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

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A experiência

"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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Como você ajuda

3 horas por dia

Cuidado de Animais: Ajude a cuidar do bem-estar e saúde de animais.

Ajudante de Cozinha: Ajude a preparar, finalizar e servir refeições.

Preparar Refeições: Prepare aquele rango gostoso para hóspedes.

Ensinar Esportes: Ensinar ou ajudar o anfitrião, convidados ou comunidades locais a praticar esporte ou atividades físicas

Taxa extra necessária

Valor: € 250 Por semana

Valor destinado a: Benefícios para os voluntários e Doação para o projeto

Descrição: "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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O que você ganha

3 dias livres por semana

Quarto privado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto privado, ou seja, um quarto só para você

Quarto compartilhado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto compartilhado, ou seja, irá dividir o quarto com outras pessoas.

Café da manhã: Você ganha café da manhã gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Jantar: Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Descontos em festas: Ganhe descontos em festas e baladas nas redondezas.

Descontos em drinks: Ganhe descontos em drinks ou bebidas do nosso bar.

Descontos em tours: Ganhe descontos em tours ou passeios pela cidade.

Passeios de graça: Te levamos para fazer tours e passeios pela cidade. De graça!

Trilhas de graça: Te levamos para fazer excursões e trilhas pela cidade. De graça!

Festas de graça: Ganhe entrada gratuita para as melhores festas da cidade.

Eventos de graça: Ganhe entrada gratuita para os melhores eventos da cidade.

Carona na chegada: Te buscamos na sua chegada a cidade e damos uma carona até aqui.

Aulas de idiomas: Participe gratuitamente das aulas de idioma no nosso espaço.

Terapias holísticas: Participe gratuitamente de atividades terapêuticas no nosso espaço.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Certificado: Ganhe um certificado de conclusão quando for embora.

Internet de Alta Velocidade: Internet de alta velocidade para você trabalhar remotamente

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Requisitos

Entre 18 e 80 anos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários

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O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

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Detalhes

"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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Atividades & Turnos

🌅 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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Regras

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