. There is Wifi within the accommodation but it can be intermittent.There are common areas where volunteers can have meals or can sit and chat. Towels are provided. At a short distance from the accommodation, amenities such as ATM, minimart are available. Only breakfast is provided and other meals are taken at nearby restaurants.

In Serengan, volunteers are accommodated at a local homestay near the project as well and meals are taken at local restaurants.
Will there be any additional expenses during my stay in Bali?: In Tianyar, one can expect expenses of USD 20 to USD 30 for snacks or water bottles etc. This amount may vary in actual. For weekend trips, expenses will be additional.

While in Pemuteran and Serangan, volunteers would need to spend money on meals. If you would like to hire a personal scooter for local commute, that would also involve extra costs.

Health and Safety

How safe is Bali for the volunteers?: Being a popular zone among tourists, Bali is overall a very safe destination. However volunteers are advised to follow guidelines and suggestions given by coordinator. Program coordinators will give you necessary information regarding the safety as well as the Do's and Don'ts. The locals are friendly and helpful as well; however, it is recommended to consult your in-country coordinators before you step out alone or go to any other place apart from Ubud or Tianyar. Also, it is recommended to be with your group whenever you venture out or stay out late in the night.
What immunizations/vaccinations will I need?: Carry general medicines with you, and consult your doctor before setting out for your volunteering trip to Bali. There is no mandatory vaccination to stay in Bali. However one can discuss with the doctor and may take vaccination for Rabies, Dengue, Malaria, Hepatitis and Tetanus.Participants should also be vaccinated against Covid 19.