Volunteering at the Heart of the Ain Valley
Football Club des Bords de l'Ain does not ask for financial donations. Instead, we invite residents to participate directly in the life of our rural community through the gift of their time and enthusiasm.
Every weekend match, Wednesday coaching clinic, and school holiday sports camp is made possible because local residents step forward. Whether you are an experienced former player eager to mentor youth, a parent willing to assist with team transportation between villages, or a neighbor interested in maintaining our natural turf grounds, your contribution directly impacts hundreds of young athletes.
Volunteering with us provides a powerful sense of purpose, combats social isolation, and fosters deep bonds of friendship across Poncin, Neuville-sur-Ain, Pont-d'Ain, and Cerdon.
How to Become an Official Club Volunteer
We follow a transparent, rigorous onboarding process to ensure safety, mutual respect, and proper training for every new volunteer.
1. Expression of Interest
Complete the volunteer registration form below or meet our coordinators in person during Wednesday practice sessions at Stade du Blanchon.
2. Welcome Interview
Have an informal discussion with our Technical Director to match your personal interests, schedule availability, and preferred role with club needs.
3. Safeguarding Clearance
In accordance with statutory youth protection mandates, all adult volunteers undergo standard verification of judicial records (Bulletin n°3).
4. Mentorship & Training
Shadow an experienced volunteer educator and access subsidized certification courses in coaching, refereeing, and sports first-aid.
Volunteer Roles Currently Seeking Community Support
Explore how your unique skills can make a lasting difference in our non-profit association.
Youth Coaching Assistant
Help conduct Wednesday afternoon soccer agility drills, monitor player hydration, and reinforce fair-play behaviors among junior age categories.
Time Commitment: 2–3 hours weekly • Location: Pont-d'Ain or Poncin
Match Day Steward & Welcome Host
Welcome visiting community teams, manage locker room logistics, supervise spectator fair play, and prepare post-match healthy fruit snacks.
Time Commitment: Saturday mornings • Location: Stade du Blanchon
Pitch & Eco-Steward
Assist with line marking, goal net maintenance, recycling logistics, and seasonal cleanup of the Ain riverbanks bordering our sports grounds.
Time Commitment: Flexible / Monthly • Location: Pont-d'Ain & Cerdon
Register Your Volunteer Interest
Fill out the form below. Submitting this form sends your application directly to our volunteer coordinator via secure AJAX transmission.