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Coach & play cricket with one of the top cricket teams in Western Australia. You can be part of the biggest sport in Australia! Also have the opportunity to coach local students who are dying to learn!

You'll coach the junior teams at the club, then train with and possibly play for one of the teams at the club. If you're an excellent player or you just play for fun, this club has got everything! They are the current World Champions and the best team in the world.


PROJECT OVERVIEW

On this project you'll be able to work at one of the top cricket clubs in Western Australia, coaching the juniors in the afternoons and evenings, as well as training and possibly playing for one of the many male or female teams at the club.If you're an excellent player, you may be able to play at the highest levels in WA. If you're just a social player, you'll still be allocated to a team.

The club we work with has a very lively social scene and you will be welcomed with open arms.As the main cricket project won't occupy all your time, during the daytime you'll work on the Refugee Sports Project. Here you can coach cricket or a number of other sports for around 4-5 hours every day, leaving your evenings free to coach and train with the cricket team.

The Cricket Project: You'll work at a cricket club located on the beautiful Swan River, overlooking the skyline of Perth. The club has had players such as Dennis Lillie, Marcus Trescothick and Ben Hollioke. The club is also very conveniently located close to your accommodation. There are excellent facilities and you'll coach the boys and girls junior teams.

You'll also have the opportunity to coach, train, and possibly play for the senior men's and women's teams, if you get selected.The junior teams at the clubs fall under the following age groups:
• Under 9s
• Under 10s
• Under 12s – Under 17s

If you also like to play cricket on this project, you can do this with a number of senior teams. There is a good mixture of standards at the clubs so there is something for everyone.

As well as training and playing for one of these teams, you may also be able to coach them if you're considered good enough. There are a number of senior teams that you can train with and play for:
• 4 senior men’s teams
• 2 senior women’s teams
• 8 social men’s teams


WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT

► An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure!
► The rewards from helping others and Making a Difference!
► New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
► An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market
► And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!


WHAT TO DO NEXT

►Talk to us - We're there to help you. Call +44 (0) 1903 502595
►Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!
►If you’d like more information about this or any of our projects, please email or call us!
►If you’d like to apply for this project, please go to our website and complete the application form. As soon as we receive it, we’ll liaise with you and then start making your travel adventure happen.
►It’s as easy as that.



ACCOMMODATION

Your accommodation is located in the CBD (Central Business District) of Perth, Western Australia. Therefore you are very central, close to the main train station and shopping district. You'll live with other Travellers volunteers in a very friendly and relaxing Lodge which is ideal for long-term stays. You may have your own room or you may share a room with other volunteers. There is an excellent kitchen and storage area for cooking meals and plenty of space to relax.

Entertainment at your accommodation currently includes a pool table, cheap internet access, arcade machines and cable TV (Foxtel), to name a few. But with all the sunshine Perth has, you’ll be out and about enjoying the many outdoor activities! You are literally a stroll from the Swan River and free CBD transport. Trains and buses are also only a few minutes away to take you to Fremantle, King’s Park or to the many other ‘things to do’!

Travellers' placements are very flexible and you can combine this project with any other Travellers project, either in the same country or in different countries.

Duration

Available all year round. Our placements are very flexible, you can choose your own start and finish dates.

Start Dates

Flexible start and finish dates you choose. Our placements are flexible and can be tailored to match your preferences. For availability please contact the office.

Costs / Benefits

Costs vary depending on length of placement, but starts at £995 for two weeks. You can participate for up to one year, subject to visa requirements.

Included is full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff 24/7 in all our destinations worldwide and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All meals are provided, unless otherwise stated. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat).

You’ll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you’ll see them frequently.

Pre-departure you’ll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Requirements

No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm! Everyone is welcome on a Travellers programme, whether gap year, undergraduate, on a career break - or even retired! From 17 years old upwards, and all nationalities. This placement would suit anyone who wants to make a real difference, wants first-hand experience of a different culture and has initiative.