Overview
Volunteer on a Sports Project in South Africa

Volunteers will be teaching children a range of different sports including football, netball, cricket, tennis, athletics and rugby in townships that surround the beautiful city of Cape Town. The aim is for you to assist teachers and GVI staff to run sports programs at the schools and to give more personal attention to the students. This GVI volunteer program runs in conjunction with community leaders and teachers from the communities. Without this program or volunteer assistance, the children would not have the opportunity to take part in such a variety of sports activities and events, due to lack of equipment, skill and supervision within the township.

Further training options are also available at this location, including a short term community development internship.

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This has been one of the best experiences of my life!

Moira Dilley, GVI Volunteer

What Difference Does This Project Make?

One of the biggest challenges communities in South Africa are facing today is that their youth are often turning to drugs, alcohol and criminal activity. This is a direct result of lack of adult supervision and boredom amongst children within poverty stricken communities. This program aims to offer children within these communities the opportunity to take part in various sporting activities, which will encourage healthy living and provide them with a positive environment where they can develop their skills and hopefully provide an alternative to roaming the streets with nothing to do in the afternoons. The program will also offer opportunities for talented individuals to compete in local sports tournaments and events.

Highlights

Work and live in an attractive coastal village close to Cape Town and Stellenbosch, with direct exposure to local culture and communities. Optional side trips are available to Robben Island, Table Mountain, Cape Point to see Penguins, on a Cape Town wildlife safari, wine tasting in Stellenbosch. For those travelling onwards there is easy access to the Garden Route and cheap domestic flights to Kruger National Park from Cape Town.

Location

Gordons Bay is a picturesque coastal village nestled at the foot of the Hottentot Hollands Mountain Range, just outside Stellenbosch and 45 minutes from Cape Town. The area is home to beautiful swimming beaches, magnificent wine farms and popular restaurants and bars. Gordons Bay is also the beginning of the scenic and well known Garden Route, making this the perfect base to explore the best sites and activities the Cape has to offer.

Field Conditions

Your accommodation will be inside an estate in modern apartments with typically no more than 4 people per room and within walking distance of the beach, shops and restaurants. There is electricity, hot and cold showers and flushing toilets. Access to the internet is available nearby. Food is simple and nutritional and will be prepared for you each day.