We invite you for a personal meeting with special people: a refugee, a veteran, a violin maker, a storyteller, or you go to a temple, a mosque, a social initiative…
Please contact us through info@citysafari.nl or call +31 62 290 1671.
46 HOSTS - 1 CITIES - 59 ACTIVITIES (AND RISING)
We invite you for a personal meeting with special people: a refugee, a veteran, a violin maker, a storyteller, or you go to a temple, a mosque, a social initiative…
Please contact us through info@citysafari.nl or call +31 62 290 1671.
59 ACTIVITIES (AND RISING)
Have a great Russian lunch with a Chechen twist while Marina tells you everything you want to know about her life in the Caucasus ...Have a great Russian lunch with a Chechen twist while Marina tells you everything you want to know about her life in the Caucasus and in Rotterdam. Marina worked as a nurse in Gorky, Chechnya. When the apartment where she lived with her husband and four children had suffered extensive damage once more from the struggle that was going on in Chechnya between the Russian leadership and Chechen separatists, Marina decided to leave. She says: "I do not know what was scarier, to stay or go away. Now I'm fine and my kids are doing well. All four had a proper education and I'm the proud granny of two grandchildren."
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Ask for Charlotte. Exodus South Holland South is housed in the so-called Super Cube. Architect Piet Blom designed these special ...Ask for Charlotte. Exodus South Holland South is housed in the so-called Super Cube. Architect Piet Blom designed these special homes. (Ex-) prisoners, after or during imprisonment, who want to make a new start without crime are welcome here. There are fourteen men and women living in this house. The program is focused on self-reliance and personal responsibility. Much attention is paid to the house rules. It’s not always easy to participate in the strict program. Rest and rhythm are important. The chaos of the past has given enough mess. Detrimental behavior and breaking the house rules are not accepted. Positive behavior, development and initiative are rewarded.
Nico Prins will take you to the middle of the port operations of the large city ports Waalhaven en Eemhaven. This is the place whe...Nico Prins will take you to the middle of the port operations of the large city ports Waalhaven en Eemhaven. This is the place where inhabitants and visitors can feel and experience the beating heart of the world economy for 24 hours of the day, 7 days of the week. Here you get to see in a unique way while walking through the area, guided by the City Narrator Nico Prins, how Rotterdam is working on the future developments. In an interactive way Nico will introduce you to one of the best hidden secrets of Rotterdam. Nico Prins is professional storyteller with more than 20 years experience and is inhabitant of Rotterdam in heart and soul, born and raised between the ports. He knows his city and the history of the place and likes to tell about the development and groth of the city. The city of Rotterdam is a changing city in a changing world. Rotterdam recently lost its position as largest port in the world, but is still the leader when it comes to innovation. Rotterdam is a city with big ambitions in the development towards the sustainable world. Nico has a long history in working with sustainability and is able to explain in a simple way how the process works towards a more sustainable world. In the area Heijplaat/RDM he found his place and created Open air museum Rotterdam. All aspects of the city of Rotterdam and the ports are coming together in a small area: the industrial cultural heritage of a no more functional large shipyard RDM with the adjacent garden village Heijplaat, 100 years ago specially built for the employees of the yard, now form an area that is in the middle of a process of transforming to a centre of knowledge, it is a model of the sustainable world of tomorrow where working, learning, leisure and living go hand in hand on a few square kilometers. Nico is actively involved within this transition for over a decade and knows all the ins and outs of the story. With Nico as guide in the area Heijplaat/RDM the transition of the industrial activities á la 20th century to the sustainable development of the 21st century truly comes alive in the only real open air museum Rotterdam.
In deze workshop kom je in de ban van de swing van Afrika. Binnen een uur voel je de beat en beheers je complexe ritmes met de res...In deze workshop kom je in de ban van de swing van Afrika. Binnen een uur voel je de beat en beheers je complexe ritmes met de rest van je groep. Een professionele percussionist leert je de handtrommel van West Afrika, de djembé te bespelen.
The Pluspunt Foundation was established in January 2005 with the aim of both a proper care and provide meaningful activities to th...The Pluspunt Foundation was established in January 2005 with the aim of both a proper care and provide meaningful activities to the homeless in Rotterdam. These are also people who live in social isolation who want to come out again. Think of people who sit at home for example psychosocial problems and have little or no social contacts. Patrick or Bas give you a warm welcome. Take a look in the living room and workshop and get into conversation with the great people of Pluspunt Advantage.
The Food Garden Rotterdam promotes a healthy city. They are in favor of a sustainable urban society, with healthy food for everyon...The Food Garden Rotterdam promotes a healthy city. They are in favor of a sustainable urban society, with healthy food for everyone, without poverty and social exclusion. With people who actively shape their own lives and take responsibility for each other and their environment. The garden provides food: sustainably grown seasonal vegetables for the Rotterdam Food Bank. In addition, it is a place to meet and do something; a place to produce food and to develop talents. They are thinking of extending the project and grow more food gardens for food banks. In addition, the Foundation wants to be part of sustainable developments in the Rotterdam region. The garden is a green area with a park-like character in a district that is in full development, so it offers many possibilities as a unifying factor between business, non-profit organizations, local residents and nature lovers!
