Africa

From the baking desserts in the north to the cool beaches in the south, Africa is a continent of spectacular landscapes, awesome wildlife and rich culture. Africa is also a continent of sporting prowess and sporting talent. Sadly, however, there is a lack of sporting opportunities for many young athletes.

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Swimming Teaching Volunteer Project in Ghana, Accra

Teach children and young people how to swim in Ghana and give back a gift that will most certainly save lives. A truly rewarding experience as ...
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£650
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14 days
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Basketball Coaching and Playing Project in Mauritius

Travel to Mauritius to coach basketball in the sunshine. As a basketball coach you will be delivering training to schools, local community youth groups and national ...
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£1195
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28 days
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Hockey Coaching & Playing Experience in Ghana, Accra

Coach hockey in Ghana and give children the opportunity to play and be coached in the sport they love. As a volunteer hockey coach, you will ...
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£600
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14 days
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Hockey Coaching Volunteer Project in South Africa, Port Elizabeth

Coach young hockey players in the townships of Port Elizabeth and give them the opportunity to play hockey in a fun and enjoyable way. Working as ...
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£1045
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28 days
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Swimming Teaching Volunteer Project in South Africa, Port Elizabeth

Coach and teach swimming to children in South Africa, teaching them the swimming skills to stay safe in the swimming pool and at the beach. This ...
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£1045
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28 days
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Football Coaching Volunteer Project in South Africa, Port Elizabeth

Share your passion for football by coaching football to disadvantaged South African children. Help organise football matches and coaching sessions for keen football players in schools ...
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£1045
/ person
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28 days
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Football Sports Tour in Ghana, Accra

Embrace Ghana with your school, university or football club sports team on this incredible football sports tour in the capital city, Accra. Experience football coaching and ...
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£780
/ person
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10 days
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Sports Development Internship in Mauritius

Support our sports development coaching and playing programmes on the Indian Ocean paradise island of Mauritius. Contribute to community sports development whilst gaining relevant sports experience ...
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£1195
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28 days
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South Africa 10 Week Surf Instructor Course | Cape Town to Durban

Combine the ultimate South Africa surf road trip with a globally recognised surf coaching qualification!   On this epic trip from Cape Town to Durban, you ...
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£5795 £5595
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70 days
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Rugby Coaching Development Project in Mauritius

Join us in Mauritius to introduce rugby to the local population through a partnership with the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sport and Recreation and the Ministry ...
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£1195
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28 days
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African Boxing Experience in Ghana, Accra

Take a boxing training and coaching experience as part of a volunteer holiday, a career break overseas or a boxing gap year and join a boxing ...
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£600
/ person
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14 days
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Football Coaching and Playing Project in Mauritius

Head out to the paradise island of Mauritius, coach football in schools and the community, raising the level of the game. Be a part of a ...
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£1195
/ person
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28 days
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Sport Psychology Internship in Ghana, Accra

As a largely unexplored discipline in Ghana, sports psychology is an area in which self motivated and passionate sports enthusiasts will be able to make an ...
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£1250
/ person
durations start from
28 days
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Sports Management Internship in Ghana, Accra

Take on a pivotal role inside a sports development charity in Ghana, the heart of West Africa. Gain valuable hands on experience in a sports management ...
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£1250
/ person
durations start from
28 days
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Ultimate Frisbee Coaching Volunteer Project in South Africa, Port Elizabeth

Coach and play ultimate frisbee with children in South Africa, giving them the chance to develop in the sport. Coaching ultimate frisbee in South Africa gives ...
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£1045
/ person
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28 days
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Basketball Coaching Project in South Africa, Port Elizabeth

Volunteer in South Africa as a volunteer basketball coach, teaching the sport to keen basketball players who do not have the opportunity to play and train ...
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£1045
/ person
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28 days
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Sports Film and Media Production Internship in Ghana, Accra

A once in a lifetime opportunity for those who wish to explore an exciting new culture whilst developing their filmmaking and photography skills with some of ...
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£600
/ person
durations start from
14 days
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Sports Physiotherapy Internship in Ghana, Accra

Gain invaluable work experience in Ghana as a sports physiotherapist and give athletes the chance to receive extra support for injuries. Gain elective and work experience ...
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£1250
/ person
durations start from
28 days
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Multi-Sports Tour in Ghana, Accra

What better way to experience one of Africa’s friendliest and exciting nations than embarking on a 10 or 14 day multi-sports tour to ...
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£780
/ person
durations start from
10 days
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Netball Coaching Development Project in Mauritius

Join us in Mauritius to support and advance netball, a newly established sport on the island. Collaborating with local communities across Mauritius, your role is pivotal ...
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£1195
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28 days
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Rugby Coaching & Playing Experience in Ghana, Accra

Volunteer as a rugby coach in Ghana and give children the chance to play rugby in a fun, structured environment. Coaching rugby in Ghana is a ...
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£600
/ person
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14 days
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Netball Coaching & Playing Experience in Ghana, Accra

Volunteer in Ghana as a netball coach and give hundreds of children the chance to play and enjoy netball in a fun environment. Coaching netball to ...
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£600
/ person
durations start from
14 days
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Cricket: Season in South Africa, Cape Town

Take a trip to South Africa and join one of Cape Town’s top cricket clubs as you get to train and play your sport ...
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£3395
/ person
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90 days
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Martial Arts Training Experience in Ghana, Accra

Enjoy your favourite martial art and improve your skills in Judo, Kickboxing, Taekwondo or Karate. Coach martial arts in Africa as part of your gap year, ...
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£600
/ person
durations start from
14 days
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Higher Level Football Coaching Internship in Ghana, Accra

Coach at a leading premiership football club or elite football academy in Accra, and help to coach and develop football talent in some of Ghana’...
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£1250
/ person
durations start from
28 days

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The Different Aspects to Volunteering in South Africa

South Africa is an exciting destination for any traveller to visit, full of adventure, rich history and amazing wildlife. Make ...

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Supporting South Africa Township Communities

Taking sport to the township communities in South Africa provides young people with a chance to build life skills, have ...

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Fortunately, you can address this imbalance by joining one of our volunteer sports projects in Africa during your sports gap year or a volunteer sports holiday. A sports coaching project in Africa really is the perfect way to travel Africa while volunteering with African children who are eager to play sports and be coached in sport.

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