SCHOOL TRIP | STUDY TRIP SAINT LUCIA
Experience the warm hospitality and passion for sport on a school or study trip to beautiful Saint Lucia. A trip to this Caribbean paradise offers a unique chance to share an unforgettable and educational experience with your fellow students. Discover how sport and culture are used in Saint Lucia to bring communities together, develop talent and inspire young people. You get the chance to see how sport has a positive impact on local society and how it is used as a powerful tool for connection and growth.
The trip is complemented by interactive workshops, presentations, outdoor activities and (sports) games with people your own age. You not only learn about each other’s culture, you also build lasting memories. As a highlight, you can take on a well drilled local team from Saint Lucia, an experience you won’t forget in a hurry.
Our school and study trips are fully tailor made. By combining competitive sports matches with inspiring excursions and cultural activities, we give your school or course an unforgettable sporting and cultural experience on one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
Community projects
A trip to Saint Lucia is not complete without helping out at one of our community projects in the local communities. As part of your school or study trip, your group gets the chance to teach and coach children and young people from less privileged areas. Every group member can coach his or her favourite sport and pass on valuable knowledge and skills to the children. This is a unique opportunity to connect with local people and give something back to the communities you visit during your stay in Saint Lucia. Expect lots of cheerful music, dancing and heartfelt gratitude from the children for your time and effort.
An important aspect of this trip is not only discovering how sport is experienced in another culture, but also bonding with people your own age and learning to appreciate a new way of life. During the trip your group gets the chance to take part in various cultural activities and enjoy everything Saint Lucia has to offer, such as its beautiful nature, lively Creole culture and the island’s rich history.
€830 €1,100 p.p.
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10 days | 14 days school/study trip
Saint Lucia team itinerary
Week 1
- Saturday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Local orientation – tour of Rodney Bay, including the main tourist area. Chance to buy supplies.
- Afternoon: Visit to Reduit Beach and Splash Island Inflatable Waterpark.
- Sunday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Coaching introduction – programme information and individual one to one sessions.
- Afternoon: Coaching workshop – learn coaching techniques, skills and the basics of working with local children.
- Monday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Adventure sports coaching for toddlers.
- Afternoon: Coaching at local sports clubs.
- Tuesday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Community coaching at a local primary school.
- Afternoon: Excursion to Pigeon Island National Landmark.
- Wednesday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- All day: Open water swimming lesson.
- Thursday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Community coaching at a local secondary school.
- Afternoon: Coaching at local sports clubs.
- Friday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Optional activity: Boat trip around the island.
- Saturday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Coaching at local sports clubs.
- Afternoon: Relaxing on the beach.
- Sunday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- All day: Rest day (for 10 day tours).
Week 2
- Monday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Community coaching at a local primary school.
- Afternoon: Relaxing on the beach.
- Tuesday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning: Community coaching at a local secondary school.
- Afternoon: Coaching at local sports clubs.
- Wednesday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- All day: Open water swimming lesson.
- Thursday
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Optional activity: Excursion to Marigot Bay with kayaking through the mangroves or ziplining in the rainforest.
- Friday
- Meals: Breakfast
- Morning: Getting ready to leave – packing, buying souvenirs and relaxing.
- Afternoon: Departure from Hewanorra International Airport (UVF).
This itinerary offers a perfect balance of sports coaching, cultural experiences and relaxation, making for a meaningful and unforgettable trip for the team.
- You can register for this trip up to 2 months in advance.
- A minimum of 8 participants is required,
- Participants must be at least 18 years old.
- Payment is due at least two months in advance.
We can agree on suitable dates for your group together.
Not possible between October and February because of the hurricane season.
Cost
€830 based on 10 days in Saint Lucia
€1,100 based on 14 days in Saint Lucia
Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, transport, accommodation, all activities, 24/7 support both at home and in Saint Lucia.
Not included: Flights, travel insurance, drinks.
About Saint Lucia and our project
Saint Lucia is a tropical island in the Caribbean known for its beautiful nature, warm hospitality and rich Creole culture. Although the island attracts many tourists with its white sandy beaches and lush rainforests, it also has its challenges. A major problem in Saint Lucia is access to good education. Because of economic inequality, many children have limited opportunities to develop fully.
As a participant in our programme you spend your trip in Castries, the capital of Saint Lucia, which serves as your base. During your stay you sleep in comfortable accommodation and visit our projects in the surrounding communities. Our foundation uses sport as a tool to tackle social problems. The sports lessons aim to teach children important skills such as teamwork, self confidence and leadership. We also offer educational programmes to help children develop their talents, and we provide education on topics such as gender equality, health and wellbeing. Hundreds of children take part in our projects every year, and the impact grows every year!
Where will you be?
All activities take place in and around Castries. You stay every night in cosy accommodation close to the city and the beach. Castries is a lively capital with around 20,000 inhabitants and is known for its colourful markets and friendly atmosphere. The city is surrounded by beautiful nature, from green hills to idyllic beaches. Although Castries is not big, it is buzzing with local life and offers a great introduction to the real Saint Lucia. The surrounding region is perfect for adventurous activities such as hiking, snorkelling and discovering the island’s unique culture and history.
Joël A. Martin
Tour leader
Joël A. Martin will be your coordinator in Saint Lucia. He is half Saint Lucian and half English. In Saint Lucia he has many good contacts with the island’s national teams, so you quickly get in touch with international players. Joël is very committed and will make sure you have an unforgettable time on the tropical island. As a former professional footballer, Joël knows everything about football and even more about his club ‘Arsenal’.
Sport in Saint Lucia
Unlike in many other countries, football is not the most popular sport in Saint Lucia. On this Caribbean island cricket comes first, a sport deeply rooted in the culture through British colonial influence. Saint Lucians also love athletics and basketball, and football is growing in popularity too. Water sports such as sailing, snorkelling and kayaking are also popular thanks to the beautiful coastline and crystal clear water.
Sport plays an important role in Saint Lucia’s communities, both as recreation and as a way of connecting people. Although social inequalities exist, sport increasingly brings people from different backgrounds together and helps break down barriers. Sporting events and competitions are enthusiastically attended by young and old, underlining Saint Lucia’s lively sporting culture.
Why travel with The Power of Sports?
The Power of Sports offers high quality school and study trips, and at a low price too! The young team of organisers makes sure you can travel without worries by being available 24/7. The organisers also make sure you are well fed and have a great time together. And of course our tour leader always makes sure you get from A to B. We deliver a tailor made service and adapt the programme to the wishes and level of the group.
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