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Sports Coaching Volunteer Program
Himachal or Rajasthan, India
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Volunteer Activities |
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Coach local children in various sports such as soccer, volleyball, football, etc. |
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Organize sports clubs for after-school activities |
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Enhance children's motor skills, personal health and teamwork through sports |
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Schedule and organize tournaments and/or "Sports Event Days" |
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Develop, repair and improve local sports facilities |
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| Volunteer Program at a Glance |
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Start Dates:
Feb 15th, March 15th, April 12th, May 10th, June 7th, July 5th, August 2nd and 30th, Sep 27th, Oct 25th, Nov 22nd , and Dec 20th
Program Length:
Minimum: 4 weeks, Maximum: 16 weeks |
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Program Cost:
4 Weeks:
US $1,895, additional weeks:
US $161,
8 weeks:
US $2,095 |
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Cost includes:
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Airport pick-up and drop-off |
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On-site orientation and program training |
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Accommodations at shared, dorm-style rooms |
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3 meals per day |
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Facilities (Internet, phone, DVD) |
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In-country support |
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Week-long excursion at beginning of program |
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One-week yoga workshop |
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Volunteer donation |
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Schedule:
Volunteers will typically work 6 hours per day, 5 days a week. In general, you will teach and lead sports activities in local schools and direct club sports in the evening. The exact details of your day will be decided during your volunteer orientation. Schedules vary depending on program needs. Volunteers should remain flexible. |
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What Volunteers Can Do: |
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Volunteers with this innovative program will work in rural elementary schools throughout India to help implement physical education programs and get students involved in new sports activities. Although sports in India are tremendously popular, they are often a low priority in schools and are not adequately supported by the government. Consequently, many Indian children lack regular exercise to stimulate motor skills, maintain personal health, and foster a sense of teamwork.
The Sports Coaching Program encourages and supports athletic activities in Indian elementary schools. As a volunteer with this program, you will lead physical education activities in local primary schools and organize sports clubs for after-school activities. You will also work to improve athletic facilities in the region.
As an added bonus, volunteers will begin the program with a week-long adventure expedition in the Himalayas or in the spectacular desert landscapes of Rajasthan. You will enjoy the best of Indian scenery and nature while improving the lives of local children. |
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Why Volunteer in India? |
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Although modernizing quickly, India is not without its share of problems. Its growing population has already topped the 1-billion mark and the country has one of the highest poverty rates in the world. Because of both national debt and the strict class division of the caste system, most of India's poor receive little or no education, health care, or social services.
Volunteers will live and work in Rajasthan or Himachal, two northern states in India. Rajasthan is a land rich in both cultural and geographical diversity; a mix of deserts, forests and mountain ranges. Himachal is situated amid snow-capped mountains and lush green valleys.
While India is quickly developing into one of the world's economic powerhouses, the prosperity has been slow to trickle down to local communities. Many provincial Indian schools have no physical education program whatsoever. They are still struggling to provide students with even a basic academic education. |
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India Sports Coaching Program Goals: |
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The goal of the India Sports Coaching Program is to bring sports and physical education to the disadvantaged children of rural India. Volunteers in this program use games and activities to help children develop motor skills, maintain personal health, and foster a sense of teamwork. You will work with local children and organize sports activities for designated recess times and after-school programs. In doing so, you ensure that Indian children have the opportunity "to engage in play and recreational activities appropriate to the age of the child", a fundamental right as described by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Through your hands-on work with the Sports Coaching Program, you will gain a deeper understanding of India's challenges while you improve the lives of many Indian children. |
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Airport Pickup and Orientation: |
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After arriving in New Delhi, you will be picked up by a volunteer coordinator and taken to your hotel. The following day, you will depart for your week-long adventure excursion. You will then have a one-week orientation at the specific work site. |
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Transportation: |
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Airport pick-up and drop-off in New Delhi |
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All transfers required by the program |
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All train journeys and other local transportation to program locations |
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Accommodations: |
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Volunteers have access to clean and comfortable but simple rooms. The number of people varies from 2 to 3 per room at our Rajasthan program, and 4 to 6 per room at the Himachal program. All accommodations are comfortable and offer plenty of opportunities to socialize with volunteers from many countries. Volunteers enjoy meals prepared by the program staff in a communal dining area. You will also have access to a kitchen and a common area for relaxing, watching movies and holding cultural workshops. |
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Meals: |
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Three meals a day are included in this program. During excursions, you will be served breakfast. |
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In-Country Support: |
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You can expect help from program coordinators, field guides and fellow volunteers. We also provide a 24-hour cell phone number for emergencies. |
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India Excursions: |
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Volunteers with the Sports Coaching Program will have the unique opportunity to participate in a week-long adventure program to explore India and get to know fellow volunteers. In the Himalayas, the excursion will include rafting, trekking, wildlife observation, and yoga. In Rajasthan, you will enjoy a wide array of Indian culture, from the major sights of Delhi to the bustling markets of Jaipur and the spiritual ambiance of Pushkar. Volunteers are also treated to a weekend yoga workshop. The following additional excursions are available:
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Taj Mahal |
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All volunteers will also have the opportunity to add a one-day excursion to the city of Agra, site of the Taj Mahal, at the end of their stay. |
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Tiger Safari |
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Volunteers working in Rajasthan have the option to add a weekend tiger safari with one overnight stay.
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Dharamsala |
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Volunteers in Himachal have the option to add a weekend excursion to Dharamsala, home of the Dalai Lama. Please inquire for excursion prices and any additional information. |
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Insurance for Volunteers: |
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BridgeVolunteers provides emergency travel insurance for participants. For more information, please read our Insurance page. |
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