13:30 hrs Tai Ji Quan with Frenk Gaffelstraat 59B Tai Ji Quan is pronounced as' taai dzjie tsjoewèn'. Literally translated this...13:30 hrs Tai Ji Quan with Frenk Gaffelstraat 59B Tai Ji Quan is pronounced as' taai dzjie tsjoewèn'. Literally translated this means ultimate best fist (fighting method). But this translation is all but complete. Tai Ji refers to one extremity (the ultimate) and the other extremity (the best) and thus refers to the philosophy of Yin and Yang. So in fact Tai Ji Quan means unarmed martial art based on the philosophy of Ying and Yang. In this workshop you practise Tai Ji Quan yourself. Excersizes consist of the performance of a series of slow, smooth movements. The movements are often round, ensuring the whole body is in motion in a gentle way. Moving in a relaxed way is of great importance. Muscles function the best when having a good posture. Balance, concentration and coordination are the essential aspects that are practiced while performing Tai Ji. In Tai Ji the health aspect is important. No physical force is used only inner strength, the idea, the intention of a movement
Welcome to the home of Marina Ausheva. Marina worked as a nurse in Gorky, Chechnya. When the apartment where she lived with her hu...Welcome to the home of Marina Ausheva. Marina worked as a nurse in Gorky, Chechnya. When the apartment where she lived with her husband and four children had suffered extensive damage once more from the struggle that was going on in Chechnya between the Russian leadership and Chechen. separatists, Marina decided to leave. She says: "I do not know what was scarier, to stay or to leave. Now I'm fine and my kids are doing well. All four had a proper education and I'm the proud granny of two grandchildren."
This is a test item. When Kees was growing up, he was surrounded by adolescent girls and of course they all had relational pro...This is a test item. When Kees was growing up, he was surrounded by adolescent girls and of course they all had relational problems. Kees developed a reputation for mending broken hearts. Whenever a girl found out she had a cheating boyfriend, he would comfort her, body and soul and she would walk away with a fresh look on life, ready for a new start. To satisfy the demand, he devised the 60 second method, guaranteeing a mended broken heart. He is now 68, but the charm still works. You need your heart mended, look no further. Book Kees.
Abdullah fled to the Netherlands from Syria with his brother after a bullet abruptly ended the conditions for a decent living in h...Abdullah fled to the Netherlands from Syria with his brother after a bullet abruptly ended the conditions for a decent living in his home town Damascus. In the Netherlands he started a new life with new opportunities. Feel the spirit of Abdullah and give him your strength and energy in return.
Former world champion Khalid Chennouf teaches kids form the hood to box, but moreover he teaches them self-control to stay out of ...Former world champion Khalid Chennouf teaches kids form the hood to box, but moreover he teaches them self-control to stay out of trouble. He is prepared to give you an online live Thai Boxing workshop and answer your questions about his efforts to contribute to a peaceful and prosperous neighborhood in a very diverse part of the city. So put on your virtual gloves and get behind your webcam and he will guide you through the exercises of balance, strength and self control.
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There's always a lot going on at Pluspunt. Everyone is working or learning at his or her level. You'll find a bicycle repair, a we...There's always a lot going on at Pluspunt. Everyone is working or learning at his or her level. You'll find a bicycle repair, a welding shop, a carpenter, a thrift store and a recycle place. In the nearby square the Pluspunt clients can tend to the garden together with local residents. Herbs, lettuce, tomatoes, strawberries, are grown, picked and harvested all depending on the season. There is a bus to help people with who are moving homes and for small jobs in and around the house for people in the neighborhood. Every day they eat a fresh made meal together. You are welcome for a good conversation with a good cup of coffee
Het lukt niet iedereen om soepel van school naar huisje-boompje-beestje te gaan. Sommigen gaan het verkeerde pad op en anderen een...Het lukt niet iedereen om soepel van school naar huisje-boompje-beestje te gaan. Sommigen gaan het verkeerde pad op en anderen een doodlopende weg in naar werkloos en dakloos. Er zijn veel particuliere initiatieven om de vastlopers te helpen weer op eigen benen te staan. Jongeren die de kwalificaties of de kwaliteiten missen om soepel carrière te maken worden op gang geholpen met begeleid werk in een veilige omgeving. Anderen die het slechte pad op zijn gegaan, worden ondersteund in het opbouwen van de zelfbeheersing om daar voorgoed van weg te blijven. Soms is het een ondernemer met een groot hart en soms een stichting van bestuurders met een groot ideaal. Het is mooi te zien hoe een nieuw perspectief uitpakt. City Safari regelt voor jou een ontmoeting.
Noel Brazão Soares was born in the Cape Verde Islands and has been living in Rotterdam since 1986. He has been working as a sports...Noel Brazão Soares was born in the Cape Verde Islands and has been living in Rotterdam since 1986. He has been working as a sports instructor since 1998 and he is a supervisor within the mental health institute Bouman. He’s mainly concerned with nutrition, sports and recreation. Three nights a week he’s giving boxing and kick boxing lessons at the Cool district of Rotterdam. He’s also working together with the police. Once Noel was Dutch champion, Benelux champion and European champion kickboxing and he has also participated in K1 max match in Japan against Masato Kobayashi. For Noel kickboxing is a way to encourage young people to stay on the right path. He’s also coaching children with autism and children who want to work on their overweight. He’s also running a competitione team called Team Soares. This team takes part in monthly contests and tournaments. In this way young people are able to broaden their horizons and to gain new experiences
Lucky Walks are developed and implemented especially for vulnerable elderly, mostly residents of health care facilities, and volun...Lucky Walks are developed and implemented especially for vulnerable elderly, mostly residents of health care facilities, and volunteers . 50 species of luck are there are to be discovered i.a. tile peering, green watching and water staring.