Netball Coaching Development Project in Mauritius

From beaches to national parks, here are the absolute best things to do in Mauritius:

The Capital Port Louis
Head To Caudan Waterfront Shopping Mall
Check Out China Town
Visit Aapravasi Ghat – Unesco World Heritage Site
See the sights, smells and sounds of Port Luis Bazaar!

South & West Region
Explore Black River Gorges National Park – Endemic Birds
Dolphin Experience
Le Morne Cultural Climb – Unesco World Heritage Site
Enjoy White Sandy Beaches on Le Morne or Flic en Flac

South & East Region
Scuba Dive or Snorkel in Blue Bay Marine Park
Experience Local Culture & History In Mahebourg
Climb Lion Mountain & Kestrel Valley
Ile Aux Cerf Island

Central Region
Holy Temple of Grand Bassin
Kanaka Volcano
Bois Cheri Tea Plantation
Guava Fruit Picking (seasonal)

North Region
Visit Triolet Temple Shivala in Triolet Village
Head to Grand Bay for shops and pristine beaches of
Pamplemousse Botanical Gardens
Visit the Sugercane Factory Museum

Netball Development Project in Mauritius
Mauritius offers a beautiful backdrop for the growth of netball, and this project aims to introduce and nurture the sport across the entire island. As part of this initiative, you will play a crucial role in nurturing the sport, fostering local talent, and creating a sense of unity through netball.

Your Netball Coaching Placement
Your role will focus on building and growing this newly established sport across the entire island. As a dedicated netball coach and mentor, your contribution is vital in making netball accessible and instilling a love for the game among local players from various regions. Collaborating closely with local leaders, youth development officers, and the netball program, you will be instrumental in introducing and developing netball within communities throughout Mauritius.

Your Netball Coaching and Development Role
You will spend an average of 4 – 5 hours per day coaching participants of various ages and backgrounds in the sport of netball. These participants may have varying levels of experience, from beginners to those with some knowledge of the game. Your role will involve teaching netball fundamentals, refining skills, and promoting teamwork, discipline, and respect. You will have the autonomy to lead training sessions independently, with support from local coordinators and experienced netball coaches.

Promoting Netball Culture
Beyond coaching, your role will encompass promoting a netball culture and community engagement throughout Mauritius. Encouraging participation in netball matches and tournaments will not only enhance physical health but also create a sense of belonging and camaraderie among participants from different regions.

Community Netball Initiatives
You may also organize community netball initiatives such as netball tournaments, clinics, and sportsmanship workshops in various parts of the island. These initiatives aim to engage the entire community, foster sportsmanship, and provide opportunities for skill development and social interaction.

Collaboration with Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sport & Recreation
This project is carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sport & Recreation, ensuring that your efforts align with their mission to develop netball across Mauritius. Your work contributes to the establishment and growth of netball as a recognized sport throughout the entire island.

Criminal Records Check
We require you to complete a criminal records check in order to take part in this experience. We can accept those that have been done in the last two years if you have the certificate. In the UK it can be done through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), in the USA further details can be found on Travel.State.Gov, otherwise please search for your local service provider. We may also request a reference from a reliable source. You must supply these to us before departure and also take a copy with you to present to the in-country team.

Why do we require a criminal background check?
1) Ensuring a safe environment is conducive to learning, productivity and overall positive experiences for everyone involved.

2) We implement thorough screening processes and we are committed to safety and integrity, fostering trust among participants and the local community.

3) Conducting background checks serves as a preventive measure, deterring individuals with questionable backgrounds from attempting to participate in our programme.

4) Safeguards vulnerable people from potential harm within the programme.

Whether you’re on a gap year, making the most of your summer holiday, or planning a career break, this netball project in paradise allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of aspiring netball players throughout Mauritius while experiencing the charm of the entire island.

You can arrive from the first weekend in March (preferably on the Sun) until the last Sat in November. Arrivals/departures outside this window, may incur an additional charge.

Minimum duration is 4 weeks but the longer you can give to the experience the more value you will get from it.

We prefer you to come on an even duration of weeks such as 4, 6, 8 and so forth.

Visa
Most Nationalities will not require a visa to enter Mauritius for up to 90 days. If you are from a country that requires a visa for entry then we suggest you research your own requirements. When you book, we’ll provide you with all details should you need to apply for a visa.

Equipment Donation for Mauritius
We are dedicated to sustainable development. This is why part of the fee you pay goes towards buying decent equipment for beneficiary organisations in Mauritius. You will often use this equipment during your project and it is always left with the community when you leave. In some cases, an equipment donation may not be appropriate so a financial contribution is made instead.

Social Life in Mauritius
Mauritius is known as paradise island and is spoilt for choice on pristine beaches. On public holidays the locals certainly know how to enjoy themselves at the beach and are so warm and welcoming, they will often ask you to join them! The national music and dance is Sega and you can often here the African skin drums being played by the locals. In the north and west of the island there are several resort towns with plenty of restaurants and bars as well as surf and up market clothing stores. Every weekend you will be free to explore and experience the fun way of life in Mauritius!

Travel and Adventure in Mauritius
Mauritius, an Indian Ocean island nation, as mentioned is known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs. However the mountainous interior has a lot to offer including Black River Gorges National Park, with rainforests, waterfalls, hiking trails and rare endangered wildlife like the Fruit Bat, Pink Pigeon and Mauritian Kestrel. The Capital Port Louis has sites such as the Champs de Mars horse track, Eureka plantation house and 18th-century Botanical Gardens.

The national sport of Mauritius is football and its most popular sport to date. The national football team is called Club M and represents the country in international matches. Mauritius also has solid teams in volleyball and basketball, all competing to a high standard. If water-sports are you thing then Mauritius will spoil you with an array of aquatic activities from scuba-diving, to kite-surfing to sailing on the crystal seas all over the island.

The highlights of this trip is the climb of Le Morne to see the underwater waterfall and this UNESCO World Heritage Site with significant cultural importance for Mauritian people.

Accommodation
For the duration of your stay in Mauritius, you will be staying in a basic but comfortable house, with dorm style accommodation with all the facilities you need.

Kitchen and Dining
Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be prepared in groups or individually as there is a supermarket close by and good storage at the accommodation.

Airport Pick-Up
You will be met at the airport by a member of the team and taken back to your accommodation.

Training
Full project induction and orientation will be provided during your intro week.

Support
Pre-departure help and advice; local in country team; 24 hour emergency support.

Transport
Transport to and from your sports project and intro week locations will be provided by our in-country team but you will be required to contribute to local costs of fuel. Transport will include public and private: taxi, bus, boat, bicycle. Participants will be expected to walk to and from locations when travelling short distances.

Flights
Travel Insurance
Visa
Vaccinations
CRB/DBS Check
Airport Drop-Off (but we will help you get local transport)
Spending Money
Food

Preferred Duration

4 to 6 weeks will give you a good amount of time to settle in and develop the relationships that are important for the programme and you. Anything longer has even more value if you can commit to it.

Pre-requisites

You need some basic knowledge in the sport you want to be involved with as you will need to run training drills alongside this. You are expected to be friendly, adaptable and creative when working with the kids during their coaching sessions.

Ideal for

Netball Coaching in Mauritius; Gap Year Sports in Mauritius; Career Break Sports Opportunities; Student Sports Internships

Suitable for ages 18 to 80