Thailand Sports Coach Volunteering

Hua Hin, Thailand

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4 WEEKS

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The Sports Coaching Program in North Thailand offers participants the opportunity to engage in an immersive coaching experience while promoting physical fitness and sportsmanship among local children. This program is designed to enhance the sports curriculum in schools by introducing a variety of team sports such as football, volleyball, basketball, and tennis. Participants will work closely with local coaches and children, facilitating training sessions that focus on skill development, teamwork, and healthy competition.

 

In addition to coaching sports, the program also emphasises the importance of personal development, health education, and positive social values. Participants will guide children in learning not just athletic skills, but also values such as discipline, teamwork, and respect. The program aims to create an engaging and active learning environment that nurtures the physical, mental, and emotional growth of young athletes, helping them build confidence and resilience for future challenges.

 

Program Highlights:

  • Coaching Various Sports: Teach football, volleyball, basketball, and tennis
  • Building Life Skills: Promote teamwork, discipline, and respect
  • Health Education: Introduce personal health and fitness lessons
  • Community Engagement: Work with local children and schools 
  • Cultural Exchange: Learn about and share local values and customs

Participants’ Role:

  • Lead training sessions in various team sports, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to participate and develop their skills
  • Act as a mentor, helping children understand the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline in both sports and life
  • Assist in delivering lessons on personal health, fitness, and well-being, focusing on promoting a healthy lifestyle
  • Build strong relationships with local children and coaches, creating a supportive and positive environment for everyone involved.

Aims & Objectives:

  • Use sports coaching to improve the health, skills, stamina, and well-being of the children
  • Give you invaluable, practical experience in sports coaching
  • Assist the local coaches and team by providing an extra hand
  • Develop your coaching and ability to work with children

Standard Shared Accommodation (4-12 pax) 

3 meals per day during weekdays and 2 meals per day during weekends

Water, coffee & tea at the accommodation

Pick up upon your arrival during the regular pick-up time (Sunday 06:00-16:00)  and transportation during the program as per the scheduled activities

Sports coaching program materials and guidance for activities

Access to sports equipment and facilities needed for coaching sessions

Orientation and training to prepare for coaching sessions

Training and supervision by experienced local project coordinators

24/7 Local team support 

4 weeks : £1049

Additional weeks : £249

Start Dates & Minimum Duration

2025 Start Dates: Every Monday

2026 Start Dates: Every Monday

 

To volunteer with this program, there is a minimum duration requirement of 4 weeks. This is due to the nature of work involving young children and ensuring they have enough time to ethically form a relationship with you as a volunteer. We do recommend volunteering for longer durations if possible, but the very minimum duration for our programs involving children is 4 weeks. 

 

This volunteer program runs all year round and starts every Monday. However, we recommend arriving on the Sunday to check into your accommodation and prepare for your program to start the following morning.

 

Please note that program start dates could be affected by local holidays. However, we will give you as much notice as possible if any days of your program may overlap with holidays.

What are the requirements to take part in this program?

Program Requirements:

  • Age limit: 18-65
  • Minimum intermediate level of English
  • Proof of DBS check required
  • Proof of travel insurance required
  • Copy of passport required
  • A background in sports or sports coaching
  • Participants should be energetic and patient when working with children of different ages and personalities

What is my working schedule?

Monday

On your first week, you will be transferred in the morning to the project location to meet with the local team. You will then be introduced to the sports coach and team onsite. Here, you will receive instructions regarding the curriculum, and lesson plans will be discussed.

 

Tuesday to Friday

  • 7.00 - 8.00 am Breakfast
  • 12.00-1.00 pm Lunch
  • 3.00 - 4.00 pm Lesson plan and preparation
  • 3.40 pm departure to the community field.
  • 4.00 pm - 6.30 pm coaching the sport activity
  • 7.00 pm arrival at the accommodation centre and dinner

***This schedule can be changed and/or amended depending on weather conditions, local conditions and unforeseen circumstances.***

 

Mandatory Orientation Day

On Monday of your first week at this location, you will join our orientation day, to familiarise you with the surroundings as well as local culture. Your program will continue as usual from Tuesday onward throughout the rest of the week.

