Description

Attention sports lovers everywhere! Come to Cape Town, South Africa and volunteer by coaching talented, enthusiastic, and poor children in your choice of sport, or more than one sport - it's up to you. The students at the local township schools are dying to release energy through sports an you can be there to help guide their positive energy into team-building and self-esteem boosting activities. You don't need any qualifications to coach on this project and we provide you with free coaching manuals to help you make the most of your placement.

PROJECT OVERVIEW:
If you feel more at home on a pitch than in a classroom and you want to make a difference to underprivileged children, there is no better way to volunteer then sharing your passion with equally enthusiastic children under the sunny skies of South Africa!

In the school we work with, there are approximately 600 children, with 20 teachers. There are usually around 28 to 30 children in a class, but sometimes classes will be split into smaller groups when you are coaching. You'll most likely work with children who range in age from 5 to 13.

English is not the children's mother tongue, but the general standard is about Fair to Good. 98% of the children at the school come from Cape Town's townships. Why not combine your sports project with the upcoming 2010 Football World Cup in Cape Town and be in the middle of World Cup fever!

The school has fairly good sports facilities with a football field, basketball and netball courts, indoor hall which can be used for sport, and cricket nets. The school is also situated close to an outdoor swimming pool where swimming volunteers will be coaching the children.

As a Travellers Sports volunteer you will be coaching your sport or a number of sports depending on your choice for around 4 - 5 hours a day. As Physical Education is now part of the curriculum in South Africa, lessons take place during life orientation classes.

Many of the teachers don't have any training or knowledge of sports coaching, so you'll be taking most of the sports lessons. You may be coaching on your own, or possibly with other volunteers, you may even have a teacher to help you, if so you can also teach the teacher how to coach a particular sport so that hopefully they can actually confidently take a sports lesson themselves.

TYPES OF SPORTS AVAILABLE TO COACH AND PLAY:
As a Travellers Sports Coach in Cape Town, you might find yourself involved in any number of sports like these below:

-- Athletics
-- Basketball
-- Cricket
-- Football/Soccer
-- Hockey
-- Netball
-- Rugby
-- Swimming
-- Volleyball

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:
-- An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into real Africa.
-- The enormous satisfaction of helping disadvantaged children and knowing that you made a difference to them.
-- New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
-- An entry on your CV or Resume that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market.
-- And best of all.. an unforgettable experience!

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO WHILE ON THIS PROJECT:
Add to your travel experience in Africa by doing some additional exciting activities, such as:
-- A 5- or 7-day Safari from Cape Town up the renowned Garden Route, taking in Dolphin and Whale Spotting, visits to many tourist attractions, such as a visit to a brewery, the Bloukrantz Bungy Jump (reportedly the highest in the world), and a guided tour of the Cango Caves
-- Surfing Courses: In the buzz city of Durban.
-- Paragliding Course: Soar over the impressively beautiful Drakensburg Mountain. You'll get a license at the end of the course which qualifies you to do solo paragliding around the world.
-- 5-Day Bush Survival Course: This is a fantastic experience and opportunity to see lots of wild animals in their native habitats in Game Reserves. You'll learn a lot and you'll really enjoy learning some bush skills in the great outdoors!

Highlights

WHAT TO DO NEXT:
Talk to us - We're there to help you. 0845 3 447 585. Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!

If you'd like more information about this or any of our projects, please email or call us! If you'd like to apply for this project, please go to our website and complete the application form. As soon as we receive it, we'll liaise with you and then start making your travel adventure happen.

It's as easy as that.

LOCATION:
Cape Town has everything to offer with its stunning beaches, great surf, penguins, great nightlife and of course Table Mountain! You must go to the top of the mountain... If you don't fancy climbing it, there is a cable car to take you up in comfort. The city is permanently in the Top Five Tourist Destinations in the World, and deservedly so. It's beautiful, fascinating, and exciting.

Qualifications

No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm! Everyone is welcome on a Travellers programme, whether gap year, undergraduate, on a career break - or even retired! From 17 years old upwards, and all nationalities. This placement would suit anyone who wants to make a real difference, wants first-hand experience of a different culture and has initiative.

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Cost varies based on length of stay. Starts at 1,270 for 2 weeks.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff 24/7 in all our destinations worldwide and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All meals are provided, unless otherwise stated. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat).

You'll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you'll see them frequently.

Pre-departure you'll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

This placement would suit people who want to make a real difference, want first-hand experience of a different culture and who have initiative. No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm and a love of children! Everyone is welcome on a Travellers programme, whether gap year, undergraduate, on a career break - or even retired! From 17 years old upwards, and all nationalities.

Age Range

Our projects are open to those ages 17-80+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Home-stays

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

within 5 working days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Travellers Worldwide's Mission Statement

Travellers Worldwide organises all types of worthwhile and beneficial voluntary placements in local communities. We also provide Work Experience & Internship opportunities, as well as different types of Courses and study abroad options. We have many diverse projects, from teaching underprivileged or refugee children in schools, orphanages and care homes, to conservation and rehabilitation of endangered animals, such as orangutans, lion cubs, dolphins, elephants. Our aim is to make a difference to the communities we work in and to facilitate personal and professional growth in our volunteers. We employ local people in our destination countries and local providers of goods and services, thus ensuring we have a positive impact on the community. Our ethos encompasses mutual respect, cultural exchange, responsible travel and a beneficial outcome for all. Travellers also arranges work experience placements in Journalism, Law, Veterinary, Medicine, Tourism, Architecture, and many more. There are also opportunities to learn languages and other skills such as Capoeira in Brazil, Tango in Argentina or Flying in South Africa. These projects are unique - and tailored to suit you! Our placements are flexible (2 weeks to 1 year) and on most you can choose your own start and finish dates. No qualifications are required, just an enthusiasm to experience a new culture! Full support is provided within the country, with friendly and conscientious staff, ensuring a safe and exciting way to experience a brand new culture! Placements are also very sociable: you'll make friends with the other international volunteers and often volunteers travel together after their placement and during their free weekends. We help you to Make a Difference and have an exciting adventure travel experience!

Year Founded

1995