Help others stay active, play safely, and keep coming back to the game they love.
Kamloops Pickleball Club (KPC) is a vibrant, fast-growing sport club with over 500 active members ranging from casual players to passionate competitors. We’re looking for a team of 2 - 3 motivated students to help us shape a wellness-focused safety program designed for real players in a volunteer-run environment.
This isn’t a fitness class or exercise design role. Instead, you’ll help us create a clear, simple structure for encouraging smart movement, safe play habits, and injury awareness — using guidance from qualified partners and reviewed materials.
Training will be provided by our Project Liaisons. Volunteers will receive clarification of the project objectives, along with an orientation to our club's mission, structure, website and available resources. Our Project Liaisons will also be available to provide on-going support throughout the project, facilitating collaboration and communication between the project team and Kamloops Pickleball Club and working with the team to keep the project moving forward.
What You’ll Do
Research injury trends in recreational pickleball and similar sports
Help structure a “Safe Play” concept that fits our club setting
Draft education-based materials (e.g., tip sheets, signage, basic warm-up visuals) using information sourced from credible wellness or health partners
Suggest delivery methods that suit a volunteer-run club — such as signage, short talks, or peer-led moments before games
Propose a simple framework for future volunteers (e.g., “Wellness Captains”) to support safe play on an ongoing basis
Work in partnership with your KPC liaison, who will handle all outreach or approvals related to external organizations (e.g., Inspire Chiropractic)
What You Bring
You’re studying kinesiology, health sciences, physical education, or a related field
You’re interested in injury prevention, movement awareness, and community wellness
You’re comfortable turning evidence-based concepts into simple, relatable ideas
You’re collaborative, practical, and understand the importance of staying within scope
What You’ll Gain
Experience structuring health education in a real-world, community-based setting
A tangible project for your portfolio or resume
Mentorship from volunteers and support from your KPC project liaison
The opportunity to improve safety and confidence for hundreds of recreational athletes
A clear role in designing for real-world impact — without overstepping your field of practice
Time Commitment
Flexible hours, approximately 2–4 hours per week
Mix of virtual and in-person collaboration based on your preference and availability
Ideal for a 2–3month project window (to be confirmed based on your schedule)