 

Schedule

  • Introduction meeting, House rules, Setting Expectations, Health and Safety Advice and handling of documents, and Signing of Documents.
  • Thai Do's and Don'ts, Thai Culture Lessons, and Thai Language Lessons.
  • Lunch
  • Project Meetings, Preparation, Visits, and Observation alongside the Local Coordinator
  • Dinner

What's the accommodation like?

You will be placed in one of our two centres located in a village with easy access to all daily necessities. The centres include a canteen, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden. All rooms are equipped with bunk beds, shared bathrooms, and air conditioning. Rooms will be shared with 4-12 other participants. Private rooms may be available dependent on availability.

What meals are included?

All the meals served in the accommodation are homestyle and vegetarian-friendly. You can expect typical Thai dishes, including plenty of rice or noodle dishes with vegetables. Occasionally, meat will be served, and we also serve seasonal fruits for dessert. 3 meals per day on weekdays are included and 2 meals per day on weekends. Water, coffee and tea are also included at the accommodation.

What can I do in my free time?

There are other activities that you may enjoy during your stay that are outside of your programs including going to the night market, having a mall experience, and of course relaxation at the beach.

 

Tuesday Evening

We will go to a local market at 6 PM. We will provide you with a one-way transfer and you can take a taxi to return to the accommodation. You can try some of the delicious local food that is freshly cooked and instantly served to you. 

 

Wednesday Afternoon

We will take you to a mall, market village and spend 2 two hours there from 2.30 pm- 4.30 pm. If you have to purchase any essentials or grab some food, you can do it today at the mall.

 

Friday Afternoon

We will take you to the beach and spend some time to rest and relax from 1.00 to 4.00 pm.

 

Hua Hin is a lively fisherman town and popular tourist destination, and it has a lot to offer besides just sunbathing, snorkeling and swimming at its golden beaches. Not only are there plenty of seafood restaurants and other eateries to choose from, but visitors can also enjoy golf, spas, shops, markets (including a popular night market), and Hua Hin’s Vana Nava water park.

You might also consider visiting Khao Takiab, a mountain at the end of the beach with a temple atop that overlooks the beach.

Beautiful national parks also surround Hua Hin. You might decide to go slightly further afield to explore the likes of the Pa La-U Waterfall, located 60 km west of Hua Hin in the south side of the Kaeng Krachan National Park. Alternatively, 45 km to the south of Hua Hin is the mystical Phraya Nakhon cave for the more adventurous!
 

What facilities will I have access to?

  • Swimming pool
  • Air Conditioning
  • Western Toilet
  • Bed linen
  • Safety box/locker
  • WiFi
  • Hot shower
  • Laundry facilities (at an extra cost)

What to Bring 

What to Bring:

  • Comfortable sports clothing and shoes
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Personal toiletries such as shampoo, toothpaste and towel
  • You are more welcome to bring with you some optional items such as:
  • Sports equipment (e.g., balls, cones, whistles, or personal coaching gear).
  • Small gifts or tokens for local children (e.g., stickers, pencils, wristbands).
  • Lightweight yoga mat or fitness bands for stretching or warm-ups.

Airport Pickup 

An airport pick up is included on Sundays between 06:00-16:00. An additional cost will be added if arriving outside of the scheduled pick up time, so we recommend booking your flights to arrive on the Sunday.

 

*Pick up is only done at BKK (Suvarnabhumi) Airport. If you arrive at DMK (Don Mueang) airport, you will need to come to BKK airport to meet your pick up coordinator. You need at least 1 hr and 30 mins (for immigration and customs) from the time you land until you get to the meeting point. Please plan accordingly.*

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