The sports program is for volunteers who are interested in physical activity. Share your passion for football or any other sport with Ghanaian children from deprived backgrounds. Working in communities, you will help them to develop their sporting skills. The level of talent existing in Ghana was made clear by the country's presence in the 2010 FIFA World Cup held in South Africa. Notwithstanding that alone, Ghana again took home a bronze medal (came 3rd) when we hosted the 26th African Cup of Nations in 2008. Indeed, sporting activities such as soccer/football is generally understood by most populace in the country. You will have the opportunity to help harness and develop that talent! The organization runs the program in collaboration with soccer clubs (divisions 1&2 and amateurs, schools, colleges).
The Role of the Volunteers
- Assist coaches in football classes through skill development, coordination skills, game preparation and training exercises.
- Help in the organization of training sessions and competitions
- Referee short games for children at the project and in the local community
- Give advice and lessons on football tactics
- Give advice on health issues and requirements
- Take part in football camps and local tournaments
In your spare hours each day you will also have the fantastic opportunity of teaching within local schools. The schools will varying facilities, but generally consist of a few classrooms with wooden desks and a blackboard, so there are loads of opportunities for you to be creative in your role and make the lessons memorable for the children!
Sporting equipment you can bring:
Jerseys, keeper's gloves, footballs, boots, whistles etc.
