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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
Want to discover a new country and develop your passion for sport? We make it happen.
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ONE OF THE BEST THINGS YOU’LL EVER DO
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In 2002 I spent six months playing cricket in South Africa. Those 26 weeks remain the most amazing experience of my life so far! I got to play my favourite sport in a fantastic country where I enjoyed great weather, beautiful beaches and an extremely warm welcome. When I wasn’t playing and training, I travelled all over the country and at the end of the season I did an overland tour. During my six-month adventure, I not only improved my cricket beyond belief but I also trekked, lounged on stunning palm-fringed beaches and saw a side of the world that changed my life forever. When I returned from South Africa, I was inspired by my recent adventure, so I set up Sport Lived to help other people have the same kind of amazing, life changing experience. I honestly believe that travelling overseas to play and coach sport is one the best things you’ll ever do.
We offer sporting programmes in three fabulous countries – Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. In each country, we’ve handpicked the best sports clubs, schools and accommodation providers. I know they’re the best, because in most cases I’ve been out there and chosen them myself! We’ve got permanent staff in each of our cities so you can be rest assured that your trip will be well organised and that if you have a problem someone will be there to help any time of the day or night. I hope reading our brochure will inspire you to get out there, see the world through sport and have some fun! Ian Dodd Founder of Sport Lived
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CONTENTS The benefits Range of programmes Our accommodation How to book Travel essentials Sport Lived stories Travel insurance
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At Sport Lived we do all we can to make sure you have an amazing trip and that everything is taken care of. We arrange quality accommodation. We make sure that your club or coaching placement is well run and welcoming. And we ensure that there’s always someone around to give you help and advice when you need it.
With Sport Lived you always get:
• Shared accommodation (either a city centre hostel or 4 star apartment) • Airport pickup and transfers • An overseas mentor available 24/7 • Lots of social events whilst you’re away • Assistance with organising your flights, visas and travel insurance • A Sport Lived handbook providing essential information • A rather lovely Sport Lived hoodie
A home away from home
When you travel with us you’ll share your accommodation with other Sport Lived participants, so you’ll have a ready-made group of friends as soon as you arrive! You can choose to stay in Standard Accommodation (hostels/ lodges) or in Premium Accommodation (4 star apartments). Whichever one you choose, you’ll get a comfortable, relaxing and secure place to lay your head.
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The Sport Lived network
Playing for a club was great. Not only was it a good standard, it was also very sociable so we met lots of awesome people. Helena Mortimer Hockey Academy, Australia
We have an unrivalled presence in the southern hemisphere. We work in cities across Australia, New Zealand and South Africa and have links with the widest range of sports clubs, academies and coaching opportunities. Whether you want to coach gifted youngsters, train with a top class club or just have fun playing with a local team, the Sport Lived network offers something for everyone.
A playing programme tailored to suit your needs A helping hand and a We’ll request information on your playing career friendly face to date and the type of programme you’re looking to undertake overseas. We’ll then handpick the best sports club for you to join in Australia, New Zealand or South Africa! We only work with sports clubs who offer great facilities, awesome social scenes and provide a warm welcome to overseas players.
Paid coaching work
Reliable, friendly and gorgeous (well, we think so), your mentor will be in touch before you leave home to say hello and answer any questions you may have. They’ll be waiting at the airport to welcome you and are a constant presence throughout your programme, organising regular social events and helping with any issues during your stay.
We’re the only company in the UK who can guarantee you a paid coaching placement in Australia. You’ll work with youngsters from top schools and clubs and earn around £10 to £12 an hour.
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BENEFITS
THE BENEFITS A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE
PLAYING PROGRAMMES SPORT FOR ALL Your options
Sport Lived offers you the opportunity to play sport with a welcoming overseas club. Playing for a local club helps you to integrate into overseas life and bond with your new teammates and coaches. It’s a truly unique way to experience sport and life in some of the southern hemisphere’s best cities.
Play the Season From 25 to 27 weeks
By signing up for the full season you will get the most complete experience possible of playing and training overseas. You’ll train, play and party all season long – from your first match all the way through to the Grand Final!
How it works
You will attend training sessions with your club during the week and take part in competitive fixtures at the weekends, so you’ll get a chance to put all that training and expert coaching into practice. It’ll be an amazing experience, and you may be lucky enough to head out on tour with your club or play in a Grand Final!
Experience a new sporting culture
Playing sport overseas is extremely beneficial. You’ll be exposed to new training methods. You’ll try out different technical and tactical approaches. You’ll experience sport in a new cultural environment. And the weather’s usually a little better than back here in the UK!
Play a Mini Season From 4 to 17 weeks
We only work with the best We only select the most organised and welcoming overseas clubs. All the clubs we work with offer:
• a warm welcome to overseas players • quality infrastructure including a clubhouse, training facilities and regular matches • access by public transport from your accommodation • regular and well organised training sessions, which will improve your game and provide a structure to your time away • an excellent social scene to ensure lots of fun ‘off the pitch’
You don’t need to be an Olympian!
Our programmes are for sports lovers of ALL abilities. We have links with a vast network of clubs at all sporting levels. We’ll speak to you to find out about your sporting career to date and what you want to get out of your experience, and then arrange your membership at an overseas club that matches your ability and aspirations.
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For a shorter experience, our Mini Season programmes are a great option. Let us know the sport you’d like to play overseas, how long you’ve got and where you want to go and we’ll do the rest and guarantee you a trip to remember.
Sport Lived Academies From 4 to 15 weeks
Our academies give you access to elite coaching and world class training facilities. You’ll play and train with a local club, so you’ll be able to put all that training and expert coaching into practice. The academies are the most intense programmes offered because you’ll be playing and training virtually every day of the week.
PROGRAMMES
COACHING PROGRAMMES SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE So, you’re passionate about sport and want to share your knowledge and experience with youngsters whilst travelling overseas? Get involved with a Sport Lived coaching programme and you’ll do just that. You’ll also develop as a coach, enhance your CV and help the next generation learn new skills.
Paid coaching in Australia From 10 to 27 weeks
You’ll be paid up to £10-£12 an hour to coach youngsters in some of Brisbane and Melbourne’s top schools. On average you can expect 5 to 10 hours of paid work a week. (The exact hours and pay will be confirmed after you book). It is also possible to supplement this with additional umpiring and refereeing work. While coaching a whole class of mini Aussies can be a little challenging, working with youngsters over the course of a school term is highly rewarding. The leadership and communication skills you will develop will also look great on your CV.
Coaching in Australia at a glance:
• Earn money coaching sport to youngsters • A wide range of sports available • City centre accommodation • 10-27 week programmes with departures throughout the year • 24/7 mentor support
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Volunteer coaching in South Africa 6 weeks Our South African volunteer placements give you the chance to coach in Cape Town, one of the Southern Hemisphere’s top travel destinations. It is a fantastic opportunity to pass on your experience, knowledge and passion to the next generation. You’ll work with young players at local schools and sports clubs for approximately 5-10 hours a week. You’ll lead regular training sessions, organise competitive matches and inspire youngsters by building their confidence and improving their sports and life skills. It’s a truly rewarding experience.
