Join our Sport Coaching project for 4 weeks or more and enjoy 5 FREE online Spanish classes before you even arrive in Galapagos.
Project details
Join our sports volunteering program in the Galapagos and make a real impact! Work with local coaches in primary and secondary schools, teaching soccer, basketball, and other popular sports. You’ll nurture young talent, boost self-confidence, and promote physical fitness among children in the community.
Join our exciting sports volunteering program in the Galapagos and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young athletes! You’ll collaborate with local coaches in primary and secondary schools, assisting in teaching popular sports like soccer and basketball. This project stands out for its unique opportunity to enhance children’s self-confidence and physical skills while fostering a love for sports in the community.
If you’re passionate about sports and enjoy working with children, this program is perfect for you! You’ll play a crucial role in nurturing young talent, helping them develop essential skills, and motivating them to stay fit and healthy. It’s also an excellent chance for you to improve your own coaching skills. Whether you have prior experience or are new to coaching, you’ll be supported by dedicated local coaches who are eager to share their knowledge and guide you.
Your tasks will include conducting training sessions, coordinating with local teachers to plan activities, and teaching various skills—all while learning from experienced mentors. The program is flexible, with start dates available to accommodate your schedule, and you can join for a minimum duration of just one week.
Become a part of this inspiring journey where you can share your passion for sports, make lasting connections, and leave a positive legacy in the Galapagos community. Start your adventure today!
Your Tasks
You will be a volunteer coach in primary or secondary schools and with the local sports association. Some of your tasks will be:
- Providing training sessions for local children.
- Working with the local teachers to coordinate and plan training sessions.
- Teaching and learning new skills.
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Where in Galapagos will I work?
You will be based in vibrant Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galapagos, and in El Progreso, the oldest village in the islands. Upon arrival at San Cristobal Island Airport (SCY), you will be warmly welcomed by a member of our staff who will assist you in settling in.
Food and accommodation
You will stay with a host family in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno or you will stay in our eco-reserve with other volunteers. Wherever you stay, you will be welcome, and local people will be willing to share their customs and talk about their culture. We believe this is the best way to immerse yourself in the Ecuadorian lifestyle and have a unique experience. Your room will be simple, but comfortable, clean, and safe. The cost of the program includes three meals a day.
Leisure
The Galapagos Islands area world-famous nature reserve full of amazing animals, including giant tortoises, and wonderful marine life and birds. They are also a vibrant part of the landscape and culture of Ecuador and South America. As well as contributing to worthwhile projects, travelling to the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador with us means you’ll be able to explore this fascinating place. Spend the afternoon walking along the Malecon, watching sea lions, and iguanas, and enjoying a coffee in one of the local cafes or restaurants, with its lively shops and iconic statue of Charles Darwin. You can go on boat trips to nearby beaches and islands and watch the wildlife that is unique to the Galapagos. You can snorkel or dive, and perhaps swim with sea lions, turtles, rays, and other ocean life. You can also walk on nature trails overlooking beaches or near Lake Junco in the Highlands. The Interpretation Centre has interesting exhibitions about the history of the islands and their people. Volunteers come here from many countries and lifelong friendships are often made with them and with local people.
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Spanish language lessons
Fluency in Spanish is not a prerequisite for participating in Mondify’s programs in the Galapagos Islands. However, certain projects may have limitations for volunteers with limited language proficiency. Therefore, Mondify strongly recommends that volunteers take advantage of the affordable Spanish courses offered exclusively to program participants. Previous volunteers have found that these classes significantly enhance day-to-day volunteer work and facilitate communication with local communities. Taught by professional Spanish instructors and tailored to each individual’s specific needs, the classes vary in duration and intensity. For instance, the Dynamic Spanish Immersion Course includes 25 group classes per week, totaling 3 hours and 45 minutes daily, while the Rapid Language Mastery Program offers 37 group classes per week, with 5 hours and 30 minutes of daily instruction. These lessons are arranged with your Mondify Program Manager prior to your departure to Galapagos, Ecuador.
Pricing
| Duration | Host Family lodging option (Prices in USD) |
Eco Reserv lodging option (Prices in USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week | $1.645,00 | $1.545,00 |
| 2 weeks | $1.895,00 | $1.900,00 |
| 3 weeks | $2.145,00 | $2.260,00 |
| 4 weeks | $2.395,00 | $2.620,00 |
| 5 weeks | $2.645,00 | $2.995,00 |
| 6 weeks | $2.900,00 | $3.345,00 |
| 7 weeks | $3.280,00 | $3.705,00 |
| 8 weeks | $3.660,00 | $4.065,00 |
| 9 weeks | $4.040,00 | $4.425,00 |
| 10 weeks | $4.420,00 | $4.785,00 |
| 11 weeks | $4.800,00 | $5.145,00 |
| 12 weeks | $5.180,00 | $5.505,00 |
| 16 weeks | $6.700,00 | $6.945,00 |
| 20 weeks | $8.220,00 | $8.385,00 |
| 24 weeks | $9.740,00 | $9.825,00 |
How to get started
Pick a destination and project and apply
Meet your personal volunteer travel expert
Pay the Registration Fee to secure your place
Get ready to volunteer abroad, we’ll support you every step of the way!
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