Our co-living space
Share our house in Vidigal with 15–20 fellow participants — united in a shared mission at the school, and eager to enjoy the beach, go out to dance and embrace life in Rio de Janeiro.
Find your people in Rio
Our co-living community brings together 15–20 participants from Brazil and around the world. Most stay for at least a month — enough time to settle in, become part of the community, and experience everyday life in Rio.
Life here moves at a slower, more intentional pace than hostel living. Instead of constantly meeting people and moving on, you have time to settle in, build friendships, and enjoy the city together.
Many end up staying longer than they originally planned.
A shared purpose
More than a place to live. Everyone who stays here contributes to the project, bringing their own skills, ideas and energy. Together, we create something none of us could build alone.
Come as you are
No cliques here. Everyone is welcome, and everyone is included.
With 15–20 people living together, there’s plenty of opportunity to discover shared interests and connect with people you might never otherwise have met. You don’t need to arrive with friends. Just come as you are, and find your people.
Life beyond the programme
Outside programme hours, the adventures continue. Head to the beach, go dancing, chase waterfalls and discover new corners of Rio together. There’s always something to do, and always someone to share the experience with.
Three languages, one community
Life in our co-living space unfolds across three languages: English, Portuguese and Spanish. From conversations over meals to exploring the city together, everyday life creates opportunities to practise, exchange knowledge and learn from one another.
Stay for a few months, and you’ll pick up another language along the way.
Rooms & shared spaces
Shared rooms
Bunks with privacy curtains, and newly renovated bathrooms.
Private rooms
Private rooms with en-suite bathrooms are also available.
Shared spaces
A co-working space, an expansive kitchen and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Ipanema Beach, Dois Irmãos and the Vidigal favela.
Contribution
No programme fee. Instead, we ask participants to make a nightly donation equivalent to the cost of affordable hostel accommodation in Rio — R$75 (about US$15) in 2026. How contributions are used
Accommodation can adapt
Students do not have to live in Vidigal to take part in our programmes.
Accommodation can be adapted to the requirements and preferences of individual students and university groups.
Vidigal
Our main shared accommodation base, close to our community activities and local team.
Santa Teresa
A shared house can be available for university students and volunteers who prefer to stay outside Vidigal.
Homestays
Where available, students can request a homestay with a local family.
Independent
Students can also arrange their own accommodation elsewhere in Rio.
Vidigal
- Zona Sula walk, bike or Uber ride from its beaches, bars, mountains and clubs
- R$75reference donation per night in 2026 (approximately US$15)
Stunning views, vibrant cultural life and a strong sense of community.
Vidigal is considered one of the safest areas in Rio: petty crime is rare, and the community is welcoming and used to visitors. We still do not present Rio as risk-free — read about safety and safeguarding.