Coaching in South Africa at a glance:
• Around 5-10 hours coaching a week • Professional coach development course • Centrally located accommodation • 6 week programmes with departures throughout the year • 24/7 mentor support
Coaching programmes in South Africa Cricket Hockey Rugby Union
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Accommodation
As with all Sport Lived programmes, you’ll live in centrally located accommodation with other Sport Lived coaches and players. Your coaching placement will be accessible by public transport and a local mentor will be on hand throughout your programme. We can also organise for you to join a local sports club if you would like to play as well as coach during your time overseas (additional fees apply).
Getting the right qualifications
We require that those interested in any of our overseas coaching programmes obtain a coaching qualification prior to departure – take a look at the Sport Lived website or call us for more information. It’s also a good idea to obtain umpiring or refereeing qualifications and to gain as much coaching experience as possible before you leave home so that you can take full advantage of the overseas employment opportunities.
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YOUR ACCOMMODATION MODERN CITY LIVING Two accommodation options We have two very straightforward accommodation categories to choose from: Standard and Premium. Whichever option you choose, you’ll live with other Sport Lived participants in a property either located in the city centre or in a suburb nearby.
Living centrally means you’ll be close to nightlife, places where you can obtain part time work and public transport, making it easy for you to travel to your sports club or coaching placement.
I couldn’t ask anything more from Sport Lived, our premium apartments are in the heart of the city, they are clean, modern and spacious. Craig McKee Hockey player, Australia
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PREMIUM ACCOMMODATION Prices from just £4,295 Our Premium Accommodation gives you the chance to live in a 4 star apartment right in the centre of town. All of our Premium apartments have a 24-hour reception and are furnished with a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and TV. They are also serviced weekly so you’ll be free to concentrate on playing, coaching and having some fun!
Premium at a glance:
• 4 star apartment • Serviced weekly • Bed linen, towels and duvets provided • Internet access • Lounge in most apartments • Fully equipped kitchen (pans, cutlery, washing machine etc)
ACCOMMODATION
STANDARD ACCOMMODATION Prices from just £1,995 In our Standard Accommodation, you’ll share a dorm room with other Sport Lived players and coaches in one of the city’s top hostels. All of our hostels have web access, comfortable communal areas and an equipped kitchen which you’ll share with other residents. By living in a hostel you’ll also get to meet backpackers and travellers from around the world.
Standard at a glance:
• Accommodation in the city’s best hostels and lodges • Four to six person shared dormitory rooms • Communal lounge and kitchen
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HOW TO BOOK NICE AND EASY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Visit www.sportlived.co.uk, choose your trip and pay your £295 deposit.
We will acknowledge receipt of your booking form and payment.
We will send you log in details for your Sport Lived online account where you will need to complete your Sports CV and provide us with information on your sporting career to date. Once your placement has been finalised you will receive information on your overseas sports club or coaching placement. Full payment is required 12 weeks before departure - don’t worry, we’ll be in touch to remind you. About four weeks before you depart, you’ll receive an introductory email from your Sport Lived mentor who you can ask any last minute questions. You’ll also receive a rather attractive hoodie.
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HOW TO BOOK / TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
TRAVEL ESSENTIALS Travel insurance
We’ve teamed up with Endsleigh to provide a bespoke travel insurance policy which has been specifically designed to cover you to play and coach all of the sports we offer and participate in our social events and activities. You can purchase your travel insurance policy via your Sport Lived online account or by calling one of our advisors on 0115 822 9999. For detailed information on our insurance policy see page 73.
Flights and visa
We’ll provide you with contact details of the best travel companies who can organise your flights and visa.
Online Account
Once you’ve booked your programme you’ll receive access to your Sport Lived account which has: • Visa factsheet • International clearance information • Advice on booking your flights • Destination handbooks
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SHARE THE PASSION Live and play with like-minded people revelling in the Sport Lived experience.
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AUSTRALIA
THE DAZZLING DOWN UNDER Think of Australia and four things usually come to mind: sun, sea, sand and sport. If they’re what you’re after, then you won’t be disappointed.With its sub-tropical climate, spectacular scenery and a culture of sporting excellence, Australia is a prime choice for people who want to play or coach sport overseas. Even if you’ve never been, Australia is one of those countries that already feels familiar, thanks to iconic images of kangaroos, the Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock / Uluru and Sydney harbour. It’s easy to see why the country is such a popular destination for Brits: the language and Westernised culture are similar, yet the vast red-desert landscapes and glorious beaches couldn’t feel any more different from back home. Many would also say the mentality towards sport is also very different! It probably comes as no surprise then that Australia is where we have our widest range of programmes, offering two very different locations in Melbourne and Brisbane. Whichever you choose though, the opportunity of a lifetime awaits. More about Melbourne on page 21 and Brisbane on page 23
Location
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AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE
MELBOURNE SPORTING CAPITAL Widely regarded as Australia’s sporting capital, Melbourne is home to the Australian Open Tennis Championship, the F1 Grand Prix, the world famous Melbourne Cup Horse Race and the Boxing Day Test Match. It’s also a cosmopolitan and cultured city with trendy cafes perfect for long lazy breakfasts, lush parks for afternoons in the sun and enough fantastic bars and clubs to keep you entertained every night of the week.
Top things to do in Melbourne Travel the Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road is a must for all visitors to Australia. Hire a car. Jump on the bus. Or if you’re feeling really energetic, get your boots on for a proper trek. However you go, if you’re spending time in Melbourne, get yourself out onto the Great Ocean Road and experience one of the most stunning coastal journeys on the planet.
Watch ‘the race that stops a nation’
If you’re in Melbourne at the beginning of November, head along to the Flemington Racecourse for Australia’s richest horse race – The Melbourne Cup. It’s a great excuse to get suited and booted and rub shoulders with the great and good of Melbourne society.
Catch the ANZAC Day game at the MCG
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ANZAC Day is an important commemorative occasion in Australia and there’s no better way to mark the day than by watching the Aussie Rules game between Collingwood and Essendon at the world famous MCG stadium. Think sunshine, crunching tackles and 100,000 screaming fans!
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AUSTRALIA BRISBANE
BRISBANE LAID-BACK LIVING Beautiful one day, perfect the next… Brisbane is an ideal destination whatever the season. Queensland’s state capital has a laid-back lifestyle and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The city is just an hour’s drive from the stunning beaches of the Gold Coast while further north lie stopping off points for the Barrier Reef and Whit Sunday Islands.
Top things to do in Brisbane Catch a wave on the Gold Coast
If you go to Australia, you’ve got to have a go at surfing and there are few places better to catch a wave than the world famous breaks of the Gold Coast. It’s only a short trip from Brisbane, and there are loads of places to hire the kit and get some expert tuition. Grab your board mate, surf’s up!
Watch a match at Suncorp Stadium
Suncorp Stadium is widely regarded as one of the best sporting arenas in Australia due to its unique design. And there’s quite a choice of games to watch – take your pick from international rugby matches, the annual State of Origin rugby league matches between Queensland and New South Wales, all the Queensland Reds and Brisbane Broncos home games and during the summer the Queensland Roar play their football matches there too.
