South America
South America fuses tropical rainforests with snow-capped mountains and modern Latino cities with ancient civilisations. To say South America is diverse would be an understatement. And perhaps the biggest passion in South America is sport. You need only look at the sporting giants of Brazil, Argentina, Mexico and Ecuador to see this.
Volunteer sports coaching in South America is a great way to give children the chance to play and be coached in the sports they love. You really can make a sporting difference by joining one of our volunteer sports projects during a volunteer holiday or a sports gap year in South America.
See below for our Sports Coaching Volunteer Projects in South America
Choose Your Country:
Baseball Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Volunteering, Train & Play
Join our baseball coaching project in Argentina and give children from disadvantaged backgrounds the chance to play and develop in the sport they love. Coaching baseball is a fantastic way to discover... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Football Coaching and Training
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Train & Play, Summer Camps, Volunteering
Joining a football coaching and training placement in Argentina will not only give you a taste of the Argentine passion for sport but also provide an insight into how important football is as a vehicl... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Hockey Coaching and Training
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Volunteering, Summer Camps, Train & Play
By joining our Hockey Coaching and Training Project in Buenos Aires, you will make a huge difference to the lives of children who want to play hockey as well as work on your own game. The Argentine pa... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Tennis Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Summer Camps, Volunteering
Volunteer in Argentina as a tennis coach and help a new generation of tennis players to improve in their chosen sport. Coaching tennis in Argentina is an amazing opportunity for you to work on your co... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Rugby Coaching and Training
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Volunteering, Summer Camps, Train & Play
By participating in the rugby coaching volunteer placement in Argentina you will experience the two different worlds of Sport in Argentina, on one hand, working with some of the poorest and underprivi... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Sports Management Internship
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
Build on your knowledge and experience of Sport Managements and Sports Development by taking part in a professional internship in Argentina. Develop a greater understanding of the inner workings of a ... Learn more
3 Months
From £1695
Higher Level Football Coaching
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Internships & Work Experience
Join our higher level football coaching internship placement in Argentina and build on your coaching experience whilst running training sessions for higher quality semi-professional players in an esta... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Polo Training Experience
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Train & Play, Volunteering
Experience one of Argentina’s national sports on this incredible Polo training programme in the bustling city of Buenos Aires. Train at a local Polo farm in the outskirts of the city and practice your... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £1195
Now: £1095
Argentina Rugby Tour
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Sports Tours
Rugby is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports in Argentina, and this amazing competitive rugby tour based in the heart of Buenos Aires is the best way to experience the passion and love tha... Learn more
10 Days
From £680
Argentina Football Training Tour
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Sports Tours
Embrace the passion and flair of football in Argentina and take your team to experience training with semi-professional players in the heart of Buenos Aires! Daily training sessions and additional com... Learn more
10 Days
From £680
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Volunteering
Join us in coaching football in our affiliate football schools in rural Costa Rica. You’ll be involved in coaching all ages under 18, teaching life skills and discipline through sport.
2 Weeks
From £550
Football Coaching Volunteer Project
Destination: Quito, Ecuador
Trip Type: Volunteering
Coach football to children at a local football school in Quito. This football project allows you to help young footballers develop in the sport they love while also giving you the chance to experience... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £795
Now: £725
Testimonials
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"The passion shown by all the players was amazing and it was such a great thing to be part of. The skill and talent some of them had was phenomenal and it was of a much higher standard than I had ever seen before."Tom Baines , Football, South Africa -
"I have a much more positive outlook on life after coaching football in South Africa. It really opened my eyes to some of the basic things in life that I had taken for granted."Mark Kent , Football, South Africa -
“The volunteering and the staff made this the best 12 weeks of my life. To see how positive the community reacts on the work of the volunteers forces you to do your best to leave a good impression.”Patrick Radmacher , Football, India -
"This was a really great experience, takes a couple days to get into the swing of things, but after that the trip runs very smoothly. All the staff and other volunteers were very friendly and I will defiantly be doing something similar next summer. Unforgettable!"Will Hurl , Football, Ghana -
"The football coaching was great, and also being able to play a lot of football was even better. I thought the staff were great as they loved football and that added to our experience. Great people, great experience and a great sport to be playing in Ghana."Matt Pheasant , Football, Ghana -
“Initially I had minor worries that a girl football coach would not be respected, but as soon as I got there, this illusion was proven very wrong!”Lucy Mills , Football, Ghana -
"Hola amigos! Just got back to the UK after a epic trip out in Buenos Aires. I can safely say that it's one of my favourite places in the world.So many things make this city great be it the food, women, wine, or footy!"James Kennedy , Football, Argentina -
''I had an amazing experience and the team in Argentina are fantastic. Thanks to Alejandro for really showing me the true Argentine way of life. I look forward to visting again someday and seeing how the kids have developed their Messi skills!"Jason Evans , Football, Argentina -
"Football Coaching in India was awesome - from the time I arrived to the day I left. The people, especially the children, the culture, the food, were all so great! It was an experience that I will never forget! Thank you Sporting Opportunities.... Sanj."Sanjay Thanki , Football, India -
"The experience I had in Ecuador was without doubt the greatest experience of my life so far. I would recommend the programme to anyone who has even the slightest interest in playing or coaching football. The playing experience I gained with La Universidad Catolica was second to none."Craig Lawlor , Football, Ecuador -
"My time in Quito was amazing. I had a wonderful experience working with the kids, and partying in the Mariscal. My homestay was also fabulous and I made amazing friends with my other housemates and the family. I look forward to returning sometime soon."Francesca Ioffreda , Football, Ecuador -
''Since coming back to England I have been able to get hold of two sets of junior clubs, of which there are none in Ghana – the children out there were practicing using full size clubs!''Francis Boatman , Golf, Ghana -
"The in-country staff were really great and the kitchen and house coordinators were amazingly helpful and always there trying to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable."Juan Echeverria , Golf, Ghana -
"Had such an amazing time out in Argentina. The pitches were good quality and managed to play some competitive games myself which was really fun."Sarah Marshall , Hockey, Argentina -
"Absolutely incredible experience, had such a good time and have developed so much as a person as a result. Would do it all over again!"Dan Langman , Hockey, Argentina -
“Whether you’re looking for sport, adventure or worthwhile volunteer projects, South Africa is definitely the place to come - it really does have something for everyone!”Hannah Clare , Hockey, South Africa -
“I'd do this whole experience again without a shadow of a doubt - I had the time of my life! I think the coaching and building a great rapport with the children was one of the most rewarding things I've done in a long time.”Emily Crowe , Hockey, South Africa -
“A challenging, yet eye-opening and amazing experience. Everyone, from staff to volunteers, were so friendly and welcoming.”Calum Hamilton , Hockey, South Africa -
“For me it was a great experience and I would do it again for sure. The staff were all so friendly and it was always fun! With these projects I really got to know the Indian culture better.”Lisa Schaffner , Hockey, India -
“The children seemed to always pay attention and were eager to learn, which is not always something you see in the U.K. This was really rewarding and a great way to see India.”Rujesh Dhulashia , Hockey, India
