Voluntary Work
The programme is mainly based in Accra the Capital, however, our coordinator can place you in one of 10 different regions all over Ghana. Each region and placement has a fairly different structure and can offer a different kind of experience, all depending on what you are hoping to achieve.
At the project, you will assist local coaches, arrange games, referee short matches and help to coach technique and tactics.
Most football coaching will take place in the afternoons and evenings, when the weather is cooler and the local children have finished school. Because of this, you have an opportunity to teach in local schools during the mornings. In most cases, this will represent 2-3 hours of teaching a day, Monday to Friday.
Volunteer activities include:
- Assist coaches in football classes – help improve their coordination skills, prepare them for games and introduce them to new training drills
- Help in the organization of training sessions and competitions
- Referee short games for children both at the project and within the local community
- Offer advice on football tactics
- Teach new sports exercises and offer advice on health issues and requirements
- Take part in football camps and local tournaments
- Optional teaching within the academy or local schools
What’s Included in the Programme Price
- Project fee: This entails financing that goes directly back into the project that you are involved with. This project fee facilitates funding for items such as building materials, equipment, supplies, foodstuffs, etc.
- All airport transfers to and from the nearest international airport in Ghana
- All accommodation during your stay with your local family
- Orientation of your project upon arrival before your work period
- Programme placement and daily activities
- Full support and assistance from your co-ordinator throughout your time on your placement
- Breakfast and dinner each day: Please note: the provision of lunch will depend on your project
What’s Not Included in the Programme Price
- Personal travel insurance for the duration of your placement, which should include cover for repatriation
- Some lunches during your project
- All international flights
- All visas (which you will need to get before travelling to Ghana)
- All items of a personal nature, such as curios, gifts, clothing (work and other)
- E-mail/Internet and telephone calls
- Soft drinks, wines and spirits
- Any excursions over and above your planned itinerary in Ghana
Prices & Durations
Ghana Football Volunteers - 4 weeks £879
Ghana Football Volunteers - 5 weeks £999
Ghana Football Volunteers - 8 weeks £1,539
Ghana Football Volunteers - 12 weeks £2,199
