St Lucia
Who says the Caribbean is all about lying on the beach and taking a honeymoon?
St Lucia is a small island stretching 27 miles long (north to south) by 14 miles wide (east to west) but you will be overwhelmed by its rolling hills that grow to form volcanic mountains and reach to the sky. The iconic Pitons rise from the waves to the clouds like pyramids of volcanic stone. This isn’t some glammed-up, theme-park holiday spot – St Lucia has a pulse. Your senses are bombarded with the sights, smells and sounds of an island that’s truly alive.
Towns, like the capital Castries, move and shake to the sound of car horns, the smell of rotis fresh from the oven and reggae blaring on the speaker. The people are warm and welcoming and if you want a destination that will let you get under the skin of West Indian life – St Lucia is the one.
St Lucia is a small island stretching 27 miles long (north to south) by 14 miles wide (east to west) but you will be overwhelmed by its rolling hills that grow to form volcanic mountains and reach to the sky. The iconic Pitons rise from the waves to the clouds like pyramids of volcanic stone. This isn’t some glammed-up, theme-park holiday spot – St Lucia has a pulse. Your senses are bombarded with the sights, smells and sounds of an island that’s truly alive.
Towns, like the capital Castries, move and shake to the sound of car horns, the smell of rotis fresh from the oven and reggae blaring on the speaker. The people are warm and welcoming and if you want a destination that will let you get under the skin of West Indian life – St Lucia is the one.
Trips
Netball Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Volunteering, Summer Camps
Coach and play netball on a gap year, summer holiday or career break in the beautiful island of St Lucia, in the heart of the Caribbean. Work with top ranking players right down to grass-root developm... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Rugby Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Summer Camps, Volunteering
Coach and play rugby as a volunteer rugby coach in the paradise island of St Lucia. Work alongside the national team to develop the game at the grass routes level, giving disadvantaged kids the chance... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Volunteering, Summer Camps
Join our volunteer coaching team in St Lucia and help to develop football from a grassroots level, promoting football in schools and the poorest communities, as well as work closely with some of the i... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Cricket Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Summer Camps, Volunteering
Use your knowledge of cricket to help develop the game at a grass roots level in the Caribbean island of St Lucia. This varied project will see you working with youth cricket in schools and communitie... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Sports Physiotherapy Internship
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Volunteering, Internships & Work Experience
Join our sports physiotherapy internship in the stunning Caribbean island of St Lucia, and work closely with professional physiotherapists to gain hands on experience supporting top athletes from loca... Learn more
4 Weeks
From £1195
St Lucia Sports Tour - 14 Days
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Sports Tours
St Lucia is widely regarded as one of the top sporting destinations for group sports tours, as it provides sports teams with an incredible mix of competitive sport, vibrant Caribbean culture, and amaz... Learn more
14 Days
From £895
Tennis Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Summer Camps, Volunteering
Coach Tennis on the paradise island of St Lucia during your gap year, career break or student holidays. Coach local tennis stars and help prepare them for up-coming tournaments, and also join our huge... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Swimming Teaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Volunteering
Coach and teach swimming to children in St. Lucia, imparting life skills which could save lives. An incredibly rewarding experience for you and the children you teach. Great for a meaningful trip abro... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Sports Management Internship
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Summer Camps, Internships & Work Experience
Gain vocational experience in the sports industry and sports charity sector. Perfect for students completing degrees in sport management, sport and international development or charity development. As... Learn more
4 Weeks
From £995
Sports Film and Media Internship
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
Develop your documentary and sports filmmaking or photography skills on this interesting internship in St Lucia whilst supporting our development through sports charity, assisting them with content th... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £595
Basketball Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Volunteering
Coach basketball to children from the most deprived areas of St. Lucia who otherwise would not have the opportunity to play and train in a structured environment. Impart your skills and knowledge of t... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Sports Psychology Internship
