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Sports for Social Change
Use sports as a vehicle for social change for underserved children in rural Jamaica. What is work without a little play? Bring your enthusiasm and energy to this program and have the chance to enjoy the beautiful island of Jamaica through sports and service. Stay active with the children in the community, many of whom are naturally athletically gifted. Ability is not the objective. Instead, it ...
Use sports as a vehicle for social change for underserved children in rural Jamaica. What is work without a little play? Bring your enthusiasm and energy to this program and have the chance to enjoy the beautiful island of Jamaica through sports and service. Stay active with the children in the community, many of whom are naturally athletically gifted. Ability is not the objective. Instead, it is more important to have opportunities for fun and to build relationships. Discover how community infrastructure, poverty, and sports all intersect to form health outcomes for the children and families living in the areas where you work. Student volunteers work under the guidance and support of local physical education instructors and coaches to develop the skills and athletic gifts of childre...
Program Highlights
Impact local children through planning and implementing a sports camp.
Learn about the intersection of sports with both mental and physical health in developing countries.
Help build and develop a sports infrastructure project in a local community.
Tour the legendary Bob Marley Museum and relive the highlights of sports legend, Usain Bolt, by dining in his famous restaurant, Tracks & Records.
Join a Dunn's River Falls Adventure, an exhilarating experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated.
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Quick Details
- Mandeville, Jamaica
- 1-2 Weeks
- Summer
- Sports
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays See more
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Mandeville, Jamaica
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Sports
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- Summer
- Post High School
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Welcome Dinner
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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Use sports as a vehicle for social change for underserved children in rural Jamaica. What is work without a little play? Bring your enthusiasm and energy to this program and have the chance to enjoy the beautiful island of Jamaica through sports and service. Stay active with the children in the community, many of whom are naturally athletically gifted. Ability is not the objective. Instead, it is more important to have opportunities for fun and to build relationships. Discover how community infrastructure, poverty, and sports all intersect to form health outcomes for the children and families living in the areas where you work. Student volunteers work under the guidance and support of local physical education instructors and coaches to develop the skills and athletic gifts of childre...
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Ready to Learn More?
Use sports as a vehicle for social change for underserved children in rural Jamaica. What is work without a little play? Bring your enthusiasm and energy to this program and have the chance to enjoy the beautiful island of Jamaica through sports and service. Stay active with the children in the community, many of whom are naturally athletically gifted. Ability is not the objective. Instead, it is more important to have opportunities for fun and to build relationships. Discover how community infrastructure, poverty, and sports all intersect to form health outcomes for the children and families living in the areas where you work. Student volunteers work under the guidance and support of local physical education instructors and coaches to develop the skills and athletic gifts of childre...
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