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Soccer Coach and Community Supporter

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4 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Coach children from all age groups and thereby support families who come from all income levels
  • Be part of an international team with a lot of team spirit and vision to bring soccer to all people in the community.
  • Plan and take charge of your own training sessions and teach kids important values like: Teamwork, discipline, courage and fun

Highlights

  • Coach children from all age groups and thereby support families who come from all income levels
  • Be part of an international team with a lot of team spirit and vision to bring soccer to all people in the community.
  • Plan and take charge of your own training sessions and teach kids important values like: Teamwork, discipline, courage and fun
  • Support disadvantaged families through fundraisers that shoes, training equipment, etc. can be purchased
  • Live in one of the most beautiful coastal towns of Costa Rica and go on excursions to the beach, river or waterfall with the other volunteers
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Become part of a special soccer community in the beautiful coastal city of Uvita.This project is managed exclusively by international volunteers and local volunteers!

    Until now, many local children were not able to participate in trainings that could be financed on a monthly basis. This project is for all children of the community to give them the chance to attend an effective and good training regularly.

    It is important that through you values like: Team spirit, ...

    About the program

    Until now, many local children were not able to participate in trainings that could be financed on a monthly basis. This project is for all children of the community to give them the chance to attend an effective and good training regularly.

    It is important that through you values like: Team spirit, discipline, responsibility and that the children are given a perspective through sports. This program is run exclusively by our international volunteers and local parents. Volunteers can take responsibility and make an important contribution to the local community.
    We welcome volunteers from all over the world and look forward to a cultural exchange. In order for you to be well scheduled, please tell us in your application the position you play or used to play, your language skills, and if you already have a coaching license.

    Typical day

    When working with children, every day is different; in our program, for example, a day might look like this:
    The morning is basically free for you to go to the beach or waterfall or just relax with the other volunteers in the garden of the accommodation.

    1.30 - 3.00 pm Planning the training sessions ...

    Typical day

    When working with children, every day is different; in our program, for example, a day might look like this:
    The morning is basically free for you to go to the beach or waterfall or just relax with the other volunteers in the garden of the accommodation.

    1.30 - 3.00 pm Planning the training sessions for the day for different age groups
    3.00 - 4.00 pm Social Media and Fundrasing
    4.00 - 7.00 pm Training sessions different age groups
    Some days of the week, workouts start an hour later and go until 8.00 - 9.00 pm
    On Fridays the team meeting takes place and the upcoming week is discussed as well as past training sessions are analyzed.
    The project currently takes place from Monday to Friday. In the future, smaller tournaments are planned 1x month.

    Holidays:
    From mid-December to mid-January, schools in Costa Rica are closed and our program is also on vacation.

    Free-time activities

    During your freetime you can go to the beach, waterfall or river or relax with other volunteers at your accommodation. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Costa Rica do have great surf spots. Water sport activities are a lot around ...

    Free-time activities

    During your freetime you can go to the beach, waterfall or river or relax with other volunteers at your accommodation. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Costa Rica do have great surf spots. Water sport activities are a lot around the project.
    Close to the beach people sell souvenirs. During your days off you can discover other cities.
    Tours on site possible to book: wale watching, kayaking, go to the waterfall, Corcovado tour, snorkeling in cano island, diving tours, surf lessons, and more

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (intermediate level) or Spanish (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    e.g. sports (soccer) at Intermediate or high school level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    Some basic Spanish skills would be helpful. If you don't have any language skills yet, we are happy to plan an online language course in advance or arrange a language course on site in the morning (additional cost).

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 13:30 - 20:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Airport Pick Up to the bus station in San Jose
    • Local support
    • 12/7 Emergency Number
    • Accommodation in a volunteer house or Guest Family
    • 2 tipical meals a day

    Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Our team will pick you up at San Jose Airport. We can organize the pick up from the airport till 11.30 am. Our driver will bring you to the bus station in San Jose. The bus will take about 4 hours to Uvita. If you are coming later our driver do offer a add on package with one day overnight at a host family close to the airport.

    Accommodation

    You will be in a volunteer house. Rooms are very well equipped and you will have dorm room. Single rooms up on request on a extra fee. You will share bathroom with other volunteers.  Our traveler recommend the accommodation to 100%. The accommodation is about 10-15 minutes by bisicial from the project.
    Single rooms or own apartment are available on request and with an extra fee.

    Food & Beverages

    Breakfast and dinner are included, as well during weekend.
    For breakfast there is a different dish every day e.g. Gallo Pinto (the national dish), pancakes, cereals, porridge, enpanadas or scrambled eggs.
    Dinner is a typical meal such as arroz con pollo. But also a pasta dish and salad is served from time to time.
    The accommodation has a well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare your lunch.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
    You don't have to pay anything yet

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    You can start the project very flexible, each Monday. Arriving day is Saturday/Sunday. You will get an pick up at San Jose Airport and on next day a driver bring you to bus station in San Jose. The bus will take about 4 hours.
    Availability
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    Program Fees

    $295 per week 4 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 24 weeks

    Deposit

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    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
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    Location

    Americas > Central America > Costa Rica > Uvita

    Meet your project coordinator

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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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