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
8 Weeks
Was: £1725
Now: £1695
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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“I’ve had the best three months of my life! I would definitely recommend it! Thank you.”Philippa Tollit , Swimming, South Africa -
"Being able to teach kids how to swim has to have been one of my most significant moments in life. From seeing 12 year old kids fearful of water on day one to being able to swim full lengths of the pool with confidence after 5 weeks was just incredible. You also know that you are giving these kids a gift for life".Neil Dennison , Swimming, Ghana -
"I have had the best three months in Ghana ever! Working a living alongside local Ghanaians and seeing a completely different way of life will live with me forever. My project in helping kids learn how to swim was so rewarding too and it has really made me think about what I want to do when I get home with my future career and working with young people. Thanks to everyone involved and I look forward to coming back to my African home again one day."Sarah Dunbury , Swimming, Ghana -
''I really enjoyed the tennis coaching and was amazed at the standard of tennis and the dedication of the children. And they always had a smile on their face too.''Charlotte Wallis , Tennis, Ghana -
''Ghanaians are friendly in a way that is almost unheard of in the West. They are extremely affectionate and, once you have got used to it, you can be just as friendly back.''Graeme Acheson , Tennis, Ghana -
''I feel really fulfilled that I have aided less fortunate people in giving them a chance to play tennis in the first place and to offer assistance with my coaching knowledge to help the development of the sport in Ghana.''Sal Bolton , Tennis, Ghana -
''It was a seriously amazing trip that I will never forget. So thanks for what all you guys have done, and thanks for making it such an unforgettable trip!''Christian Dorin , Tennis, Ghana -
“It was an incredible experience coaching the children in Port Elizabeth – they are so enthusiastic about learning to play tennis. Their energy levels are amazing and they had improved greatly by the time I left.”Dave Leicester , Tennis, South Africa -
“One of the best experiences of my life! I just can’t believe how enthusiastic and grateful the kids were to learn and play Ultimate. The talent was awesome too – some were naturals! I can’t wait to come back to South Africa one day and see how my players are getting on.”Miles Jackson , Ultimate Frisbee, South Africa -
"I've had the best few weeks of my life. The kids loved learning volleyball and in turn I loved every bit of my experience!"James Taylor , Volleyball, Ghana -
"Coaching Rugby out here has definitely been one of the best experiences of my life. Met some awesome people and really enjoyed the country. Really kind host family made me feel v-welcome. Would definitely like to come back one day!"Tim Wace , Rugby Union, Argentina -
"Taking my love of tennis to Argentina was a dream come true. I will never forget this once in a life time opportunity to play and coach tennis to a range of abilities in such a great country. Thanks to all who were part of this".Ceri Newman , Tennis, Argentina -
"The sports tour that Sporting Opportunities arranged for us was perfect. South Africa was a great country and having the mix of playing against locals as well as coaching sport to kids in the townships was a nice balance. Doing two weeks in South Africa has made a number of us want to come back for a longer stint on one of your 5 week volunteer coaching projects so look out for us. Thanks to all involved".Dan Long: Football Captain , Volleyball, South Africa -
"Taking the girls on this two week hockey tour was excellent. It was the first time that any of us had been to South Africa and the team made us feel extremely welcome and comfortable. You pack so much into such a short period which totally tired us out but apart from being great fun will be a fond memory for years to come. We'll certainly be looking at coming away with you again".Sarah Jackson: PE Teacher , Volleyball, South Africa -
"A well organised trip with a difference. Combining playing and coaching as well as all the cultural things you put on for us was a great idea. To even get to a Springboks Rugby game was a special treat for the lads on this tour so thanks for going the extra mile to make this happen for us".Geoff Fagence: Rugby Coach , Volleyball, South Africa -
"Seeing the kids in week one be so fearful of the water to seeing them confidently swim after my 5 weeks in South Africa has been the most rewarding experience of my life. Thank you to everyone involved."Caroline Rudge , Swimming, South Africa -
"I never thought I could take my love of football and coach it to kids in the Caribbean so this has been an experience I will never forget. Totally amazing."Scott Black , Football, St Lucia -
"I've always wanted to travel to the Caribbean, so getting the chance to coach cricket and travel at the same time was perfect!"Manish Patel , Cricket, St Lucia -
"What a great 4 weeks I had in St Lucia on the cricket coaching project organised by Sporting Opportunities. I've made friends for life and will never forget the fun times I had."Tom Webb , Cricket, St Lucia -
"Best thing about the course - meeting so many like minded people, many of whom will be friends for life and getting to snowboard for 11 weeks without a care in the world!"David Turner , Skiing, Canada
