1. sports

Sports Coaching
& Community
Outreach
South Africa
Volunteering-done
right!
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About Us
Why choose to volunteer on
this programme?
EDGE of AFRICA combines a visit to breath-taking
Africa with a life-changing volunteer experience.
 Inspire local children to be
active and healthy
 Provide an opportunity for local
children to learn new skills
 Gain a varied experience
combining sports with some of
our community upliftment
EDGE of AFRICA started making a direct positive
impact on the lives of underprivileged South Africans
and the country’s environment in 2007, since then
EDGE of AFRICA branches have also been opened in
Madagascar and Zimbabwe. Our award winning,
organisation has continued to grow from strength to
strength and now boasts the involvement of
volunteers from over 30 different nations globally.
About our Sports Coaching &
Community Outreach
Programme
Who should apply?
Sports is often the last priority in local schools
when funding is limited therefore, we aim to
provide an opportunity for local children to
develop their love of sports where they may
have otherwise missed out.
Specific qualifications are not required
however volunteers will need to have a
passion for sports and be confident with the
basics of at least one sport (Soccer as this is
an extremely popular sport in SA but we
welcome the introduction of a variety of
sports too).
We feel that sports can be an excellent tool for
developing social skills such as working as part of
a team, and making the right choices in life.
Volunteers need to be hard working, mature,
motivated and able to show initiative. Good
health and physical fitness are also required.
Volunteers also need to be confident with
speaking English.
Through our Community Outreach projects we
aim to provide opportunities to members of
Knysna’s more underprivileged communities.
Our projects are aimed at empowering people
and moving away from the “hand-out” sentiment
as we believe that this is the only way to move
forward and develop a nation.
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Comfort level
Comfortable
You will have access to all amenities including
running water, electricity. Most bankcards
work at local banks (VISA, MasterCard, AMEX)
and you will have access to the Internet. You
will also find that you can purchase almost
anything at local shops.
Sports Coaching & Community
Outreach
You will give local children the chance to develop
their love of sports by assisting with sports
workshops, organising matches and inspiring
children to be as active as possible.
Recommended for those who enjoy
having access to restaurants and shops
as well as daily communication with
friends and family at home.
You will also be spending time contributing to our
community outreach projects; all of which are
established in association with the local
communities and monitored on an on-going basis
to meet the basic life needs of many of the most
underprivileged of our community members.
By joining this programme you will be able to
make a real impact and become immersed in the
diverse cultures that Knysna has to offer.
“One of the most memorable
things for me was how
appreciative the locals were. This
experience has been amazing
and I would recommend it
100%”
Typical Weekly Schedule
Saturday
Arrival & Orientation
Sunday
Time off to explore the area
Monday
Orientation/Training & Sports Coaching
Tuesday
Sports Coaching
Tim H, United Kingdom, Sports Coaching
& Community Outreach
Wednesday Sports Coaching
Thursday
Food Security & Sports Coaching
Friday
Saturday
Community Survey & Cultural Activity
Optional Excursion
*Timetables may vary depending on your arrival day and time of
year.
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Knysna,
South Africa
concentration of Wild Elephants in the
world (we visit Addo approximately once a
month and you can join us!)
 You can fly into Cape Town, and spend a
few days exploring the city before hopping
on the Bus and coming to Knysna, seeing
more of the Western Cape on your way
(this is FREE for all Knysna Volunteers!).
 You can combine any of our Knysna
initiatives and have a full, unique
volunteering experience
Knysna- South Africa’s
favourite town!
 We have some of the most picturesque
beaches, lagoons and forests that South
Africa has to offer
You will be part of a very close-knit
community that will welcome you to the
growing volunteer family
 Our community is much safer than some of
the larger townships in bigger cities, with
many friendly locals who know and care
about the EDGE of AFRICA volunteers
 Knysna town is full of restaurants and
coffee shops, as well as a small waterfront
with great shops
 The area offers every activity you can think
of, from beautiful hikes, boat trips, animal
experiences and for the more adventurous,
is close to the highest bridge bungee jump
in the world!
 Knysna is only a 4 hour’s drive to Addo
National Park; home to the highest
Available Add-Ons
 Cape Peninsular Tour
 Cape Winelands Tour
 Cape Town City Sightseeing Tour
 Addo National Park 3 day Trip
 Day Excursions in the Knysna Area
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Accommodation
The Knysna volunteer house is basic but comfortable
and cleaned daily by our hardworking House
Manager. It is full of character and has spectacular
views over the mountains.
Facilities Include:
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Hot Water Showers & Electricity
Communal Kitchen
Communal Lounge Area with TV/DVD Player
Comfortable Dorm Style Sleeping Arrangements
Unlimited Wi-Fi and computer access
Outdoor braai (barbeque) area & Hammocks
Private & Family Rooms Available on Request
Arrival and
Departure
Information
On departure, your project coordinator will
transport you to the airport and/ or assist with any
further travel arrangements. If you are travelling
further through Africa we are more than happy to
provide any advice or support in planning your
onward journey.
Please ask EDGE of AFRICA for
confirmation of arrival and departure
dates before booking your flights!
We will provide you with a comprehensive PreDeparture pack when you confirm your booking
with us that will outline all our recommendations
for flights, packing and in-country advice.
EDGE of AFRICA has a global travel services partner
that can assist with all your travel plans including
offering a best price guarantee on flights! If you
are flying into Cape Town, we can assist with
organising your Cape Town stay including
accommodation and tours.
You will either need to fly into Johannesburg or
Cape Town and catch a connecting flight to
GEORGE (GRJ). It is our nearest airport. You can
also get the BAZ BUS from Cape Town which is a
good way to see the area if you have time before
your arrival date. If you decide to arrive into Cape
Town, a bus ticket is included FREE of charge and
we can help book this for you.
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Get Started!
What’s Included?
1. Ask us for a Booking Form and we will email it
 All project operating costs, equipment, tools
and resources
 Return Bus Ticket from Cape Town to Knysna
 Pick up & drop off from arrival points
(George/ Knysna)
 24/7 emergency support
 Orientation & Training
 Accommodation in our Volunteer House
 3 Meals a day
 Project Related Transport
 Project T-shirts
 Dedicated coordinators to assist you daily
 Project support and feedback sessions
throughout your stay
 Assistance with optional activities and tours
 Assistance obtaining a local SIM Card for your
phone
 Additional cultural and outdoor activities on
Friday afternoons (and some evenings)
 Free, unlimited Wi-Fi and computer access in
the volunteer house
 Post-project involvement, and an exclusive
return volunteer discount
to you. You then need to fill it out and send it back
to us.
2. You need to make sure that you confirm the exact
arrival/departure dates with EDGE of AFRICA
before you book your flights.
3. Once we have received your 25% deposit we will
send you a pre-departure form which you need to
fill out (with all your flight details, food
requirements etc.). We will also send you a predeparture information pack detailing everything
you need to know about your trip.
4. You
may have to fill in some confidentiality
agreements and indemnities before your arrival
depending on your project.
5. Full payment is due 14 working days before your
arrival.
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channels, including:
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Contact Details
Office: +27 (0)44 3820122
Fax: +27 (0)86 615 1857
E-mail: info@edgeofafrica.com
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Address: EDGE of AFRICA - Suite 88
Private Bag X31 - Knysna – 6570, South Africa.