Take a trip to Eagle Street Pier
Head down to Eagle Street Pier for a relaxing evening in Brisbane and stunning views of the iconic Story Bridge. It’s a great place to chill out and enjoy the long sunny Brisbane evenings, eat al fresco at one of the many bars and restaurants and watch the sun set slowly over the Brisbane River.
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CRICKET IN AUSTRALIA If there’s one thing Aussies love more than a sandy beach, a barbeque and a cold tinny, it’s a game of cricket. So there’s no better place to head if you love the sound of leather on willow.
Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
Cricket Academy
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 27 weeks 26 weeks from £6,995 Premium Accommodation 27 weeks 26 weeks from £9,195 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 13 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 or 13 weeks 12 weeks from £5,295 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 5 or 11 weeks 5 weeks from £4,595
Imagine playing the sport you love for a whole season in the glorious sunshine of an Aussie summer. Long lazy breakfasts in the sun, a trip down to the beach to catch a wave or two, then head off to training with the sun on your back and a smile on your face. Sign up for this trip and that could be your daily routine! And because you’ll be living in Melbourne, you’ll get the chance to catch amazing events like the Boxing Day Test Match, the Melbourne Cup and The Aussie Open.
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This programme gives you the chance to play about half a season for a welcoming cricket club in Melbourne. You’ll take part in regular training sessions at the club, play in competitive matches and get involved with all the club’s social events and parties. It’s a great way to improve your game and experience life overseas.
Our Cricket Academy programme in Melbourne gives you the chance to really work on your game. During the week you will attend cricket and fitness training sessions taken by expert cricket coaches using world-class facilities. You will also train with a local club two nights a week and put all that coaching into practice with a competitive match every Saturday. It’s a great choice if you want to improve your cricket skills and receive intensive, top quality coaching.
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I had a great time in Melbourne. My club was great and Melbourne is a brilliant city to live during the Aussie Summer. Charlie Cooke Cricket, Australia
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Coach Cricket MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 10, 12 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £3,945 Premium Accommodation 10, 12 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £4,695 + £300 Damage Bond If cricket is in your blood and you want to share your passion and knowledge of the game, our coaching programmes are a great choice. You’ll be paid around £12 an hour to coach kids in local school teams for around 5 - 10 hours a week. Our programmes in Melbourne offer a superb opportunity for you to develop your coaching skills, help youngsters improve their cricket and earn a few Aussie dollars.
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Cricket Academy – Typical weekly schedule Day
Activity AM
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Pool/recovery session
One-to-one batting coaching
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Nets/fielding; strength and conditioning
Training with a cricket club
Wednesday Bowling/wicket keeper coaching Thursday
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Nets/bowling machine session; strength and conditioning
Training with a cricket club Top up/match preparation
Club match.......... Club match/rest and recovery
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HOCKEY IN AUSTRALIA Hockey is a huge sport in Australia and it’s easy to see why. Most clubs play regularly on water-based pitches, the quality of coaching at club level is second to none and the weather is so much better for a game than back here in the UK!
Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
Hockey Academy
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £6,795 Premium Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £8,695 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 weeks 12 weeks from £5,395 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £4,695
Sign up to play the full hockey season in Australia and you’ll live like a true Aussie for 25 glorious weeks. You’ll get membership at a handpicked hockey club and take part in regular training and competitive matches. You’ll also get invited to all the club’s social events and maybe even head out on tour! And as with all Sport Lived trips, you’ll share your city centre accommodation with other participants and have the 24/7 support of local Sport Lived staff.
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Get a taste of the Aussie sporting lifestyle when you play a Mini Season for one of our handpicked hockey clubs. You’ll get involved in all the club’s training sessions and play regular competitive matches. By playing and training in a well-run club environment your game is bound to improve and the length of the Mini Season means you should have some time before and after the programme to travel around Australia.
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Our Hockey Academy programmes are designed to help you work intensively on your game. On weekdays you’ll attend the hockey academy where you’ll work with top quality coaches and use world-class hockey facilities. In the evenings you’ll train with a local club and at the weekends you’ll play in competitive matches. Being a member of a local club gives you the chance to put all that expert coaching into practice and enjoy a few nights out at the club’s social events.
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Hockey Academy – Typical weekly schedule Day
Activity AM
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Pool/recovery session
Hockey skills session
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Small group technical session
Sport science session; training with a hockey club
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Professional development
Sprint session
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Small group technical session
Training with a hockey club training
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Pilates
Top up/match preperation
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AUSTRALIA HOCKEY
Coach Hockey MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 18 weeks 18 weeks from £5,395 Premium Accommodation 18 weeks 17 weeks from £6,795 + £300 Damage Bond On our hockey coaching programme you’ll improve your coaching skills and earn up to £12 an hour. You’ll be coaching young Australian hockey players at local schools and clubs, helping them to improve their skills and fitness. The 18 weeks of coaching leaves you with plenty of time to travel around the country before and after your programme. You’ll live in the city centre with other participants and get 24/7 support from the Sport Lived team in Melbourne.
Playing in Melbourne was the experience of a lifetime! Great place, great people, great hockey and great memories! The hockey there has made me a better player. Chris Boyland Hockey, Australia
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RUGBY UNION IN AUSTRALIA Australia has long been one of the world’s top rugby nations and Aussie fans are among the most vociferous and passionate on the planet. Take one of our rugby union programmes in Australia and you will benefit from world-class coaching, sun-drenched pitches and the very best of the Aussie sporting lifestyle. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
Rugby Academy
BRISBANE, MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £6,595 Premium Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £8,695 + £300 Damage Bond
BRISBANE, MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 weeks 12 weeks from £5,395 + £300 Damage Bond
BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 4 - 15 weeks 4 weeks from £2,995 Each extra week from £375 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £4,595 + £300 Damage Bond
Play the full season with one of our handpicked clubs in Australia and you’ll eat, sleep and drink rugby for 25 weeks. You’ll train and play matches alongside the club’s local players, attend regular social events and you could even head off on tour with the club (an experience not to be missed!). Over the course of six months, you’ll improve your game and return a better player. As with all our programmes, you’ll share an apartment or hostel in the centre of town with other Sport Lived participants.
The Mini Season gives you the chance to play up to 17 weeks of a season for an Aussie club. You’ll attend regular training sessions taken by top coaches, play in competitive matches and get involved with your club’s social events and parties. It’s a great way to improve your game and gain experience of life overseas. You’ll also be sharing city centre accommodation with other Sport Lived participants, so you’ll have a ready-made group of friends as soon as you arrive.
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Our Rugby Academy in Brisbane will put you through your paces and improve your game. On weekdays you’ll have skills, strength and conditioning and rugby education sessions at the academy, where you’ll work with quality coaches and use world-class facilities. In the evenings you’ll train with a local club and at the weekends you’ll play in competitive league and cup matches. Playing and training with a club in Brisbane gives you the chance to put all that expert coaching into practice and enjoy the club’s social events.
