21-year old student from Ontario, Canada teaching English and Science in Valencia at a summer camp from May-September. Avid Traveller on the weekends. I'm entering into my fourth year of honours biology with hopes of becoming a lawyer and a doctor.

I have lived in Norway, travelled through South America, and am keen to see as many places as I can in Europe while I am here for the summer months.

I believe that the stereotype about Canadians and Canadian culture is correct - we are overly polite, overly sensitive, and have a craving for maple syrup. I would love to share my life experiences with you in exchange for discourse and discussion about you and your way of life!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Simply put, I want to meet people in the most authentic way possible. Through community living.
I bring quite a bit of energy and enthusiasm, and have sworn myself to the cult of the 'yes theory' this summer, in which I am not saying no to anything (unless its a felony)

Interests

• writing
• photography
• triathlon
• running
• politics
• reading
• traveling
• cycling
• hiking
• kite surfing
• windsurfing
• surfing
• swimming
• teaching
• religion
• ultimate frisbee
• exploring nature
• theology
• philosphy
• swimming in the sea

Music, Movies, and Books

Brockhampton. Most Rap and R&B. Love a good tune with a steady BPM.
As far as movies go, I'm easy but will never say no to a Christopher Nolan film.
For Books, I can't give you a favorite, I'm sorry if that's a deal breaker. The books that I am currently reading right now are as follows:
"12 Rules for Life - An Antidote to Chaos" by Jordan Peterson
"The Gene" - by Siddhartha Mukherjee
"Bullies" - by Ben Shapiro

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Stayed alive for 21 years amidst many near-death experiences!

Also have received a personal letter from Pope Francis

Teach, Learn, Share

Did you know that Rubisco is the most prominent enzyme on the planet?
More Biology facts if you need it.

I am a certified lifeguard, and have been a National Swim Instructor for the Canadian Red Cross for over 7 years now. I teach every single level of swimming, everywhere from infants to competitive swimmers training for nationals. I would LOVE for the opportunity to help give you any swimming pointers, refinements, tips, or just go for a swim!

I play Ultimate Frisbee and compete in triathlons, so I can impart some knowledge about those two sports, and if you have a frisbee lying around, it is getting thrown, no questions.

I would love to learn more about cultured cooking, learning new recipes, techniques etc. I would also love to sit and talk about philosophy, theology, and geopolitics, and I can and WILL talk about said things for hours. I want to truly make the most of my time here in Europe, and I truly believe that I can become the best version of myself
by soaking in other cultures, experiences, and discussion. I'm always curious to learn about other cultures, experiences, life tips, and general banter and discourse about the universe and philosophy.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Energy. Charisma. A clean presence. Manners and a modicum of decorum.
Unlimited oasis of creative thoughts and questions for others about their lives, their experiences, and their thoughts on the world. I am living my summer with the mindset of the "yes" theory, and in doing so, am bringing nothing but an open mind and a yearning to do whatever you want to do as a means of leaving this continent with zero regrets in my itinerary.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Cuba, Denmark, France, Germany, Mexico, Norway, Peru, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Norway, Spain