Hi everyone sorry for the lack of posts but things have been busy with the arrivals of the first group of volunteers for 2012.
Alice from just outside SW London UK will be looking after the blog and keeping you up to date, any advice from previous experienced bloggers would be welcomed. Although I have the greatest confidence in her ability to please in the 3 weeks of her stay.
Hi folks sorry for the lack of posts but the 2012 program starts in three weeks and there is lots to do to make ready for the volunteers that are arriving on their working holiday at La Giraudiere.
This post is just to say that in response to many demands a new page as been placed up on the site explaining the process of applying for a place on the Project at La Giraudiere the link to the page is
The application process for applying for a place at La Giraudiere in South West France
The new place explains that from a simple email the process starts up to paying your depsoit and your arrival.
A new page is added to the website explaining the process of applying for a place on the volunteers project / program.
Many questions this year relating to “how do I apply for a place?” and “how long does it take to know if I have a place”? and also some asking if they should apply a year in advance. So a link to this page will be sent to all interested applicants and hopefully this will explain the process.
The page explains that a simple email to program@lagiraudiere.com starts the process and the applicants place is reserved once the reservation deposit is made via pay pal. If you can think of anything else that should be added then please let us know
You can visit the page at http://www.lagiraudiere.com/volunteers_application_process.html
The clubhouse and spa is now open for the 2012 volunteers and your first swim will be included in your weekly fee. The clubhouse is situated next to the lake at Brossac and can be accessed via the beach.
The club offers over 1000m² for everyone to enjoy numerous activities in a private club atmosphere including: indoor swimming in the 20m long heated pool, relaxing in the spa area featuring a whirl pool, traditional sauna, infra red sauna and steam room, playing squash, trying your hand in the games room or enjoying a snack or a drink. Outside, the Clubhouse also offers mini golf, play areas, bicycle hire and kayak hire (seasonal).
Just to confirm again that the price for 2012 volunteer program remains the same as 2011 182 euros per person per week and if you are sharing, couples or friends, the price is 140 euros per person per week.
Remember the minimum stay is 3 weeks. If you need a price for an internship then contact us with details of what internship you are looking. Remember internships are usually 13 weeks long and may entail additional costs depending upon your personal or University’s requirements.
La Giraudière - A place of learning in Brossac