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AUSTRALIA RUGBY UNION
Coach Rugby BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 11 weeks 11 weeks from £4,095 Premium Accommodation 11 weeks 11 weeks from £5,195 + £300 Damage Bond
The Rugby Academy was nothing short of an amazing experience. The coaching, guidance and training all made for something really special.
Our Australian rugby coaching programmes take place over 11 weeks in Brisbane.You’ll coach young Aussie rugby players from school teams across the city and earn £10 - £12 an hour for 5 - 10 hours a week of coaching. You’ll gain an insight into Aussie life and see the results of all your hard work as the kids improve their skills and win some matches! When you’re not coaching you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy Brisbane and hang out with other Sport Lived players and coaches back at your city centre accommodation.
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Rugby Academy – Typical weekly schedule Day
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Strength development
Rugby education session: Life skills, laws of the game, nutrition
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Individual player review
Speed and agility; core skills development; training with rugby club Strength development
Wednesday Thursday
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Speed and agility; core skills development; decision making; training with rugby club Recovery session Club match
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FOOTBALL IN AUSTRALIA Football enjoys a passionate following in Australia and its popularity is growing all the time. The game’s professional A League boasts a number of former Premier League stars and with Australia’s success in the last two world cups, football is really on the rise down under. These programmes give you the opportunity to play or coach at a fantastic club and experience football Aussie-style. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
Coach Football
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £6,795 Premium Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £8,695 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 weeks 12 weeks from £5,395 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE, BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 11 or 18 weeks 11 weeks from £4,095 Premium Accommodation 11 or 18 weeks 11 weeks from £5,195 + £300 Damage Bond
Sign up for the full season football programme and you’ll get to play, train and socialise with players and coaches from one of Melbourne’s top clubs. You’ll improve your game and fitness through regular training sessions and matches, and because you’ll be living with fellow Sport Lived players and coaches you’ll have a ready-made group of friends as soon as you arrive.
Departures 2017
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17 SEP
Melbourne
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The Mini Season programme allows you to train and play for anything from 4 to 17 weeks. You’ll become a member of a welcoming club, attend all their training sessions and play regular competitive matches. And as with all Sport Lived trips, you’ll live in the city centre and share your accommodation with other Sport Lived participants.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 MAR 26 JUN
Various Various
Melbourne Melbourne
If you want to spread the football gospel in Australia, our coaching programmes in Melbourne and Brisbane are a great choice. You’ll earn £10 - £12 an hour coaching youngsters at local schools for around 5-10 hours a week. During that time you’ll get to see your players’ progress and improve your coaching skills. A really rewarding way to spend a year out and a great addition to your CV!
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 10 APR 10 APR
25 JUN 13 AUG
Brisbane Brisbane
Tom Griffin Football, Australia
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AUSTRALIA FOOTBALL
It was the opportunity of a life time as it incorporated two great passions of mine, playing sport and travelling.
NETBALL IN AUSTRALIA Sun-drenched courts, top training facilities and a must-win attitude are just three of the attributes that make Australian netball so popular and so successful.You’ll experience all of these and more when you sign up for one of our netball programmes in Australia.
Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
Coach Netball
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 27 weeks 27 weeks from £7,095 Premium Accommodation 27 weeks 27 weeks from £9,295 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 weeks 12 weeks from £5,395 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 18 weeks 18 weeks from £5,395 Premium Accommodation 18 weeks 18 weeks from £6,795 + £300 Damage Bond
Play a full netball season in Australia and you’ll train with expert coaches from some of Australia’s top clubs. You’ll play competitive matches alongside regular club members and over the course of almost six months you’ll improve your game and your fitness. By living alongside other Sport Lived participants in your city centre accommodation, you’ll get a taste of the famous Aussie sporting lifestyle and have an experience that you’ll remember for the rest of your life.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 30 JAN
06 AUG
Melbourne
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The Mini Season Netball programme offers you a fantastic opportunity to play and train at a top Australian club for anywhere between 4 and 17 weeks. Just let us know how long you’d like to go for and we’ll find you a place at one of our handpicked netball clubs. By playing and training in a well-run club environment your game is bound to improve and the length of the Mini Season means you will have some time before and after the programme to travel around Australia.
Departures 2017 Start
30 JAN 07 AUG
Finish
Various Various
City
Melbourne Melbourne
Earn up to £12 an hour coaching netball in Australia. You’ll spend around 5-10 hours a week coaching youngsters from some of Melbourne’s best schools. As you help improve your players’ netball skills and fitness, you’ll gain loads of coaching experience and develop key skills that will look great on your CV. When you’re not coaching you can make the most of living in Melbourne from your shared accommodation in the centre of town.
Departures 2017 Start
Finish City 10 APR 13 AUG Melbourne
AUSTRALIA NETBALL
I was amazed by the facilities and opportunities they provide to play netball Kat Sturton Netball, Australia
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TENNIS IN AUSTRALIA Australia has a real love affair with tennis and nowhere more so than in Melbourne – home to the Australian Open. The city boasts a huge number of top-class tennis clubs and there are many paid coaching opportunities in schools, clubs and academies across the city too.
Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
Coach Tennis
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 25 or 27 weeks 25 weeks from £7,095 Premium Accommodation 25 or 27 weeks 25 weeks from £8,495 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £325 Premium Accommodation 12 or 13 weeks 12 weeks from £5,195 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 10, 12 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £3,945 Premium Accommodation 10, 12 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £4,695 + £300 Damage Bond
Play the Full Season at one of our tennis clubs in Melbourne and you’ll spend six months training with world-class coaches and competing against some of the city’s top players. You’ll have lots of time to explore the country, and by living in shared city-centre accommodation you’ll have a ready-made group of friends who you can visit the sights with.
Departures 2016/17 Start
26 SEP
2017
27 MAR
Finish
02 APR 17 SEP
The Mini Season programme gives you the chance to play up to 17 weeks for a friendly Aussie tennis club. You’ll attend regular training sessions, have the chance to play in matches and competitions and get involved with your club’s social events and parties. It’s a great way to improve your game and gain experience of life overseas.
Departures 2016 City
Melbourne Melbourne
Start Finish City 26 SEP
Various
Melbourne
02 JAN
Various
Melbourne
27 MAR 26 JUN
Various Various
2017
Melbourne Melbourne
Coach tennis in Melbourne with Sport Lived and you’ll earn up to £12 an hour coaching enthusiastic kids from some of the city’s top clubs and schools. We guarantee 5 - 10 hours of coaching work each week. During that time you’ll get to see your players’ progress and improve your coaching skills. A really rewarding way to spend a year out and a great addition to your CV!
