Hi Im Jayna. Im a US Peace Corps volunteer currently living in northern Philippines doing marine conservation work here. Before working here, I lived in the states doing lots of environmental education and tech work. I love making and exploring art, writing, and going on spontaneous adventures outdoors.
Ive previously played rugby and did some competitive dancing in college. Im a part of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. and would love to link up with other members.
Even though I like contact sports, I consider myself a pacifist, intersectional feminist, interested about talking/ learning about culture and diversity.
Ive learned the art of videoke/ kareoke while staying in the Philippines as well as relaxed conversation.

I dont expect others to be my tour guide while staying at ones place but welcome to suggestions and hanging out.
CS is not a dating service and I dont want to be approached with that intention.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I was previously a couch surfing host in Ann Arbor/Detroit, Mi- US where im from and have showed around a variety of guests from europe, asia, and around the states. It was a ton of fun and im looking to try my hand at exploring around asia while im here. I love couch surfing and would like to meet some welcoming folks who would like to spend some time sharing culture and stories.

Interests

• arts
• writing
• poetry
• street art
• salsa dancing
• hiking
• street food
• workout
• boardgames
• exploring nature
• urban exploring
• scubadiving
• philosphy
• mountain hiking
• bachata dancing

Music, Movies, and Books

Books
zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance- Pirsig
Between the world and me- eta- nehisi coates
1984- orwell
Beet Queen
anything by Mary Roach

Movies
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Million Dollar Baby
Kite Runner
The Red Turtle
Matilda
Lion King
documentaries
etc.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Road tripped all across the US-east and west by myself exploring 20 different states.
Saving stranded marine mammals that wash up on my municipal beach.
Swam/ dove with beautiful sharks
Playing tag with my 8 year old host niece in the Philippines.
Painted beautiful murals with my dad
Competed in BIG 10 collegiate rugby championships in the US.
Taught about conservation and solid waste in second and third learned languages

Teach, Learn, Share

Yes!

What I Can Share with Hosts

stories, great music, poetry, yoga, zumba, good movies and shows.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Taiwan, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Costa Rica, Philippines, United States