G'day! I'm Sam from Perth, Australia. I have lived my whole life in Perth and I am now living in Finland. I'm always positive, happy, energetic and ready to learn anything new. I absolutely love meeting new people and can get comfortable very quick and easily. I have built my life around staying active and strong as well as helping others whenever possible.

I was raised well and to respect others, be wise and always to be happy. I believe there is no need for awkwardness or judgement. My body is my machine, it takes me everywhere in life and I'm always doing the best I can to be as fit, healthy and capable as possible. Long walk? No problem. Hard climb ahead? Bring it on!

Finally, I've worked as a carer for children with disabilities for over a year, been a personal trainer for two years and been a lifeguard for five years. I used to work all these jobs at the same time so I'm not afraid of some hard work!

Hopefully you like what I'm about and we can become housemates some day!
See ya mate!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Looking for a place to stay when traveling. Can be for short durations (a day or two).

Also my place is available in Hyvinkää, Finland if you ever need a place to stay!

Interests

Sports:
Downhill longboarding, skateboarding, volleyball, cycling, swimming, gym, beach, hiking, weightlifting.

I play guitar in a band, so I'm really into music. Almost everything except pop music, but I don't really mind if you play it anyway.

Reading, learning, outdoors, being in the water, beaches, trees, beer, vodka, tequila, rum etc. I love cooking! I love science and technology. Magic tricks, gymnastics, dancing, relaxation and meditation.

• dancing
• cooking
• beer
• fitness
• exercise
• dieting
• meditation
• technology
• reading
• traveling
• magic
• music
• guitar
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• skateboarding
• sports
• gymnastics
• volleyball
• swimming
• science
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: (Sorry about the list, had to name them all)
Mostly bands. Incubus, Blink 182, Parkway Drive, Pennywise, NOFX, Frenzal Rhomb, Art vs Science, B.B King, The Beards, Childish Gambino, Comeback Kid, Daft Punk, Devo, Dizzee Rascal, Green day, Handsome Boy Modelling School, Jack Johnson, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, Oasis, Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Rise Against, System of a Down, Slipknot, Steel Panther.

Yeah.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

There are some I just can't tell you about until we meet and I get to know you ;)

However, skateboarding down a very long and steep hill and making it out alive has got to be one I've done most recently.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you anything about fitness, exercise and diet. I can teach skateboarding if you really want. Cooking, some magic tricks, swimming long distance. I can even throw in a lot about Australia and Aussie slang ;)

I'm willing to learn anything, Really. If you can do something, I'll probably think it's cool and will want to know how you do it. Also, Finnish language and travel tips.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my little apartment in Hyvinkää, I have just moved here a few months ago so I'm still learning the ropes over here, but my knowledge of the area is ever increasing!

When staying at your place expect someone to help around the home if you need. I have lots of skills that I can use and love problem solving. I can share my great attitude and zest for life and hopefully we can share some great experiences!

Countries I’ve Visited

Finland, Malaysia

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Finland