Departures 2016
Start Finish City 26 SEP
18 DEC
Melbourne
26 SEP
02 APR
Melbourne
23 JAN
02 APR
Melbourne
2016/17 2017
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AUSTRALIA TENNIS
Playing tennis in Melbourne was a fantastic experience Laura Myers Tennis, Australia
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ROWING IN AUSTRALIA As one of the world’s top rowing nations, Australia is a great place to visit during your gap year to work on your technique and enhance your coaching skills. Our rowing clubs in Melbourne have excellent facilities, world-class coaches and a fantastic social life. The weather’s pretty good too! The Full Season
The Mini Season
Coach Rowing
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 27 weeks 27 weeks from £6,995 Premium Accommodation 27 weeks 27 weeks from £9,195 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 4 - 13 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 or 13 weeks 12 weeks from £5,295 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 10, 12 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £3,945 Premium Accommodation 10, 12 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £4,695 + £300 Damage Bond
Sign up for the 27 week full season programme and you’ll get to compete, train and socialise with a top club in Melbourne. You’ll get involved in all the club’s morning and afternoon training sessions and may have the opportunity to row in State and National regattas! And because you’ll be living in the city centre with fellow Sport Lived participants, you’ll have a ready-made group of friends as soon as you arrive.
Departures 2016/17
Start Finish City 26 SEP
02 APR
Melbourne
Get a taste of the Australian sporting lifestyle by booking a Mini Season rowing programme with Sport Lived. You’ll develop your rowing and fitness in a well-run club environment. You’ll return an improved rower and the length of the Mini Season programme means you have time before and after the programme to travel around Australia and see the sights.
Departures 2016
Start Finish City
Departures 2016
2017
26 SEP
18 DEC
Melbourne
26 SEP
02 APR
Melbourne
23 JAN
02 APR
Melbourne
29 SEP
Various
Melbourne
02 JAN
Various
Melbourne
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Our 10-27 week coaching programmes in Melbourne will see you coaching young rowers in some of Australia’s best schools helping them to master the basics and win a few races! You’ll earn around £10 to £12 an hour and get 5 to 10 hours of paid work each week. The rest of the time can be spent rowing with a club or attending all the great sporting events that take place in Melbourne during your programme.
Start Finish City
2016/17 2017
AUSTRALIA ROWING
The rowing facilities at my club were exceptional, it was the best club environment and set-up that I have seen in my 7 years of rowing. George Patrick Rowing, Australia
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SWIMMING IN AUSTRALIA Swimming is a huge sport in Australia and the Aussies enjoy some of the best training facilities and pools on the planet. So if you’re a keen swimmer there’s no better place to get some expert coaching, improve your performance in the pool and break a few PBs.
The Full Season
The Mini Season
Coach Swimming
MELBOURNE, BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 25 or 27 weeks 25 weeks from £8,595 Premium Accommodation 25 or 27 weeks 25 weeks from £10,995 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE, BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,495 Each extra week from £385 Premium Accommodation 12 or 13 weeks 12 weeks from £5,795 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE Standard Accommodation 10, 12, 23 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £4,195 Premium Accommodation 10, 12, 23 or 27 weeks 10 weeks from £4,895 + £300 Damage Bond
Sign up to swim for a Full Season in Australia and you’ll live like a true Aussie sportsperson for 6 glorious months. We’ll organise for you to join one of the best clubs in Australia, where you will receive expert coaching and have access to excellent facilities. You will have the opportunity to race for your club in local and national competitions and bring your swimming to the next level. You’ll share your city centre accommodation with other players and coaches and have the 24/7 services of a local Sport Lived mentor.
Departures 2016/17 Start
26 SEP
2017
13 FEB 27 FEB
Finish
02 APR 06 AUG 20 AUG
Our Mini Season programme allows you to go abroad for anything from 4 to 17 weeks. You’ll join a top swimming club in Melbourne or Brisbane and over the course of the programme improve both your technique and core fitness. You will live in the city centre and share your accommodation with other Sport Lived participants, so you will have a ready-made group of friends as soon as you arrive.
Departures 2016
Start Finish City City
Melbourne Brisbane Melbourne
26 SEP
Various
Melbourne
02 JAN 13 FEB 27 MAR 26 JUN 26 JUN
Various Various Various Various Various
Melbourne Brisbane Melbourne Melbourne Brisbane
2017
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Our swimming coaching programmes give you the opportunity to improve your coaching skills and earn up to £12 an hour. You’ll be coaching young swimmers at some of Melbourne’s top schools and clubs, helping to improve their technique and times. You will live in the city centre with other players and coaches and get 24/7 support from the Sport Lived team in Melbourne. Coaching for 10 to 27 weeks leaves you with time to travel around Australia before and after your programme.
Departures 2016
Start Finish City 26 SEP
18 DEC
Melbourne
29 SEP
02 APR
Melbourne
23 JAN 23 JAN
02 APR 02 JUL
Melbourne Melbourne
2016/17 2017
AUSTRALIA SWIMMING
I’d highly recommend people to swim in Australia, to see how the best in the world do it Steph Hackett Swimming, Australia
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RUGBY LEAGUE IN AUSTRALIA Rugby league is a massive sport in Australia. The professional game is one of the strongest and most competitive in the world. The facilities at club level are superb, so the level of training and competition you’ll enjoy when you travel with Sport Lived is second to none. If you love the game half as much as the Aussies do, you’ll have an amazing time. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £6,595 Premium Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £9,095 + £300 Damage Bond
BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 weeks 12 weeks from £5,495 + £300 Damage Bond
Play the Full Season at one of our rugby league clubs in Brisbane and you’ll spend 25 weeks training with world class coaches and competing against some of the city’s top players. As you’re there for almost six months you’ll have lots of time to explore the country and because you’ll be sharing your city centre accommodation with other Sport Lived participants, you’ll have a ready-made group of friends to see the sights with.
Departures 2017 Start
13 FEB
Finish
06 AUG
City
Brisbane
Playing rugby in Australia was one of the best years of my life! Andy Page Rugby League, Australia
If you don’t have time to play a whole league season, the Mini Season is a great choice. Just let us know how long you’d like to go for and we’ll find you a place at one of our handpicked rugby clubs. You’ll play and train alongside the club’s local members, and really get to work on your game and your fitness. Your city centre accommodation also means that when you’re not playing, you’ll be right in the heart of the action. And if you need any help or advice, your Sport Lived mentor will be there to lend a helping hand.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 13 FEB 26 JUN
Various Various
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Brisbane Brisbane
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ATHLETICS IN AUSTRALIA With its perfect climate, excellent facilities and world-class coaches, Australia is a fantastic place to step up your athletics training.Whatever your chosen discipline, we can arrange membership to an Aussie athletics club and find you a place to live, which leaves you free to work on your technique and hopefully break a few PBs. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
MELBOURNE, BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 25 or 27 weeks 25 weeks from £6,995 Premium Accommodation 25 or 27 weeks 25 weeks from £9,195 + £300 Damage Bond
MELBOURNE, BRISBANE Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,195 Each extra week from £295 Premium Accommodation 12 or 13 weeks 12 weeks from £5,295 + £300 Damage Bond
Sign up for the 6 month Full Season athletics programme and you’ll get to compete, train and socialise with coaches and athletes from a top club in Melbourne or Brisbane. You’ll work on your chosen event in a well run club environment where you will receive expert coaching and have access to superb facilities. And because you’ll be living in the centre of the city with fellow Sport Lived participants, you can enjoy everything that these amazing cities have to offer with a ready-made group of friends.
