Football Coaching in Ghana School Trip

Day 1
You will land at Accra Airport (ACC), where you will see a Projects Abroad staff member, waiting for you with a sign by the exit.

You will then be taken by minibus to your accommodation in Akuapem Hills, where you will have time to unpack and rest for a little while.

After you have settled in, you will receive culture awareness training to gain insight into Ghanaian customs and traditions. There will also be orientations to help you feel more at ease in your new environment. You'll be shown the local area and then taken to your placement to familiarise yourselves with the facilities, meet placement staff, and discuss expectations and work schedules.

Days 2 - 6
The work can begin now that you're accustomed to the local area.

In the mornings, you will meet the local coaches and PE teachers to get to know each other, assess the team's and individuals' needs, and formulate an action plan. As schools finish for the day, your group will meet with the football players you will be coaching. Eager to show off their skills, you will quickly see the potential and talent you'll be working with for the next two weeks.

While talent and energy are essential, we also aim to turn the players into disciplined and dedicated team members. You and your students will teach them what it means to work together as a cohesive unit, encouraging team-bonding activities and some healthy competition!

As the week progresses, your students will analyse players' performance, adapt your training plan accordingly, and define focus areas for the next sessions.

Days 7 - 8
Ghana, and West Africa more widely, has a tragic past of colonialism and slavery. Many relics of this past remain today, and you will have the opportunity to explore the nation's tragic but important history.

Taking off early, you'll begin your journey to Cape Coast, a beautiful coastal city. Take in your surroundings and keep your eyes peeled during the four-hour trip! You might encounter some interesting species. On arrival, you will embark on a tour of the nearby castle and its museum. You will also learn about the city's fishing industry and relax on its stunning beaches.

On Sunday, you will delve deep into Ghana's wilder side with a trip to the dense rainforest of Kakum National Park. The highlight of this visit is walking through the treetops on a canopy walk. Learn all about the flourishing flora and fauna of Ghana while you spot birds and simply enjoy the peace of being immersed in this beautiful natural environment.

Days 9 - 13
Back to sports coaching after a fun weekend! Head for the Project Abroad local office to review the week's training plan. Monday afternoon will be spent running football training sessions.

Over the next few mornings, you will engage more widely with the community as you and your students work alongside staff to complete basic renovation tasks for the school or community centre based on the needs at the time of travel. In the afternoons, your students will continue to coach the football team while staff members have further opportunities to run workshops for teachers.

Round off your final week in Ghana with one last training session on Friday before saying goodbye to the group.

Day 14
You've left an impression on everyone you've worked with and contributed to our long-term initiative with the local community. You will have helped the players improve their confidence and skills, giving them a better chance for their future careers in the field.
Local teachers will use the knowledge acquired during the workshops to help further develop their students' skills.

It's time to board the flight back to the UK with a sense of accomplishment and memories to last a lifetime.
We hope you had a fantastic experience and can't wait to welcome you back soon!

All group sizes of 5 or more. Free staff place with every 9 students.

Disabled facilities can be offered on request.

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