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Sports Coaching Internship
Do you want to spend your school holidays, gap year, or retirement doing something meaningful? Are you ready to inspire young people through sport in one of the world's most unique coastal environments? We are a proud IOC-UNESCO Blue School, and we believe some of the most important lessons happen outside the classroom — on the pitch, in the water, and beyond. Our students are curious, energetic, and ready to be inspired. You'll support PE lessons and lead sports clubs, bringing energy and your own sporting passions to a community that genuinely values them. Surfer, rugby player, swimmer, cyclist — whatever your sport, there's a place for it here. Life here isn't just about work. You'll live in our historic boarding houses, explore one of the world's most dramatic coastlines, and use your weekends and school holidays to road trip across Namibia. Open to adults of any age and all nationalities: sports science graduates, experienced coaches, PE teachers on a career break, or retired athletes with something to give. Gain hands-on international coaching experience at a school where the outdoors is part of the curriculum.
Do you want to spend your school holidays, gap year, or retirement doing something meaningful? Are you ready to inspire young people through sport in one of the world's most unique coastal environments? We are a proud IOC-UNESCO Blue School, and we believe some of the most important lessons happen outside the classroom — on the pitch, in the water, and beyond. Our students are curious, energetic, and ready to be inspired. You'll support PE lessons and lead sports clubs, bringing energy and your own sporting passions to a community that genuinely values them. Surfer, rugby player, swimmer, cyclist — whatever your sport, there's a place for it here. Life here isn't just about work. You'll live in our historic boarding houses, explore one of the world's most dramatic coastlines, and use your weekends and school holidays to road trip across Namibia. Open to adults of any age and all nationalities: sports science graduates, experienced coaches, PE teachers on a career break, or retired athletes with something to give. Gain hands-on international coaching experience at a school where the outdoors is part of the curriculum.
Program Highlights
Gain hands-on sports coaching experience at an IOC-UNESCO Blue School in Namibia, where outdoor education and physical development are central to school life.
Support PE lessons and lead clubs that help students discover new sports, build skills, and develop the confidence that comes from physical achievement.
Bring your own sport to the role — surfer, rugby player, swimmer, or cyclist — and inspire young people to love what you love.
Contribute to Ocean Days and wider school activities at a Blue School where sport, nature, and education genuinely intersect.
Live where the desert meets the ocean – surf, trails, and open water all within reach, every single day after school – and use your weekends and school holidays to road trip across Namibia.
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Quick Details
- Luderitz, Namibia
- 3-6 Months
- Camp Counselor & Trip Leader
- Education
- Sports
- Internships
- Sports
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Luderitz, Namibia
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Camp Counselor & Trip Leader
- Education
- Sports
- Types
- Internships
- Sports
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 3-6 Months
- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
- Fall
- 18 Months
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- During High School
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
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Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Welcome Dinner
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Required Equipment
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- In-Country Orientation
- Laundry
- Assistance Booking Travel
- Letter of Recommendation
- Certificate of Completion
- Emergency Support
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I do as a Sports Coaching Intern in Namibia?
You'll support PE lessons and lead sports clubs, delivering engaging, energetic sessions for students across the school. The best sports interns bring a discipline of their own — surfing, rugby, swimming, cycling — and share it with a community that's ready to be inspired. You'll also contribute to Ocean Days and wider school activities, making sport a thread that runs through the whole school experience.
Where will I be staying in Luderitz?
Accommodation is provided in one of Lüderitz's historic buildings — a boarding house or guesthouse — all within walking distance of school. Expect a close community atmosphere, and stunning views of the South Atlantic coast.
Is Luderitz safe for international interns?
Namibia is one of the safest countries in Africa, and Lüderitz is one of its safest towns — a small, close-knit community with very low crime. There is no malaria or tropical disease risk, and the South Atlantic keeps the climate mild year-round: never too hot, never too cold.
What will I do in my free time in Luderitz?
Luderitz is a nature-lover's dream — flamingos, springbok, oryx, and the elusive brown hyena on your doorstep. Visit the ghost town of Kolmanskop, take a boat trip to Shearwater Bay's kelp forest, or brave the (cold) South Atlantic. Enjoy camping, hiking, braais with colleagues, or a night out at the local bars. During school breaks, many interns road trip through the Namib. There is nowhere else like it on Earth.
Who is eligible for this sports coaching internship?
Open to adults of any age and all nationalities. Well suited to sports science or PE graduates, qualified or experienced coaches, teachers on a career break, and retired athletes looking to give back. No formal coaching licence is required — what matters is energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine love of sport and working with young people.
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Do you want to spend your school holidays, gap year, or retirement doing something meaningful? Are you ready to inspire young people through sport in one of the world's most unique coastal environments? We are a proud IOC-UNESCO Blue School, and we believe some of the most important lessons happen outside the classroom — on the pitch, in the water, and beyond. Our students are curious, energetic, and ready to be inspired. You'll support PE lessons and lead sports clubs, bringing energy and your own sporting passions to a community that genuinely values them. Surfer, rugby player, swimmer, cyclist — whatever your sport, there's a place for it here. Life here isn't just about work. You'll live in our historic boarding houses, explore one of the world's most dramatic coastlines, and use yo...
Luderitz Blue School
Luderitz Blue School
Ready to Learn More?
Do you want to spend your school holidays, gap year, or retirement doing something meaningful? Are you ready to inspire young people through sport in one of the world's most unique coastal environments? We are a proud IOC-UNESCO Blue School, and we believe some of the most important lessons happen outside the classroom — on the pitch, in the water, and beyond. Our students are curious, energetic, and ready to be inspired. You'll support PE lessons and lead sports clubs, bringing energy and your own sporting passions to a community that genuinely values them. Surfer, rugby player, swimmer, cyclist — whatever your sport, there's a place for it here. Life here isn't just about work. You'll live in our historic boarding houses, explore one of the world's most dramatic coastlines, and use yo...
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