Football Coach Assistant

location
1 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 17 - 50+

rating  Fantastic 4.5  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • Create a better future for the young ones
  • Teach, Train and Play with the kids and encourage them to take up the sport in the future
  • Assist the coaches of the school with everyday practices as well

Highlights

  • Create a better future for the young ones
  • Teach, Train and Play with the kids and encourage them to take up the sport in the future
  • Assist the coaches of the school with everyday practices as well
  • Club the project with teaching/community building and make an all encompassing effort for the betterment of the local community


  • Especially good for

    Age 17+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Work as a Football Coach in Ghana and help create the local passion for the game create a better future for the young ones

    Ghanaians are extremely passionate about football and their love for the game is evident everywhere. Volunteering Solutions places volunteers in this program in local schools and football clubs in the Tamale region in Northern Ghana. The people of Tamale love the game of football, especially since ...

    About the program

    Ghanaians are extremely passionate about football and their love for the game is evident everywhere. Volunteering Solutions places volunteers in this program in local schools and football clubs in the Tamale region in Northern Ghana. The people of Tamale love the game of football, especially since the city has got a brand new football stadium.

    Volunteer's role is to assist the local coaches in their daily practice schedule with the local players. Volunteers can also help the students in local schools to improve their game and organize football matches.

    During your time as a volunteer, you can help in the development of the football skills of young players. Volunteers working in the Football Coaching Volunteer project are also welcome to work in the Community Development or Orphanage Program wherein you can combine two programs.

    Typical day

    Saturday - Arrival at Accra 
    Sunday - Transfer to Tamale + showing around the accommodation neighborhood 
    Monday - Orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, covering topic areas; such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestion over ...

    Typical day

    Saturday - Arrival at Accra 
    Sunday - Transfer to Tamale + showing around the accommodation neighborhood 
    Monday - Orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, covering topic areas; such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestion over things to do in Ghana.
    Tuesday to Fri - Volunteer work 
    Breakfast - 06:00 am onwards (provided at the accommodation)
    Working hours at the placement - 07:00 am to 01:00 pm and 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    Lunch - 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm (volunteers need to manage lunch on their own)
    Dinner - 06:30 pm to 07:30 pm (provided at the accommodation)

    The same volunteer work schedule continues from the second week onwards 

    Free-time activities

    On the weekends you can head out to explore places such as Mole National Park and Monkey Sanctuary. Volunteers also visit Paga to visit Crocodile Park or further south to Cape Coast to enjoy the beaches. On weekdays, participants have free time in the evenings and spend time relaxing at their ...

    Free-time activities

    On the weekends you can head out to explore places such as Mole National Park and Monkey Sanctuary. Volunteers also visit Paga to visit Crocodile Park or further south to Cape Coast to enjoy the beaches. On weekdays, participants have free time in the evenings and spend time relaxing at their accommodation or socializing with other volunteers and the local people.


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 17 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 17 years old on the program start date.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference and should have a keen interest in sports and football. Participants must be fit and healthy at the time of joining the program. Participants should have no criminal convictions and should provide a clean criminal background check report.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Volunteering Solutions

    24 hrs Assistance and support from Staff
    Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
    Airport Pickup from Tamale
    Orientation 
    Food - 2 meals a day
    Accommodation 
    Travel & Medical Insurance (Available at an extra cost) 
    Certificate Of Completion (Upon Request)
    Assistance in arranging weekend trips in Ghana

    Airport Pickup at Kotoka International Airport

    You will be met by our representative at Tamale Airport in Tamale from where you are transferred to your project location. Participants can arrive in Accra and take connecting flight to Tamale.

    Accommodation

    Volunteers will be staying at a standard Ghanaian volunteer homestay managed by the local program coordinator. In case of space is not available in the volunteer home, you will be accommodated with a Ghanaian Host family. Accommodation is either provided in an individual or shared room along with other volunteers. By staying with a family you will experience the local Ghanaian culture, language customs, and traditions. There are separate rooms for male and female volunteers with shared toilet facilities. Participants should note that living is of a basic standard and you should not expect luxuries. Power cuts are common in Ghana and most rural houses do not have running water during times of drought. Bedding is provided, however, volunteers need to bring their own towels and mosquito nets (these can also be purchased in Ghana). 

