Football
There is no denying that football is the World’s most popular sport, with the FIFA World Cup being one of the most viewed spectacles on the planet.
The limited equipment required makes it accessible to even the poorest nations, with young players dreaming of becoming an international superstar. Whether you are training or playing with a local team, or coaching kids from disadvantaged communities, you will discover that the love of football runs deep in many countries and cultures. Coaching football on one of our volunteer projects will give you the chance to use your knowledge and skills to improve lives and let players reach their potential.
See below for our Football Trips Abroad.
Trips
Argentina Football Training Tour
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Sports Tours
Embrace the passion and flair of football in Argentina and take your team to experience training with semi-professional players in the heart of Buenos Aires! Daily training sessions and additional com... Learn more
10 Days
From £680
China Football Tour - 10 Days
Destination: Beijing, China
Trip Type: Sports Tours
There is simply no better way to experience sport and gain a rounded view of life in the real China than on a groups sports tour from Beijing to Shanghai. Take your school, club or university sports t... Learn more
10 Days
From £795
Football Coaching and Training
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Volunteering, Summer Camps, Train & Play
Joining a football coaching and training placement in Argentina will not only give you a taste of the Argentine passion for sport but also provide an insight into how important football is as a vehicl... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Volunteering
Join us in coaching football in our affiliate football schools in rural Costa Rica. You’ll be involved in coaching all ages under 18, teaching life skills and discipline through sport.
2 Weeks
From £550
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Accra, Ghana
Trip Type: Volunteering
Work as a volunteer football coach in Ghana and give kids the chance to train and play football in a fun, organised way. Coaching football in Ghana is a great way to discover a sports-mad country whil... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £500
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Udaipur, India
Trip Type: Volunteering
Join our football coaching volunteer project in India and coach football to children in the stunning city of Udaipur. You will organise football coaching sessions in schools and give disadvantaged chi... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £545
Now: £500
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Trip Type: Volunteering, Summer Camps
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 and townships, g... Learn more
5 Weeks
Was: £1145
Now: £995
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
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Quito, Ecuador
Trip Type: Volunteering
Coach football to children at a local football school in Quito. This football project allows you to help young footballers develop in the sport they love while also giving you the chance to experience... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £795
Now: £725
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Ghana Football Sports Tour - 10 days
Destination: Accra, Ghana
Trip Type: Sports Tours
Embrace Ghana with your school, university or club sports team on this incredible 10 day sports tour in the capital city, Accra. Experience coaching and playing sport in Ghana and discover why it is k... Learn more
10 Days
From £495
Ghana Sports Tour - 14 Days
Destination: Accra, Ghana
Trip Type: Sports Tours
What better way to experience one of Africa’s friendliest and exciting nations than embarking on a 14 days sports tour to Ghana with your school or club team, or with a group of friends? Take on local... Learn more
14 Days
From £595
Higher Level Football Coaching
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
Join our higher level football coaching internship placement in Argentina and build on your coaching experience whilst running training sessions for higher quality semi-professional players in an esta... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Higher Level Football Coaching
Destination: Accra, Ghana
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
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’s top youth football players. For those emerging players... Learn more
4 Weeks
From £1200
Multi-Sports Coaching Project
Destination: Suva, Fiji
Trip Type: Volunteering
Take part in this incredible sports coaching project in the paradise South Pacific island of Fiji and discover not only a truly unique sports experience, but also arguably the world’s friendliest nati... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £750
Now: £700
Multi-Sports Coaching Project
Destination: Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
Trip Type: Volunteering
Support our sports development coaching and playing programmes on the African paradise island of Mauritius. Contribute to community sports development whilst gaining relevant sports experience for you... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £395
Multi-Sports Coaching Project
Destination: Singburi, Thailand
Trip Type: Volunteering
Be part of an exciting sports coaching project in Thailand, introducing new sports to schools and working with kids in our after school programme.
2 Weeks
From £500
Sports Management Internship
Destination: Castries, St Lucia
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience, Summer Camps
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 Management Internship
Destination: Singburi, Thailand
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
Sports are a fantastic way to create opportunities for children to develop socially, physically, mentally and academically in underprivileged environments. Get involved and build on your knowledge and... Learn more
4 Weeks
From £1000
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
Sports Psychology Internship
Destination: Accra, Ghana
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
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 instant and dramatic impact. Using your know... Learn more
4 Weeks
From £1000
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
Testimonials
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"My time in South Africa was without doubt an amazing experience and one that, as I reflect now, was life-changing to say the least."Mark Watkiss , Cricket, South Africa -
"I never imagined that our presence in the townships could have such a huge impact on the kids and be so greatly appreciated. It’s an experience I’ll never forget."Matt Harland , Football, South Africa -
"The passion shown by all the players was amazing and it was such a great thing to be part of. The skill and talent some of them had was phenomenal and it was of a much higher standard than I had ever seen before."Tom Baines , Football, South Africa -
"I have a much more positive outlook on life after coaching football in South Africa. It really opened my eyes to some of the basic things in life that I had taken for granted."Mark Kent , Football, South Africa -
“The volunteering and the staff made this the best 12 weeks of my life. To see how positive the community reacts on the work of the volunteers forces you to do your best to leave a good impression.”Patrick Radmacher , Football, India -
"This was a really great experience, takes a couple days to get into the swing of things, but after that the trip runs very smoothly. All the staff and other volunteers were very friendly and I will defiantly be doing something similar next summer. Unforgettable!"Will Hurl , Football, Ghana -
"The football coaching was great, and also being able to play a lot of football was even better. I thought the staff were great as they loved football and that added to our experience. Great people, great experience and a great sport to be playing in Ghana."Matt Pheasant , Football, Ghana -
“Initially I had minor worries that a girl football coach would not be respected, but as soon as I got there, this illusion was proven very wrong!”Lucy Mills , Football, Ghana -
"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
