Inspire Young Players as a Volunteer Football Coach in Tanzania
Lead Training Sessions & Grow Talent with Arydo Football Program
Lace up your boots and guide tomorrow’s stars with Arydo Football in Arusha. As a volunteer football coach in Tanzania, you’ll run drills, plan tactics, and mentor boys and girls who live for the beautiful game. Beyond skills, you’ll teach discipline and teamwork, essentials of any great sports coaching volunteer experience in Africa. The club’s inclusive Tanzanian youth football program provides equipment, pitches, and local support so you can focus on what matters: developing talent and confidence. Bring your passion, whistle, and encouraging voice, Arydo’s players are ready to play their best season yet with you on the touchline.
What You’ll Do with Arydo Football in Tanzania
The Arydo Football Program in Tanzania offers football training sessions in the mornings, evenings, and weekends, where volunteers assist with warm-ups, drills, scrimmages, and building team spirit. Volunteers can also support sports leadership and management activities during weekday sessions, helping to shape young athletes both on and off the field. The program creates a positive, inclusive environment where children and teenagers develop discipline, teamwork, and self-confidence, with additional opportunities to coach children with special needs when schedules allow.
Beyond the football field, volunteers can contribute to the NGO’s digital growth by supporting social media, website development, and fundraising efforts. This flexible sports volunteer project is a great opportunity to combine a passion for football with community empowerment while fully experiencing the vibrant culture of Arusha, Tanzania.
Football Coaching and Training Support
Assist with coaching sessions for children and teenagers, leading drills, warm-ups, scrimmages, and teamwork activities. Help foster a positive, fun, and inclusive environment that builds players’ skills and confidence.
Supporting Special Needs Training Sessions
Depending on school schedules, you may have the chance to coach children with special needs. Support their participation in sports, help them develop coordination and confidence, and contribute to a welcoming and accessible football experience.
Digital Media and Fundraising Support
Help Arydo Football grow its online presence by contributing to website updates, social media content creation, and fundraising campaigns. Volunteers with marketing, photography, or graphic design skills can make a big difference in promoting the organization’s mission.
Volunteer Program Overview: Duration, Requirements, and Logistics
The Arydo Football Program in Tanzania offers a flexible, hands-on volunteer experience where you can support local youth through football coaching, leadership activities, and community engagement. Volunteers aged 18 and over are welcome, and no formal coaching experience is needed, just enthusiasm and a love of football. Training sessions take place across Arusha in the mornings, evenings, and weekends, with additional opportunities to help with social media, website management, and fundraising. Whether you stay for a few days or several months, your contribution will make a meaningful difference to young players and the local community.
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Flexible program duration: 1 week+
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Football training sessions:
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Mornings: 9am-12pm
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Evenings: 4pm-6pm
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And weekends: 9am-12pm
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Leadership support activities: Monday to Friday, 9am-1pm
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Opportunities to coach children with special needs
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Digital media and fundraising support available
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Training locations vary across Arusha
*Please note, lunch is not included in program fee however there will always be restaurants near to the project location.
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How Your Support Transforms Young Lives Through Football
Volunteering with Arydo Football means supporting the personal growth, confidence, and life skills of young people in Arusha through the power of sport. Football offers these children a safe space to build discipline, friendships, and a strong sense of belonging. As a volunteer, you’ll help create this positive environment, on the field through coaching and inclusion, and off the field through media and fundraising support. Your contribution will directly impact the lives of local youth and help Arydo Football grow its reach and resources.
What's Included?
- Pre-arrival support through email, WhatsApp, telephone, and video calls
- Advice and guidance about the projects
- Pick up at the airport or bus station on your arrival
- Drop off at the airport or a bus station when you leave
- An orientation tour in Arusha personalized to your individual needs, including help buying a local SIM card, guidance on how to use public transport, and lunch
- On the first day of your project, our volunteer coordinator will come with you to show you which public transport to take and make sure you settle in well at your project
- Accommodation in our hostel. Dormitories or private rooms are available
- Breakfast and dinner seven days a week in the hostel.
- Lunch can be bought from nearby local restaurants
- 24/7 support from our volunteer coordinators who speak English and German
- Additional free time activities, such as safaris and treks, can be organized by the hostel for an additional cost
Frequently Asked Questions
There are two airports near Arusha, Kilimanjaro (JRO) and Arusha (ARK). Kilimanjaro is an international airport, and Arusha is a domestic airport. You can often find cheaper flights to JRO, so that should be your first choice. We will pick you up at any time, day or night, so please choose the flight that suits you best.
To volunteer in Tanzania you will need an Ordinary visa for the purposes of humanitarian and charity activities. Most countries can easily obtain the visa on arrival at the airport. It costs $US50 ($US100 for American citizens), is valid for three months and can be renewed once. If you plan to stay longer than six months you need to apply for a Resident Permit. Consult your Foreign Affairs Office if you're unsure.
Our house has a secure two-meter-high wall, a daytime watchman, a night guard and our guard dogs. Arusha is generally safe but it is best to take a taxi in the evenings rather than walking. When you arrive we will give you all the tips you need to know on how to stay safe.
We welcome anybody who is open to new cultures, and who wants to contribute to meaningful projects in Tanzania. Work experience in the chosen field is welcome but is usually not a requirement. If a project has specific requirements they will be listed on the project page. A basic knowledge of English, and the willingness to learn some Swahili words are necessary.
