Coaching Methodology Training (Kids Focus): Training on MAC’s children’s lesson structure, age-appropriate drills, and positive reinforcement techniques.

Shadowing: Observe morning and afternoon Kids’ lessons. Coaching Methodology Training (Adults Focus): Training on adult stroke correction, fear management techniques, and managing different fitness levels. Shadowing: Observe beginner/intermediate Adults’ lessons

Local Culture & Basic Communication Workshop: Cultural sensitivity training and learning basic Sinhala phrases relevant to the pool

Welcome & Club Orientation: Welcome session, club tour, meet MAC staff and coaches. Introduction to MAC’s mission and vision. Review of volunteer schedule and code of conduct.

Water Safety & First Aid Training: Intensive review of pool-side safety, emergency procedures and water rescue techniques. MAC’s specific pool rules.

Assisted Teaching (Kids): Volunteers are assigned to different children's groups (beginner/intermediate). Focus on specific tasks: 1:1 float assistance, demonstrating simple drills, maintaining order.

Mid-Week Review & Drill Brainstorm: Reflection session with MAC Head Coach. Volunteers document common student errors observed. They prepare 2-3 innovative warm-up or skill-building drills for kids and adults.

Assisted Teaching (Adults): Support adult lessons. Focus on lane management, providing immediate feedback on stroke technique (under coach supervision), and timing sets.

Stroke Specialization: One volunteer focuses on Breathing & Body Position for the week. The second focuses on Turns & Underwater Kicking. They create simple visual aids (posters/handouts) to support their focus area.

Lead Activity Block: Volunteers are given 10-15 minutes in both children's and adult's lessons to implement the new drills they developed in Week 2.

Workshop Preparation: Volunteers finalize plans for their Week 4 cultural exchange workshop/activity based on feedback from coaches and student interaction.

Lesson Lead (Supervised): Volunteers each take the lead on a 20-minute segment of a class, managing a full small group/lane from start to finish under coach supervision.

Cultural Exchange Workshop (Children): Volunteers run a fun, interactive session introducing games, songs, or simple traditions from their home country. (Focus on movement/energy).

Cultural Exchange Workshop (Adults, Coaches): Volunteers lead a conversational session on topics like sports culture, common misunderstandings, or travel tips from their home country.

Community Service Day / Pool Maintenance: Engage in a light maintenance project (e.g., organizing equipment, minor cleaning) or assist in administrative tasks like lesson sign-ups.