    Food & Beverages

    Volunteers are provided with 2 meals (breakfast and dinner) at the host family house. Ghanaian cuisine consists primarily of starches, soups, beans, meat, and fish. The Starches consist mainly of rice and doughy balls made from mashed cassava, plantain or yams.  Famous Ghanaian dishes include Banku and Fufu.

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ghana. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ghana provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Ghana you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ghana. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Arrivals in 2023 and 2024 are planned at the following dates:

    2023
    • Oct - 07,21
    • Nov - 04,18
    • Dec - 02,16
    2024

    • Jan - 06,20
    • Feb - 03,17
    • March - 02,16
    • April - 06,20
    • May - 04,18
    • June - 02,15
    • July - 06,20
    • Aug - 03,17 
    • Sept - 07,21
    • Oct - 05,19
    • Nov - 02,16
    • Dec -07,21
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    1 week (min. stay) 626€
    2 weeks 717€
    3 weeks 767€
    4 weeks 817€
    5 weeks 857€
    6 weeks 907€
    7 weeks 947€
    8 weeks 1,007€
    24 weeks (max. stay) 2,283€
    Average fees 360€/week

    Program fees

    360€ per week 1 - 24 weeks Age 17 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    1 - 24 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with Volunteering Solutions during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


    Meet your organization

    Volunteering Solutions

    Fantastic 4.5 rating (44 reviews)

    Agency - founded in 2007

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Good response rate

    Coordinated by

    Sahil

    About the project

    Providing placements to overseas travelers under several different volunteer projects in 25 different destinations across Asia, Africa, South America and Europe.

    Meet your organization

    Who we are?

    Volunteering Solutions was established in 2006 with the aim of changing the face of volunteer traveling, and in the last 10 years, we have had more than 15,000 volunteers who completed their journeys with life changing experiences. Nicknamed as VolSol, we provide the best volunteer and intern opportunities to interested candidates from different parts of the world, and we ensure that each of them gets the maximum out of the program they choose.

    As an organization, we have a cross-cultural set up in all our offices across the world. We have people from different countries, cultures and ethnicities working for us in order to make the process of volunteer traveling smoother and more flexible.

    We have dedicated coordinators at each volunteer destination, coming from different countries.We take care of the volunteer’s placement, traveling, accommodation, meals and security. 

    What we do?

    Currently, Volunteering Solutions operates in more than 25 countries, providing more than 100 volunteering and interning options ranging from Child Care, Teaching, Medical and Healthcare, Community Development, Marine Conservation and much more. Most of our volunteers are high school students, couples, corporate groups and individuals on their summer break or gap year.

    We are in collaboration with NGOs, schools, hospitals, orphanages, HIV/AIDS clinics, women groups and other social welfare organizations all across the globe. Each of these organizations have been working at the grassroot level for years, and successfully contributed towards the development of the concerned people. VolSol has ensured that the contribution of every volunteer is counted, and there’s sustainable growth.

    Our mission/vision

    Our mission is to offer the most comprehensive volunteer abroad experience to travelers from all walks of life, with a vision to promote ethical and sustainable travelling. We aim to make a difference in the lives of the unprivileged people in different parts of the world and to bridge the gap between the volunteers and the host communities to establish a 'Win-Win' situation for both.

    Who are we looking for?

    Travelers who are flexible in their approach, dedicated to provide their time and effort, and determined to make a difference in the society. Our volunteers come from all walks of life; be it a high school student or a retired professor. Any and everyone can join our projects, as long as they have the determination to be the part of volunteering brigade. The minimum age requirement to join our programs is 17 years, while, there's no maximum age limit. One need not have any particular degree or qualification to join our programs, and all we look for is the dedication and flexibility in the volunteer. 

    Please Note: For our medical programs, volunteers need to be pre-med/medical/or certified doctors.

    Why choose us?

    Not only our placements are the safest, but also are one of the most affordable all over the world. Our credibility reflects from not only as a registered member of WYSE Travel Confederation, but also from the 11k+ satisfied volunteers whom we have placed in the last over a decade of our operations. 

    For the internship programs, participants opting for Medical and Healthcare projects get to work with professionals and learn how to deal in emergency situations. Our internship programs are crafted and designed in a way that every participant gets to know about the medical scenario of the particular country. It is both an inward and outward journey - inward, as you’ll get to learn a lot through first hand experience, and outward, as the society will be benefitted by your contribution.

    44 reviews · rating4.5

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    Location

    Africa > Western Africa > Ghana > Tamale

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