Departures 2016/17 Start
26 SEP
2017
13 FEB
Finish
City
06 AUG
Brisbane
02 APR
Melbourne
Departures 2016
Start Finish City 26 SEP
Various
Melbourne
02 JAN 13 FEB 26 JUN
Various Various Various
Melbourne Brisbane Brisbane
2017
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Ian Kennan Athletics, Australia
Get a taste of the Aussie sporting lifestyle when you sign up for a Mini Season programme at one of our handpicked athletics clubs. You’ll get involved in all the club’s training sessions and have the opportunity to represent the club in local and national competitions. The length of the Mini Season means you should have some time before and after the programme to travel around Australia and see the sights.
I gained life-long friends and had 8 weeks in Brisbane that I’ll remember forever
AUSTRALIA ATHLETICS Call: 0115 822 9999 – Page 43
NO FUSS NO HASSLE You tell us your sport, we find the best club that’s perfect for you.
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NEW ZEALAND
Programmes
Playing
Cricket Football Hockey Netball Rugby Union
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NEW ZEALAND
A WORLD OF ADVENTURE Home to the world-beating All Blacks, snow capped mountains, gigantic glaciers, stunning fjords and friendly cities, New Zealand is the ultimate place to combine sport, travel and adventure.
During your Sport Lived experience you’ll stay in Dunedin, the second largest city on the South Island and the perfect base from which to venture out and explore. And outdoors is where you’ll want to spend most of your time, even if it’s just to soak in some more of the thrilling scenery. As well as the traditional sports such as rugby and cricket, the country has lots to offer those seeking an extra shot of adrenaline: surfing, white-water rafting, paragliding, caving, rock-climbing, bungee jumping and some of the best ski slopes in the southern hemisphere. The land of the kiwi has it all and will no doubt offer a Sport Lived experience that will live long in your memory. More about Dunedin on page 49
Location
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DUNEDIN
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NEW ZEALAND DUNEDIN
DUNEDIN ACTIVITY CENTRAL Situated on New Zealand’s picturesque South Island, Dunedin is home to all of our programmes in the country and blends all the ingredients needed for an amazing adventure. The South Island’s second largest city has a compact centre and laid-back atmosphere. It’s packed with beautiful Victorian buildings, the oldest university in the country and you’ll find plenty of pubs, clubs and restaurants in which to unwind. Dunedin is a gateway to all the attractions this part of the world is famous for, including long sandy beaches, ski resorts and world-class vineyards. The city has a great sporting heritage too, with the Otago Highlanders being one of the most successful rugby union teams in the country. Otago’s hockey and cricket teams also excel in their respective leagues.
Top things to do in Dunedin Watch The Otago Highlanders
No trip to New Zealand would be complete without watching a rugby match. There are few better venues than the Forsyth Barr Stadium, home to the Highlanders, whose world-class squad features some of the biggest names in the game. If you’re lucky enough to be in the city for the big game between the Highlanders and the Canterbury Crusaders, you’ll be in for a real treat!
Do a jump in Queenstown
Queenstown is New Zealand’s unofficial capital of extreme sports. There are three bungee sites to choose from, but if you want our advice, take the 120-foot leap off the Kawarau Bridge. If you get your head wet in the river, tell them to shorten the cable the next time round!
Hanmer Springs
The laid back town of Hanmer Springs sits up in the mountains and is home to a vast - and very relaxing - hot springs complex. It’s a great way to relax after training and matches. If you’re there during the winter, you can do some skiing too!
Dunedin Playing Programmes Cricket Football Hockey Netball Rugby Union
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RUGBY UNION IN NEW ZEALAND New Zealand is home to the world’s leading rugby team, many of the world’s best players and the most passionate fans on the planet. It’s also home to many of the game’s best coaches, so if you’re looking for a place to play, train and improve your rugby, New Zealand is the one. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £5,695 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 25 weeks 25 weeks from £7,495
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £1,995 Each extra week from £265 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,295 Each extra week from £350
Sign up for the Full Season in New Zealand and you’ll spend 25 weeks playing the sport you love and training with world class coaches. The programme provides you with the chance to train, play regular matches and attend all of your club’s social events. Over the course of almost six months your game will improve from receiving expert tuition from dedicated Kiwi coaches. Living in the centre of Dunedin with other Sport Lived participants also means that you’ll have a ready-made group of friends to explore your new hometown.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 FEB
20 AUG
Dunedin
Get a taste of the Kiwi sporting lifestyle when you play a Mini Season for one of our welcoming clubs in Dunedin. Just tell us how long you’d like to go away for and we’ll organise the rest! You’ll take part in regular training sessions, play in competitive matches and enjoy some highly entertaining socials at your club. The training and quality coaching will help to improve your game so you return a better and more complete player. The length of the Mini Season also means that you have some time before and after the programme to travel around New Zealand and see the sights.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 FEB 26 JUN
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Playing rugby in New Zealand has been the best six months of my life. Dan Pickersgill Rugby Union, New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND RUGBY UNION
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CRICKET IN NEW ZEALAND Cricket is a huge sport in New Zealand and we’ve got links with top cricket clubs across Dunedin, all of whom have expert coaches, fantastic facilities and vibrant social scenes. Many of our clubs are home to international cricketers too, so you may well have the chance to play (or at least have a beer) with a famous face or two. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £5,695 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 25 weeks 25 weeks from £7,495
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 4 - 12 weeks 4 weeks from £1,995 Each extra week from £265 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 4 - 12 weeks 4 weeks from £2,295 Each extra week from £350
Sign up for the 25 week Full Season programme and you’ll train, socialise and play competitive matches for a welcoming cricket club in Dunedin. Regular matches with intensive, well structured training sessions will help to improve your game. And because you’ll be living in the centre of town with fellow Sport Lived participants, you’ll have a ready-made group of friends to celebrate with when you score a century and avoid if your bowling average creeps up into three figures!
Departures 2016/17
Start Finish City 26 SEP
19 MAR
Dunedin
The Mini Season cricket programme is a great choice if you want a shorter Sport Lived experience. Just let us know how long you’d like to go for and we’ll organise for you to join one of our handpicked cricket clubs in Dunedin. You’ll play and train alongside local players and coaches and really get to work on your game and fitness. Your city centre accommodation also means that outside of your playing and training, you’ll be a short walk from nightlife and entertainment. And if you need any help or advice, your Sport Lived mentor will be there to lend a helping hand!
