Culture, Sport and Community Development
Coordinator | Sergio
Coordinator | Sergio
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Highlights
Organising and carrying out recreational and leisure activities such as: artistic workshops, sports activities and educational games.
Providing support for children, young people and older adults.
Organise sports classes, adapted for older people.
Recycling and waste recycling workshops.
It generates a change in the living conditions of our children and young people.
The project aims to keep children and young people active and away from gangs while making good use of their free time.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
As a volunteer you are involved in various day-to-day activities with the community and young people, as well as sharing, organising and implementing educational and recreational activities for children, youth, families and older adults.
The lack of opportunities causes many young people to become involved in delinquency, so it is necessary to offer them options that can be linked to music, sport or cultural activities.
As a volunteer in sports volunteering you are expected to participate in the education and training of children and young people in the following cultural and sporting activities:
- American football
- Athletics
- Baseball
- Dance
- Swimming
- Music
They also carry out activities such as:
- Basic classes to help them learn to read and write.
- Activities with the elderly
- Reinforcement for young people
Typical day
The activities of the different sports are carried out in sports facilities located in the area where the organisation is located in Cartagena.
The sports volunteering programme runs from Monday to Friday.
Training sessions are held regularly from 14:00 to 17:00, three times a week. Many children attend school and then attend the scheduled sports and cultural activities. In the course of the morning there are sports activities with children and older children in the school.
Both the timetable and the activities may vary.
Free-time activities
ISLANDS OF THE ROSARY
A place where you can find truly beautiful beaches, quiet and with the possibility to do many activities during the day.
THE BEACHES
Depending on where you go, you can go to some of these beaches, such as El Laguito and Castillogrande, which are possibly the most visited beaches in the city.
GETSEMANI QUARTER
Just pass by the clock entrance and you will find this wonderful quarter, full of life and colour.
WALLED CITY
A unique and fascinating place to visit with family, friends, as a couple or on your own.
Water Sports
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Requirements
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.
You need to speak English (basic level)
or Spanish (basic level)
required
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
We need volunteers with Initiative and autonomy, Learning ability, Optimism and enthusiasm, Ability to lead initiatives, Organisation and planning, Interpersonal communication, Teamwork, Diplomacy and "know how to be".
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
- Welcome and pick-up at the airport
- Hostel accommodation during your volunteering period
- 1 Breakfast per day during your stay
- 24/7 support from the Adventure Volunteer team
- Follow-up, orientation and induction to the program
- Certificate of weeks spent volunteering
- Accident insurance
- Liability insurance for your activity
- Guidance, advice and management in the choice of the program
You must arrive at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), where you will be picked up by the coordinator of the local organisation.
Pick-up time is from 8:00 to 21:00 hours.
All volunteers stay in hostels selected by the organisation. They are usually located in safe areas close to the walled city.
Accommodation includes:
- Bed, in a shared room
- Breakfast during your volunteer placement
- Use of common areas
- WIFI (internet)
- 1 Breakfast per day during your stay
Sorry, no access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena. We assist you to find cheap flights to Colombia.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Colombia provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Colombia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Colombia.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The volunteer project is open all year round (except for national holidays and the holiday period from December to mid-January).
Arrival days are Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays, to make it easier for you to join the project.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 12 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$611
3 weeks
$844
4 weeks
$1,077
5 weeks
$1,310
6 weeks
$1,543
7 weeks
$1,776
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$2,942
Average fees
$275
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
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Culture, Sport and Community Development
The project aims to keep children and young people active and away from gangs while making good use of their free time.
$248/week
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