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
As a largely misunderstood discipline in the Caribbean, sports psychology is an area in where a self motivated and knowledgeable sports enthusiasts will be able to make an instant impact. Using your k... Learn more
4 Weeks
From £1195
Testimonials
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"Hola amigos! Just got back to the UK after a epic trip out in Buenos Aires. I can safely say that it's one of my favourite places in the world.So many things make this city great be it the food, women, wine, or footy!"James Kennedy , Football, Argentina -
''I had an amazing experience and the team in Argentina are fantastic. Thanks to Alejandro for really showing me the true Argentine way of life. I look forward to visting again someday and seeing how the kids have developed their Messi skills!"Jason Evans , Football, Argentina -
"Football Coaching in India was awesome - from the time I arrived to the day I left. The people, especially the children, the culture, the food, were all so great! It was an experience that I will never forget! Thank you Sporting Opportunities.... Sanj."Sanjay Thanki , Football, India -
"The experience I had in Ecuador was without doubt the greatest experience of my life so far. I would recommend the programme to anyone who has even the slightest interest in playing or coaching football. The playing experience I gained with La Universidad Catolica was second to none."Craig Lawlor , Football, Ecuador -
"My time in Quito was amazing. I had a wonderful experience working with the kids, and partying in the Mariscal. My homestay was also fabulous and I made amazing friends with my other housemates and the family. I look forward to returning sometime soon."Francesca Ioffreda , Football, Ecuador -
''Since coming back to England I have been able to get hold of two sets of junior clubs, of which there are none in Ghana – the children out there were practicing using full size clubs!''Francis Boatman , Golf, Ghana -
"The in-country staff were really great and the kitchen and house coordinators were amazingly helpful and always there trying to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable."Juan Echeverria , Golf, Ghana -
"Had such an amazing time out in Argentina. The pitches were good quality and managed to play some competitive games myself which was really fun."Sarah Marshall , Hockey, Argentina -
"Absolutely incredible experience, had such a good time and have developed so much as a person as a result. Would do it all over again!"Dan Langman , Hockey, Argentina -
“Whether you’re looking for sport, adventure or worthwhile volunteer projects, South Africa is definitely the place to come - it really does have something for everyone!”Hannah Clare , Hockey, South Africa -
“I'd do this whole experience again without a shadow of a doubt - I had the time of my life! I think the coaching and building a great rapport with the children was one of the most rewarding things I've done in a long time.”Emily Crowe , Hockey, South Africa -
“A challenging, yet eye-opening and amazing experience. Everyone, from staff to volunteers, were so friendly and welcoming.”Calum Hamilton , Hockey, South Africa -
“For me it was a great experience and I would do it again for sure. The staff were all so friendly and it was always fun! With these projects I really got to know the Indian culture better.”Lisa Schaffner , Hockey, India -
“The children seemed to always pay attention and were eager to learn, which is not always something you see in the U.K. This was really rewarding and a great way to see India.”Rujesh Dhulashia , Hockey, India -
''My best achievement in Ghana has been coaching a large group of under 12s hockey. I also learned a lot of new coaching techniques myself.''Hannah Levelle , Hockey, Ghana -
''Everyone was so friendly and made me feel very welcome and part of the club. They are absolutely devoted to the game and there is a real buzz around the place.''Julia Brooks , Hockey, Ghana -
"A truly unique experience and most amazing time. I have loved every aspect of my 3 months in Ghana working alongside the kickboxing and judo gyms. I've made some great friends and encouraged a younger generation of Ghanaians to get involved with Martial Arts."Will McBain , Martial Arts , Ghana -
"It was great working in Ghana with the school kids and giving them access to athletics opportunities that we get so easily back home. See them develop their techniques and really improve over the time I was there was so rewarding".John Ellis , Athletics, Ghana -
"Thanks so much for letting me be part of this project in Ghana. Apart from really improving my own Athletics fitness and skills it was a real privilege to work alongside some of the countries up and coming athletes".Sarah Coolshank , Athletics, Ghana -
''I had an amazing time and had an experience into another world. A real privilege to be part of Ghanaian boxing culture. I originally went for 5 weeks, not sure what to expect but actually ended up staying in Ghana for about 18 months.''Alec McPherson , Boxing, Ghana