Departures 2016
Start Finish City 26 SEP
Various
Dunedin
09 JAN
Various
Dunedin
2017
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Playing cricket in New Zealand was an awesome experience, I enjoyed it that much I never wanted to come home! James Hawley Cricket, New Zealand
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HOCKEY IN NEW ZEALAND Ever since Sean Kerly scored a hat trick against Australia at the 1988 Olympics, Kiwis have loved British hockey players. So when you sign up for one of our hockey programmes in New Zealand, you’ll not only play and train alongside top players and coaches but also be welcomed in like an old friend! Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £5,695 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 25 weeks 25 weeks from £7,495
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £1,995 Each extra week from £265 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,295 Each extra week from £350
Play the Full Season for one of our hockey clubs in Dunedin and you’ll spend six months training with world-class coaches and competing against some of the city’s top players. When you’re not playing or training you’ll have time to explore the country. By living in shared city centre accommodation with other Sport Lived participants, you’ll have a ready-made group of friends to see the sights with.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 FEB
20 AUG
Dunedin
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The Mini Season gives you the chance to play for up to 17 weeks of a season with a top Dunedin hockey club. You’ll get involved with regular training sessions with high calibre coaches, play in competitive matches and enjoy the club’s regular social events. It’s a great way to improve your hockey and gain experience of life overseas.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 FEB 26 JUN
Various Various
Dunedin Dunedin
Playing hockey in Dunedin = one of the best decisions I have made! Martyn Collins Hockey, New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND HOCKEY Call: 0115 822 9999 – Page 55
NETBALL IN NEW ZEALAND Netball is the most popular women’s sport in New Zealand. The popularity and professionalism of the game in New Zealand makes it a great place to improve your netball and have an amazing travel experience.
Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £5,695 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 25 weeks 25 weeks from £7,495
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £1,995 Each extra week from £265 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,295 Each extra week from £350
Sign up for the 25 week Full Season netball programme and you’ll get to play, train and socialise with top coaches and players from one of Dunedin’s leading netball clubs. Over the course of almost six months, you’ll improve your game in a well-run club environment with superb facilities. And because you’ll be living in the centre of Dunedin with other Sport Lived participants, you’ll be able to see the sights with a ready-made group of friends.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 FEB
20 AUG
Dunedin
Get a taste of the Kiwi sporting lifestyle by playing a Mini Season for one of our handpicked Dunedin netball clubs. You’ll get involved in all the club’s training sessions and play regular competitive matches. By working with top coaches, you’ll improve your game, and your fitness beyond measure. The length of the Mini Season also means that you’ll have some time before and after the programme to travel around New Zealand.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 27 FEB 26 JUN
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New Zealand is an emerging force in the world game. The country’s national team – the All White’s – even made it to the 2010 World Cup. Our football clubs in New Zealand play at various levels, including some of the best amateur leagues in the country. They offer good facilities and a warm welcome to overseas players, so whatever standard you play, you’ll be able to get a game and have a great time. Play the Full Season
Play the Mini Season
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 25 weeks 25 weeks from £5,695 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 25 weeks 25 weeks from £7,495
DUNEDIN Standard Accommodation 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £1,995 Each extra week from £265 Standard Accommodation (Single Room) 4 - 17 weeks 4 weeks from £2,295 Each extra week from £350
Sign up for the 25 week Full Season programme and you’ll play, train and socialise with local players and coaches from one of Dunedin’s top amateur football clubs. The well run club environment will help you improve your game and return home a better and more accomplished player. And because you’ll be living in the centre of the city with fellow Sport Lived participants, you’ll have a ready-made group of friends as soon as you arrive.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 06 MAR
27 AUG
Dunedin
The Mini Season gives you the chance to play up to 17 weeks of a season for a top Kiwi football club. You’ll attend regular training sessions with top coaches, play in competitive matches and get involved with all the club’s social events and parties. It’s a great way to improve your game and gain experience of life overseas. The length of the Mini Season also means you should have time before and after the programme to travel around New Zealand and see the sights.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 09 MAR
Various
Dunedin
26 JUN
Various
Dunedin
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NEW ZEALAND NETBALL/FOOTBALL
FOOTBALL IN NEW ZEALAND
MOMENTS TO SAVOUR Share wonderful memories and form friendships to last a lifetime.
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SOUTH AFRICA
Programmes
Playing
Coaching
Cricket Hockey Rugby Union
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South Africa is known for its beaches, mountains, surfing, incredible wildlife and of course its sport. The people of this picturesque nation are passionate about their sport, as you would expect from the land of the Springboks. Beyond the stadia, even the wildlife enjoys breaking records. The country’s game reserves contain the top three fastest land animals on the planet - the cheetah, the pronghorn antelope and the lion – whilst its athletes hold Olympic gold medals in swimming, athletics, boxing and tennis.
With dramatic mountains, world-class surfing and the famous Kruger and Kwa-Zulu Natal safari reserves, South Africa rewards adventure seekers with spectacular landscapes and adrenaline-fuelled experiences, as well as a variety of sporting opportunities. Beaches and mountains are within easy reach of our base in Cape Town, giving you a chance to experience the lifestyle and culture of a vibrant and diverse city alongside some of nature’s great wonders. If you’ve ever wanted to discover and explore a magnificent new country, refine and improve your coaching skills and excel at your chosen sport in a stunning environment, then this is one of the best places on earth to do it! More about Cape Town on page 63
Location BOTSWANA
NAMIBIA
Johannesburg
SOUTH AFRICA
Cape Town
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SOUTH AFRICA
THE WILD ONE
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CAPE TOWN
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SOUTH AFRICA CAPE TOWN
CAPE TOWN STYLE CITY Ever since it hosted the 2010 football World Cup, Cape Town has been putting itself on the map for its sense of style. Cutting edge young artists, designer drinking holes and luxurious waterside developments are making it an extremely desirable place to visit. Table Mountain is the perfect backdrop to all this glitz and glamour, reminding you that beyond this modern cosmopolitan city, the wild side of Africa is waiting to be explored - from game reserves to the Garden Route and from beaches to biltong (a leathery strip of cured meat that you can chew and chew and chew…).
Visit Robben Island
For many years Robben Island was a prison most famous for holding Nelson Mandela for 18 years. Today it is a museum and heritage site reminding visitors about the country’s struggle for political freedom and equality. Visitors are often shown round by former political prisoners, making it a moving and memorable experience.
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Top things to do in Cape Town Watch a cricket match at Newlands
Newlands was rated as the second best cricket ground in the world by The Cricketer in 2012 and the accolade is well deserved. Sitting at the foot of Table Mountain, it’s an idyllic setting to watch cricket, whether that’s an international match or a local Western Province game.
Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
On the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, these luxurious botanical gardens are a magnificent showcase for the local flora and wildlife. Summer Sunday evenings see them become an awesome backdrop for local and international bands and the site of some of the city’s best concerts.
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CRICKET IN SOUTH AFRICA South Africans are renowned for their love and passion for cricket and our programmes will allow you to experience it to the full.You can play top-level cricket at a local club or help children reach their potential as a coach in a nearby school.
Cricket Academy
Coach Cricket
CAPE TOWN Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £3,195 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks from £3,195 + £300 Damage Bond
CAPE TOWN Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £2,995 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks from £4,295 + £300 Damage Bond
Our Cricket Academy programme in Cape Town gives you the chance to really work on your game. During the week you will attend cricket and fitness training sessions taken by expert cricket coaches using world-class facilities. You will also train with a local club during the week and put all that coaching into practice with a competitive match every Saturday. It’s a great choice if you want to improve your cricket skills and receive intensive, top quality coaching.
