Greetings! My name is Siena Ramirez and I was born and raised in Southern California in the USA. I am always on the lookout for opportunities to live and explore abroad while studying at UC Berkeley. I enjoy the outdoors, whether it be a friendly match in tennis, a jog down a country road, backpacking across rugged terrain, or simply a stroll with my pug. I am experienced with building props and sets for plays, and working on sound boards for staged musical and theatrical performances. I have experience teaching yoga and working with both children and adults and I get along easily with people from different temperaments. English is my first language although I speak limited French and ASL as well.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am interested in meeting new people, exploring new locations, understanding different lifestyles, and broadening my outlook on life.

Interests

Pugs•yoga (birkam and free flow)•coffee• traveling•civil rights•political debates•hiking

• civil rights
• yoga
• drinking
• music
• classical music
• outdoor activities
• backpacking
• rock climbing
• tennis

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Music: The Beatles (Paul McCartney in concert REVOLUTIONived my life) □The Smiths□Lilly Allen□Ingrid Michaelson □Vampire Weekend□Gogol Bordello□Andre Bocelli
Favorite Books: 1984▪The Secret Life of Bees▪Harry Potter▪Brave New World▪Go Ask Alice▪Silver Linings Playbook
Favorite Movies: Little Miss Sunshine• Mulan•Spirited Away•Pulp Fiction

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

One incredible experience I had was climbing Half Dome in Yosemite National Park

One amazing event I witnessed, while backpacking, was a lightning storm over the Grand Canyon (while listening to classical music)

Teach, Learn, Share

I enjoy teaching yoga classes having done so at local women's shelters in my area for several years, and sharing an afternoon drinking boba.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can offer hosts lively chatter; an open mind and positive attitude; help with small tasks; a listening ear and witty retort; companionship while exploring local attractions; help/guidance with learning English or yoga

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Ireland, Mexico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States