Description

By taking part on our Sports project in Argentina, you can help to encourage enthusiastic young athletes to succeed in a variety of activities. Sports in Argentina are extremely popular and there are so many children wishing to participate, but due to a lack of resources opportunities are limited.

With the help of our volunteers, young players are given a great chance to show their talents. Bringing energy and enthusiasm with you, you'll be able to dedicate your time coaching children the sport you love or helping with a range of games and general fitness sessions.

Projects Abroad works with several government-owned sports clubs in Argentina, providing free lessons to players 6-17 years old.

Volunteers will be involved in teaching a variety of different sports including soccer, field hockey, rugby, and basketball. Each sport is taught for several hours a week, so volunteers will be able to share their enthusiasm and guidance to the students over a wide range of sports.

There will be students of all abilities, offering you a huge amount of diversity as a coach you could spend a few hours a day on advanced skills with older children, then organize small team games for younger students, and finish with a training session for young adults!

Highlights

Regardless of the sport you are coaching, you will help to develop students' basic skills and techniques. Once you arrive in Argentina, you will be introduced to the students and your supervisor. You will work with the local teacher to help coordinate and prepare for coaching sessions. In addition to this, tasks may include planning match strategies, leading practice games, and assisting in team selection. Don't worry if you have little or no coaching experience - the staff here are dedicated to their programs and very open to volunteers, so they will help you in any way.

There are typically 30 students to a group. You will find that every player is different and will greatly benefit from your specialized care and attention. In turn, this will improve the performance of the team as a whole.

Emphasis is also put on enjoyment and participation. The students attending this club have a real passion about playing sports they love. Therefore, your role will be to help make sure the fun and enthusiasm continues in every lesson you teach. As a foreigner, just your presence will help make each session enjoyable and is vital to maintaining the interest of the children. Whether you have coaching experience or just a love of sports, you can play a major part in this progressive sports experience.

The sports clubs are closed from late November through to mid March or sometimes early April. During this period volunteers will be able to work in summer schools where sports such as swimming and soccer are combined with a variety of recreational activities. The teachers need the help of our volunteers to support the many children attending.

Intern Types

• Sports

Type of Programs

• Adventure Travel
• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Cultural Exploration

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Program Fees Include:

- Accommodation
- Food
- Medical and travel insurance
- Placement
- 24 hour in country staff support
- Airport transfers

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Athletics
• Sports
• Youth

Age Range

16 and up

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement

As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded

1992