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Coach football, netball, hockey, cricket, rugby, tennis, basketball or swimming in one of the world’s greatest sporting nations, bringing your love for sports into some of Africa’s poorest townships. Coach just one or a combination of these sports to improve not only the children’s sporting ability and teamwork, but your own as well! If that’s not enough for you, you can even get involved with childcare and teaching projects.

This unique surf and conservation camp in Lisbon, Portugal, combines adventure with impact. Volunteers ride the waves on beautiful Atlantic beaches while supporting coastal clean ups, recycling efforts, and environmental awareness campaigns that protect marine life and promote sustainable habits.

As a volunteer, you’ll take part in daily surf lessons led by experienced instructors, and contribute to preserving Portugal’s shoreline through hands-on environmental action. Tasks include cleaning beaches and forests, collecting and sorting waste, and engaging the public in eco-conscious initiatives.

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced surfer, this is your chance to connect with the ocean, help reduce pollution, and live purposefully while immersed in Portugal’s beach culture.

This unique surf and volunteer project in Porto, Portugal, combines beach life with community impact. Volunteers enjoy world-class surf lessons while helping with inclusive surfing initiatives for children and individuals with disabilities, and supporting the protection of Portugal’s natural coastline through conservation efforts.

As a volunteer, you’ll help deliver community surf sessions that promote wellbeing and self-confidence, and take part in practical environmental work like beach cleanups and recycling initiatives. Whether you’re guiding a beginner into their first wave or helping remove plastic pollution from a protected shoreline, your actions support both people and planet.

Based near the scenic Douro River, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with the ocean, promote inclusion, and live meaningfully in one of Europe’s most welcoming coastal cities.

Qualify as a CSIA Level 1 ski instructor in Whistler Blackcomb and join a world-renowned ski school, teaching children how to ski for the season. You get a job and staff accommodation for the whole season and get to enjoy the breath-taking scenery  and diverse cultural scene of Whistler Village.

This is the perfect opportunity to spend every day on some of the best slopes in the world suitable for all skill levels. While others typically require a Level 2 CSIA qualification to apply for Whistler Blackcomb positions, with Oyster, you’ll leap straight into an instructor role as a freshly qualified CSIA Level 1 graduate!

Japan isn’t just about sushi, samurai, and skyscrapers – it’s also one of the top powder skiing destinations in the world. With more ski resorts than even Austria, every mountain region offers something distinct. While Niseko is the best-known area, attracting a global crowd with its variety of resorts, the entire country is a goldmine for snow enthusiasts. Thanks to its natural geography, you’re likely to find untouched powder wherever you go.

Many Japanese ski resorts receive up to 16 metres of snowfall each season. This is due to a unique weather pattern: icy winds from Siberia move across the Sea of Japan, collecting moisture that turns into dense clouds and results in frequent, fluffy snowfalls. The outcome? Perfect powder – light, dry, and ideal for both skiing and snowboarding.

Bag yourself a qualification as a ski or snowboard instructor whilst on holiday in Whistler Blackcomb. Our 4 week course is designed to give you all the training you need to pass the CSIA or CASI Level 1 instructor exam. AST Level 1 is also included.

Express route to gaining both your Level 1 and Level 2 ski instructor qualifications in awesome Whistler Blackcomb.

Gain your CSIA or CASI Level 1 and 2 qualifications as a skier or snowboarder on our professional 11 week course in Whistler Blackcomb – North America’s number 1 ski resort. Avalanche Skills Training (Level 1 and 2) is also included so you get to experience the backcountry as well!

Choose from 7, 10, or 14-Day Sports Coaching Programmes! Our volunteer opportunities are perfect for school, college, sports clubs, and university groups aged 16 and above. Can take up to 80 participants at one time. Experience the thrill of coaching football, netball, hockey, cricket, rugby, tennis, basketball, or swimming in one of Africa’s premier sporting nations.

Bring your passion for sports to some of the continent’s most underserved townships, making a positive impact on children’s sporting abilities and teamwork skills, while also enhancing your coaching experience. Engage in extracurricular group activities included in the program to further enrich your stay and connection with the local community!

Sports Coaching and Training Opportunities Overseas

Sports abroad is the ultimate way to mix travel, adventure, and doing something meaningful. Whether you want to coach sports in South Africa, learn to surf in Portugal, or train to become a ski or snowboard instructor in Canada or Japan, Oyster has exciting opportunities to match your goals and passions.

In South Africa, you can make a real impact by coaching local children in sports like football, swimming, cricket, netball, tennis, boxing, and more — helping young people build confidence, develop life skills, and discover new opportunities through sport. If you’ve got a favourite sport, let us know and we’ll help find the right placement for you.

Looking to gain qualifications while you travel? You can also complete professional training courses, from surf instruction in Portugal to internationally recognised ski and snowboard certifications in Canada and Japan — with the chance to earn money as a paid instructor once you qualify.

Along the way, you’ll meet people from all over the world, create unforgettable memories, and seriously boost your CV for future jobs or university applications. It’s not just a trip — it’s an experience that sets you apart.

For more information about how we select our childcare and youth programmes and support our volunteers, check out our child protection and safeguarding policies.

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