Gap Year Programs, Agencies and Resources

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Gap Year Programs, Agencies and Resources; Published: 22 March 2017; Last Updated: 22 March 2017

“Better people – Better performance”

Rugby is a wonderful tool that shapes us for life. Sport in general creates opportunities for us to grow, socialize and broaden our cultural awareness. Stellenbosch Rugby Academy (SRA), is one of the oldest rugby training institutions in South Africa and was established in Stellenbosch in 2004 by Alie Brand.

The Gap Year consists of the following:

- Rugby High Performance programme.

- Sport Coaching and Management programme.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Gap Year Programs, Agencies and Resources; Published: 19 April 2016; Last Updated: 19 April 2016

"SRA is not only a Rugby Academy – it is a world class rugby experience."

Stellenbosch Rugby Academy (SRA) - Gap Year

Starting from a basic two week programme to a year, SRA provides a Gap Year focussed on improving ones rugby skills as a player, coach, referee and analyst. Encouraged is the SRA academic component which provides a balanced Rugby Gap Year.
Rugby Gap Year breakdown:

Rugby High Performance programme
Rugby and Sport Coaching (or game analyst, referee)

Included:
Accommodation, meals and group Excursions

Objectives and Goals of the SRA Gap Year –

SRA is not only a Rugby Academy – it is a world class rugby experience. We inspire people and change their lives. Our holistic approach not only focuses on rugby, but rather on using rugby as a vehicle to help develop balanced, well-rounded young individuals who reach their full potential in life. It is for players or coaches that are passionate about rugby as a career.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Gap Year Programs, Agencies and Resources; Published: 24 March 2016; Last Updated: 09 October 2019

Year Out Group

Website: http://www.yearoutgroup.org

Social Media: Facebook and Twitter

Really important association that was according to it's website formed in 1998 to help facilitate gap year or year out programs. They also have a full list of the best and most reputable gap year agencies/groups around the planet. Really cool and extremely needed website, a must visit before any gap year adventure!

Projects Abroad

Website: http://www.projects-abroad.org

This is a really cool set-up, they have projects all around the world so people can gain valuable experience through volunteering and intern.

Connect-123

Website: http://www.connect-123.com

Social Media: Facebook

Volunteer and internship programs that are located in Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, Shanghai, their pay off line is “work learn explore”- that sums up the perfect gap year!

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Gap Year Programs, Agencies and Resources; Published: 18 April 2016; Last Updated: 18 April 2016

NJ MORE Field Guide College

NJ MORE Field Guide College goal is to train professional Field Guides that love nature, believe in conservation and would like to embark a career in Ecotourism. And to give students an unforgettable, fun and adventurous experience.

6 months course FGASA level 1 course. It contains the FGASA syllabus and other modules on top like Trails Guide Back up, Tracks & Signs, Advanced Rifle Handling, Birding, Hosting and more - all provided by experts in their fields.

We have established a close relationship with the reserve management team / conservationists in the reserve which allows us to take part in game captures and other great learning activities in order to get an insight in “hands on” conservation work.

Read more: NJ MORE Field Guide College

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Gap Year Programs, Agencies and Resources; Published: 03 August 2015; Last Updated: 24 March 2016

The Extreme Gap Year with Warriors Academy

The Gap Year, has been called many different names, Year Out, Year Abroad and even the classical Sabbatical. For all intents and purposes the pause as it were to disconnect from the real world and discover oneself, has evolved.

An example of this evolution is set in the Limpopo Province of South Africa is Warriors Academy. A Gap Year set-up taking the concept from basics to the extreme. Their offer is to not do anything different but doing more of it...

By using the traditional concepts of a Gap Year, Warriors Academy is helping individuals figure out their future paths by providing a broader view of the world around them.