🇹🇷 ESC Volunteering in Türkiye 🥋 Supporting National Taekwondo Training Camps 🏅

Description

The volunteering activity will take place in Ankara, Türkiye, between 10–26 November 2026, as part of the Türkiye National Teams Training Camps.

Volunteers from different European countries will support the Türkiye Taekwondo Federation in the organisation and daily implementation of the preparation camps. Tasks may include preparing training areas and equipment, assisting with organisational and logistical activities, supporting athletes and coaches, helping with daily coordination, and contributing to sports, youth and cultural exchange activities.

The activity will provide volunteers with the opportunity to gain practical experience in sports organisation, teamwork and international cooperation. Previous experience is not required; responsibility, respect, openness and willingness to learn are more important.

Contact Person: Doruk Ekin FIRAT dorukekinfirat@taekwondo.org.tr

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Accommodation will be provided in Ankara, at a location as close as reasonably possible to the activity and training facilities to minimise daily travel time.

Rooms will normally be shared by 2–3 volunteers of the same gender.

Volunteers will receive a daily pocket allowance and meals or a food allowance during the activity.

Local transportation required for project activities will be organised and covered according to the applicable project rules.

Travel costs and other eligible expenses will be reimbursed in line with the project rules and relevant procedures.

Training during the activity

Volunteers will receive orientation upon arrival in Ankara, including information about the city, local services, the Türkiye Taekwondo Federation, National Teams Training Camps, volunteering roles, safety procedures and daily tasks. Federation staff will provide guidance throughout the activity. The training will focus on sports organisation, teamwork, communication, responsibility and cooperation with athletes, coaches and staff, while helping volunteers develop organisational and intercultural skills.

Participant profile

We are looking for 16 volunteers who:

Are patient, responsible and enjoy teamwork

Are adaptable and able to work flexible hours when required by the activity programme

Have a positive, friendly, smiling and sportive personality

Are interested in sports, youth work and volunteering

Have an interest in inclusive sports and social inclusion

Are willing to support athletes, coaches, organisers and other participants

Are respectful of individual differences and able to communicate with empathy

Are comfortable working in an international and multicultural team

Are open-minded and interested in learning, innovation and personal development

Are motivated to gain practical experience in the organisation of a national sports training camp

Are willing to learn about taekwondo and the experiences of athletes & coaches

Previous experience in taekwondo or competitive sports is an advantage but is not a requirement.

Activity details

Activity type

Volunteering teams

Activity dates

From 10/11/2026 to 26/11/2026

Location

Ankara, Türkiye

Deadline

13/10/2026

Project code

2024-1-TR01-ESC51-VTJ-000235873

Topics

Looking for participants from

34 countries can apply. The activity takes place in 🇹🇷 Türkiye.