Description

Volunteers on this program will be involved in planning and running various sports lessons and games including football, cricket, athletics, basketball and netball with children from 4 to 14 years. The project is in a local school where you will also at times be assisting local teachers and GVI staff to organise sports events and help run various outdoor activities. Sports is a vital tool that will motivate the students outside of the classroom setting and give children the opportunity to develop various skills and their confidence in general. Without volunteer assistance the children would not have the chance to take part in sports due to the lack of supervision and skills and general lack of equipment within the school.

In your free time you will get a chance to explore the culture of Kerala by taking cooking or yoga lessons, visiting the local sights in Kochi, the enchanting backwaters or the tea and spice plantations in the hill station of Munnar. Kerala offers an excellent start to those looking to explore the beauty of India.

Highlights

- Learning new skills in teaching sports to underprivileged children
- Experiencing a new culture through its local people
- Local cooking lessons, and a traditional Kathakali dance performance
- Exploring the amazing local environment
- Nearby highlights that some volunteers choose to experience include staying overnight on a houseboat and cruising along the enchanting backwaters, kayaking along the river and cycling through villages, relaxing on the beaches, or indulging in a traditional Ayurvedic massage.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

From 1,700 for 2 weeks

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

Program Fees Include:

- Airport transfers
- Internal transportation - related to project work
- Cultural orientation
- Project equipment
- Long term experienced GVI staff
- Training
- Kathakali performance
- Pre-departure support and discounted services
- 24 hour emergency phone
- 24 hour in country support

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

over 18

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

GVI's Mission Statement

Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded

1998