Student Volunteering Week 2026
From 9-15 February, Loughborough Sport will celebrate the hard work and dedication shown by volunteer as part of Student Volunteering Week. Join a week of celebration and recognition events hosted by the Coach and Volunteer Academy.
Volunteering sits at the heart of Loughborough Sport. From coaching and officiating to media and event management, every strand plays a vital role in supporting a thriving sport ecosystem.
Student Volunteering Week is an opportunity to celebrate our volunteers while also exploring the wider wellbeing impact of volunteering - why students choose to get involved and the positive effect this has on individuals and the wider community.
Latest research shows that one volunteer enables nine people to take part in sport, with the well-being value of volunteering estimated at £700 per person per year.
Find out how to get involved in Student Volunteering Week 2026 below, aligned with this year’s daily campaign themes.
Motivational Monday - The Give-Back Gazebo
Student Volunteering Week kicks off with a gazebo raffle for CVA volunteers. Drop by, grab a ticket and be in with a chance to win exciting prizes.
Date: 9 February
Time: 11:00–15:00
Location: Loughborough Students’ Union
Transferable Skills Tuesday
Hear from CVA alumni as they share how volunteering has helped them develop skills beyond university sport. Current volunteers will also be spotlighted throughout the day.
Date: 10 February
Follow on Instagram: @lborocva
Wellbeing Wednesday - Campus Walk
Discover how volunteering supports wellbeing and keeps Loughborough Sport moving. Take part in a wellbeing walk, watch BUCS matches, and meet the volunteers behind the scenes.
Date: 11 February
Time: 14:00–15:30
Location: Meet outside the Students’ Union
Thankful Thursday - Cookies and Kudos
A day dedicated to saying thank you to CVA volunteers. Pick up a cookie and watch out for a special thank-you video on Instagram.
Date: 12 February
Time: 15:00–17:00
Location: Students’ Union stall
Friendly Friday - Padel for Positivity
Connect with fellow volunteers at a social padel session celebrating everything that makes volunteering at the CVA special.
Date: 13 February
Time: 12:00–14:00
Location: Padel courts, Towers Way
To find out more about the Coaching and Volunteer Academy, visit the CVA website. To get involved, explore opportunities via the CVA Portal.
Contact and booking details
- Name
- Isla Forbes
- Email address
- I.Forbes-23@student.lboro.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Booking information
- Booking is required for Padel session only - this can be booked via visiting the @lborocva Instagram bio