Our cricket coaching programmes in South Africa are particularly rewarding. You’ll coach and inspire youngsters aged between 5 and 18 years in nearby schools and clubs running drills, improving their technique and organising competitive matches. You’ll also undertake a coach development course to broaden your cricketing knowledge and make you a better coach. It’s a perfect way for you to improve your skills as a coach and experience the excitement of living in Cape Town.
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 09 JAN
19 FEB
Cape Town
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 09 JAN
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Cape Town is an incredible city to spend time playing and coaching cricket
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HOCKEY IN SOUTH AFRICA Consistently one of the world’s top hockey nations, South Africa is a great place to play or coach the sport. All of our programmes are based in Cape Town, where you can decide between playing hockey for a quality club or coaching in local schools.
Hockey Academy
Coach Hockey
CAPE TOWN Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £2,995 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks from £4,295 + £300 Damage Bond
CAPE TOWN Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £2,995 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks from £4,295 + £300 Damage Bond
Our Hockey Academy programme in Cape Town gives you the chance to really work on your game. During the week you will attend hockey and fitness training sessions taken by expert hockey coaches using world-class facilities. You will also train with a local club during the week and put all that coaching into practice with a competitive match every Saturday. It’s a great choice if you want to improve your hockey skills and receive intensive, top quality coaching.
Our hockey coaching programmes in Cape Town offer something a little different. You will have the chance to work with youngsters in nearby schools and clubs, leading regular training sessions and organising competitive matches. You’ll also undertake a coach development course to broaden your hockey knowledge and make you a better coach. It’s a perfect way for you to improve your skills as a coach and experience the excitement of living in Cape Town.
Departures 2017
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 10 APR 26 JUN
21 MAY 06 AUG
Cape Town Cape Town
Start Finish City 10 APR 26 JUN
21 MAY 06 AUG
Cape Town Cape Town
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For quality rugby, look no further than Cape Town. South Africa’s reputation is as good as it gets.With an impressive national team, state of the art facilities, top notch training and an enviable climate, it’s a great choice for rugby players who want to improve their game, gain invaluable coaching experience and enjoy the sport they love. Rugby Academy
Coach Rugby
CAPE TOWN Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £3,195 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks from £4,495 + £300 Damage Bond
CAPE TOWN Standard Accommodation 6 weeks 6 weeks from £2,995 Premium Accommodation 6 weeks from £4,295 + £300 Damage Bond
Our Rugby Academy programme in Cape Town gives you the chance to really work on your game. During the week you will attend rugby and fitness training sessions taken by expert rugby coaches using world-class facilities. You will also train with a local club during the week and put all that coaching into practice with a competitive match every Saturday. It’s a great choice if you want to improve your rugby skills and receive intensive, top quality coaching.
Our rugby coaching programmes in South Africa are particularly rewarding. You’ll coach and inspire youngsters aged between 5 and 18 years in nearby schools and clubs running drills, improving their technique and organising competitive matches. In addition, you’ll undertake a coach development course to broaden your rugby knowledge and make you a better coach. It’s a perfect way for you to improve your skills as a coach and experience the excitement of living in Cape Town.
Departures 2017
Departures 2017
Start Finish City 10 APR 26 JUN
21 MAY 06 AUG
Cape Town Cape Town
Everyone is so passionate about rugby in South Africa and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience Alex Ullyot Rugby Union, South Africa
Start Finish City 10 APR 26 JUN
21 MAY 06 AUG
Cape Town Cape Town
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SOUTH AFRICA HOCKEY / RUGBY UNION
RUGBY UNION IN SOUTH AFRICA
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SPORT LIVED STORIES AMAZING MEMORIES For over 10 years we’ve been lucky enough to spend our time arranging amazing sport and travel experiences for young players and coaches. Along the way there have been some great stories, some funny moments and some really amazing sporting achievements. Here are a few we thought might inspire you…
Out for a duck in the Grand Final!
Rick Moore played cricket in Melbourne and his team reached the Grand Final. He was playing in the same side as the local Sport Lived mentor’s brother, Bradley. Rick came to the crease, Bradley hit one to mid-off, chose to go for a quick single and Rick got run out for a duck without facing a single ball! Luckily, Rick was something of an all-rounder, so when his chance came to bowl he took a couple of wickets and helped his team to win the Grand Final.
A glorious return to Melbourne
Vicky Hewett travelled to Melbourne with Sport Lived to play hockey. Everything was going well - Vicky had secured her place as the team’s first choice goalie and the team looked like they had a pretty good chance of winning the league. Unfortunately, she had to fly home for a family emergency and couldn’t afford to fly back. Her Aussie teammates
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were devastated, so they all chipped in and booked her a return flight to Melbourne! She flew back, reclaimed her place in goal and the team went on to win the league with Vicky making some vital saves in the Grand Final.
“If I hadn’t gone to Australia, I wouldn’t be here now.”
Rugby Ace Tim Swinson got the ultimate taste of the Aussie sporting lifestyle when he took part in a Full Season rugby programme in Australia way back in 2006. Since then Tim’s rugby has gone from strength to strength culminating in his international debut for Scotland against South Africa in 2013.
Train in Melbourne, row in the Olympics!
George Nash travelled to Melbourne to get some expert coaching and row for a local club. It seems like all that training and all those hours on the water really paid off because George returned home to row for the victorious Cambridge team in the 2010 Varsity Boat Race and then competed in the London 2012 Olympics, where he won bronze in the coxless pairs!
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TRAVEL INSURANCE
TRAVEL INSURANCE PEACE OF MIND Travel insurance is an important part of any overseas trip and is essential when travelling with Sport Lived. We have a bespoke travel insurance policy which has been designed with Endsleigh Insurance to provide cover for all of our programmes. You will be covered to play or coach your chosen sport and to participate in all Sport Lived activities. The policy has been designed to suit the gap year traveller. It is flexible in order to provide worldwide cover before and after your Sport Lived programme. You can also extend your policy when you are overseas should your plans change. This is a summary of the cover we provide. You can read the policy in full, view a list of activities covered, get a quote and purchase your insurance via our website. You can also call us on 0844 858 9103 and speak to one of our advisors who will be happy to arrange your cover. If you decide not to book your travel insurance with Sport Lived you must provide us with details of your insurance policy before you travel. We advise that you read your insurance policy wording carefully because this will ensure that you are covered for all the sports and activities involved in your Sport Lived programme and are covered for the entire duration of your trip!
SUMMARY OF COVER Cover Section
Cover Limit
Cancellation or Curtailment Charges
£5,000*
Emergency Medical & Other Expenses
£10,000,000*
Personal Accident
£30,000*
Personal Money, Passport & Documents
£500*
Personal Liability
£2,000,000*
Baggage
£2,500*
*Please note an excess applies The table above shows the maximum amounts payable under each section
Policy benefits include: • Cover for a range of light manual work, volunteer activities and extreme activities • Cover from 1 day up to a year available • 100 sports and activities covered as standard • Cover for international travellers • Cover for travellers aged 16-65 years
Sport Lived is an appointed representative of Endsleigh Insurance Services Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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