"Beyond the Safari: Volunteer & Leave a Legacy in Ruiru"

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The experience

"Trade tourist trails for true impact! At Ruiru Sportiff, you’ll swap safari jeeps for football pitches, working hands-on with Kenyan youth through sports and mentorship. This isn’t just a trip—it’s a chance to:

⚽ Coach future champions on and off the field

🌱 Live authentically in a vibrant Nairobi satellite town

🤝 Bond with locals who’ll teach you as much as you teach them

✨ Leave a legacy through sustainable community programs

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What you offer

3 hours of help per day

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Cooking: Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Additional fee required

Amount: € 250 Per week

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Donation to project

Description: "Your €250 weekly fee covers: Accommodation (safe, shared housing) 3 meals/day (local, nutritious food) Airport pickup (Nairobi) Training & 24/7 support Project resources (sports gear, etc.) Why? Fees sustain our programs and ensure local impact. Budget tip: Longer stays reduce costs! Transparency promise: No hidden charges. Questions? Just ask!"*

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What you get

3 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

"Ruiru Sportiff Volunteer Program: Where Passion Meets Purpose"

At Ruiru Sportiff, we don't just play sports - we transform lives. Our volunteer program offers a unique opportunity to:

🔥 Empower Youth through football training and life skills development

🌍 Experience Authentic Kenya beyond tourist hotspots

👥 Join a Movement that's changing Ruiru one game at a time

What makes us different?

✅ Grassroots impact in an underserved community

✅ Cultural immersion with local families and coaches

✅ Professional training and 24/7 support

✅ Flexible programs from 2 weeks to 6 months

Your role?

Coach football sessions for ages 8-18
Mentor young athletes in leadership and teamwork
Help organize tournaments and community events

We provide:

✔ Safe, comfortable homestay accommodation

✔ 3 nutritious local meals daily

✔ Airport pickup and orientation

✔ Certificate and reference letter upon completion

"I came to volunteer for a month - I stayed for three. The kids stole my heart!" - Jacob, UK volunteer

Ready to write your own Kenyan story? Apply today!

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Activities & Shift

🌅 Morning Shift (7:30 AM - 12:00 PM)

• 7:30 AM - Breakfast with host family/staff

• 8:00 AM - Pre-session planning with local coaches

• 9:00 AM - Lead football drills for primary school kids (ages 8-12)

• 10:30 AM - Life skills workshop (teamwork, hygiene, or goal-setting)

🌇 Afternoon Shift (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM)

• 2:00 PM - Lunch & community time

• 3:00 PM - Teen training session (ages 13-18) - advanced techniques

• 4:30 PM - Friendly matches or tournament prep

🌃 Evening (Optional/Seasonal)

• 6:00 PM - Debrief with coaches

• 7:00 PM - Community events (film nights, talent shows)

• 8:00 PM - Dinner & free time

📅 Weekly Variations:

Mondays: Fitness testing & player evaluations
Wednesdays: Girls' empowerment football clinic
Fridays: Inter-school matches
Weekends: Adventure days (hikes, cultural visits)

⚖️ Volunteer Flexibility:

• Choose 1-2 shifts/day based on energy levels

• Days off negotiable (typically 1-2/week)

• Specialize in coaching, mentoring, or event planning

🏆 What You’ll Experience Daily:

High-fives from kids mastering new skills
Swahili lessons during water breaks
The roar of crowds at local matches
Sunset football with Mount Kenya in view

"No two days are the same – but every day matters."

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Rules

To ensure safety, cultural respect, and program success, all volunteers must agree to:
1. Code of Conduct

✔ Respect Local Culture – Dress modestly, avoid public intoxication, and honor Kenyan traditions.

✔ No Discrimination – Zero tolerance for racism, sexism, or LGBTQ+ prejudice.

✔ Punctuality – Arrive on time for scheduled activities.
2. Safety Protocols

⚠ Buddy System – Never travel alone at night; use provided transport.

⚠ No Solo Coaching – Always work with a local staff member present.

⚠ Emergency Contacts – Carry staff numbers at all times.
3. Program Rules

• No Unauthorized Photos of children (we’ll share approved media guidelines).

• Gifts Policy – Don’t give individual gifts; coordinate donations through staff.

• No Romantic Relationships with participants or host families.
4. Facility Use

• Equipment Responsibility – Return all sports gear after sessions.

• No Smoking/Vaping near children or on fields.
5. Consequences

🔴 1st Violation – Verbal warning

🔴 2nd Violation – Written report

🔴 3rd Violation – Dismissal from program