I had a lovely experience with NVW and would highly recommend . From start to finish, they demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to excellence. James is very knowledgeable, responsive and kind.

I am extremely pleased with my experience and would not hesitate to work with NVW again in the future. If you’re looking for reliability, expertise, and exceptional adventure, NVW is the perfect choice!

Volunteering in Northern Ireland (UK) has expanded my world inmensively. From doing activities I’d never thought of before and trying new things and foods, to seeing marvelous views and interacting to new cultures; being in my placement has given me such a amazing experience and wider horizons. I was not expecting half of the things I’ve lived while at camp, and not only talking about the site I’ve been in but the whole country and cultures. Being here has allow me to travel way more that I could imagine, getting really close to people from around the world that I would have never gotten the chance to if I stayed at home.

The views, the moments, the people, the activities, it’s something you have to live and feel to fully understand how fulfilling it is. From the beginning with an easy process and certitude of placement, to halfway through with new skills, friends, experiences, to even becoming a new and better you.

For my NVW placement, I was a school language assistant in the North of Spain. The experience exceeded my expectations. Everything from the pre-trip planning, training, and placement support was fantastic and well-organised. This is thanks to the great NVW team, who were simply wonderful at supporting us throughout the whole experience. My host family went above and beyond, and I am incredibly grateful for their hospitality and kindness. We still keep in contact and I have visited them since my placement ended!

This experience is a great way to learn a new language and culture while gaining valuable work skills. Working as a volunteer gave me a sense of what I wanted to do career-wise when I returned home to New Zealand. In between the work, you’ll have ample opportunities to travel to beautiful places around Spain/Europe, and opportunities to meet new people and create lasting friendships.

Overall, an incredible experience I can 100% recommend. Do it!!!!!

When I arrived in Spain for my language volunteer position in January 2020, I had know idea what I would be in for. I had originally hoped that living in Spain would help me to improve my Spanish. However, I was placed small town in the Basque Country where everyone spoke Basque (a language unlike anything I had ever heard). While I was a little disappointed at first, I ended up absolutely loving the town, the gorgeous scenery, and all of the people I met.

After about two months of volunteering in the local school and getting to know my host family, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, putting Spain into a lockdown. Although the world was chaotic, there was never a time that I felt unsafe during my placement due to the wonderful staff at NVW the amazing family that offered to host me. While some volunteers chose to head home at that time, I chose to wait to see if things would settle enough to return to my volunteer position in the school. Unfortunately I was never able to return to the school for the extent of my placement. However, the experience brought me extremely close to my host family. I would not trade that for anything. 5years later and we are still in close contact. My Basque family have come to visit me in Canada and I have taken my family to visit them back in Spain. I am forever grateful for my volunteering experience and the connections I made. Eskerrik asko

I volunteered at a school in the València region of Spain. It was an incredible experience, and I am walking away with so many lasting memories. New Ventures Worldwide helped every step of the way as I lived out my dream of living abroad short term. They ensured I stayed safe but more importantly that I had the experience I wanted. Thankful for the opportunity!

I volunteered in a school in the UK. I had an amazing time there. Everyone I met in the school was so nice and willing to help whenever a problem occurred. I was able to do things that I love, which is teaching. I was given opportunities to do things independently and help with stuff outside of boarding and languages. It is something that I 100% recommend doing. You meet amazing people, can connect with and teach the kids, and overall have fun in a new place.

Being part of an outdoor industry It’s probably one of I could ever do. Working with young minds, adults and really any age it’s such a fun experience. I don’t think Blackwood adventure is just about being a good outdoor industry with their activities. I think it’s more than that and it has been. Black adventure has been my home and I was glad to call it my home for the next couple months that I was there because everyone that I had was considered family. if it wasn’t for this placement, I don’t think I would have found another path towards my future. I have learned a lot about how someone’s mine works in a camp rather than just a school and it’s very keen to know how the outdoor camps work safe to say I appreciate, all of the help all of the knowledge that I’ve received in these past months. Would hope to work with this camp again sometime in the future and be considered an outdoor activity instructor.

NVW had taken me on the most amazing adventure of my life I have made life time friends and family and core memories I’ll never stop taking about. I am so grateful and will also recommend NVW Spain to everyone.

This placement is more then just teaching language but share your own culture and learning others cultures and lifestyles

Hello everyone.

My name is Yesith Ramuditha and I am from Sri Lanka. I would like to start by saying do not stop dreaming because one day you will be living in your own dream. I had a very big dream to go to another country and experience different cultures. Right now I am living my dream because of New Venture Worldwide. Thanks to NVW, I got an opportunity that opened doors for me to see the world. I volunteered in a Spanish school for 1 year. My experience was amazing, I traveled all over Spain and made new friends. Throughout every process from legal to family matters, NVW stood by me. I would call them my strong arm. The members of the organization gave me impeccable help with everything. I should especially thank Joshua Golbatt for helping me in every way possible. I will always be grateful to NWV. If it was not for them, it would not have been a great success of me getting this amazing opportunity.

“I’m living my dreams”

Volunteering in Spain was an experience of a lifetime. Every aspect, from the family, the school, the community, and the location was perfect for me. I volunteered in a school just north of Valencia, in a small town called Alboraya, and from the very first moment they welcomed my friends and I like family.

I made countless new friendships, and every day was a new adventure in this school, surrounded by the most amazing people. Having joined the program as a 17-year-old, I found my time in Spain especially transformative to who I am. It is incredibly difficult to put into words, however on the other side of it now, it gives you a new definition of the word home, having found a second family, and a second community on the other side of the world.

I will never forget my time there, and I am incredibly grateful to all the people who helped make it into what it was. My biggest advice to people joining the program is that you get out what you put in, and when you give all your energy and love, it will forever change who you are.

Thank you.

Totara Sprigns is actually the best place to grow, spiritually and mentally. People at Totara Springs are amazing ,the environment is wonderful. Also, if you like nature this is the perfect place to be at. Now talking about New Zealand, for me New Zeland is the perfect country to be at if you are an outdoorsy person, because there are so many places to explore that I don’t think one year is enough to see all the beauties that New Zealand can offer.

In conclusion, I recommend this experience if you are not sure about what to study, because traveling and meeting new cultures and new people. It definitely opens your mind and your way of seeing life.

Volunteering as a language assistant in Spain is an incredibly rewarding experience. I had the opportunity to work with students of all ages, from elementary school to high school, helping them improve their English language skills.

The teachers and staff at the school were welcoming and supportive, and I felt like a valued member of the team from day one. I was given the freedom to design my own activities, allowing me to tailor my teaching to the specific needs and interests of the students.

One of the highlights of my experience was being able to immerse myself in Spanish culture and language outside of the classroom. I had the chance to explore the vibrant city of Valencia and Vitoria, try delicious local cuisine, and make lifelong friends with fellow volunteers and locals.

Overall, volunteering as a language assistant in Spain is a truly enriching experience that allowed me to make a positive impact on the lives of students while also gaining valuable teaching experience and cultural insights. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to broaden their horizons and make a difference in the world.