Teach Sports

Program Description

Become a volunteer with this programme and help teach sports such as hockey, netball, and football. This is a great unifying and fun tasks that unites people from all cultures and backgrounds. You do not need to worry about issues with communication since most teaching is done visually. You will serve as a role model and help to inspire these children.

Local children are fans of playing all kinds of sports. However, there is rarely any equipment to be found in Malawi and so many children have not encountered tennis, hockey, cricket, netball, and football.

We seek to provide these children with all the necessary equipment and instructors who can show them what a joy sports can be as well as a positive force.

Highlights

1. We welcome all universities, clubs, individuals, and groups
2. Volunteers can choose from a wide range of locations
3. Boost your organizational skills through developing groups and clubs
4. Have all your logistics and transportation taken care of

Responsibilities include:

Introducing ‘play’ to children
Integrating large communities through recreation
Developing equipment and facilities
Serving as a role model
Activities daily 2-6 (times may vary)

Qualifications

An interest in teaching sports is essential

Volunteer Types

What`s Included

• Meet and greet at airport
• 24/7 in-country support team and representatives
• Airport transfers
• Local SIM card on arrival
• Country Induction Course (1 day & night, includes free accommodation), this covers Malawian language lessons, cultural differences, currency and customs
• Accommodation provided whilst working on projects.
• Transport from Induction Course to Projects
• Food for all meals whilst working on projects
• Management of incidents and emergencies including: lost passport or illness whilst in-country
• Optional 1 week safari and Kilimanjaro climb (at extra cost)
• Help and advice on any extra itineraries. Our staff are well travelled so if you plan to move around Malawi and Africa after your placement, we can recommend sites and accommodation
• 2 nights stay on the beautiful lake Malawi, to rest and help you unwind before returning home
• BBQ, live music and farewell drinks on your last night to show our appreciation for your hard work