SEPTEMBER
JAPAN
Basic information:
| Trip price: | 1.160 EUR for 10 days |
| Instructors: | Ales Tuma, Barbora Hrusova |
| Transportation: | own transport, by air |
| Visited destinations: | Japan |
| Surf equipment: | Surfboard, leash, waxes included. Designed for complete beginners and more advanced surfers. |
| Accommodation:: | Surf villa, rooms for 2 - 5 persons |
| Insurance: | not included in the trip price |
| complementary activities: | excursions to historical temples, surrounding natural beauty, BBQ |
Japan is a fascinating country with a huge history and an advanced culture. We will be surfing on the beaches where the 2020 Summer Olympics were held, staying at the same hotel a short walk from the beach where the entire US surf team stayed, including John John Florence.
Location
Surf lessons will take place on the beaches of Torami, in Chiba Prefecture, where the Summer Olympics were held in 2020. This means we will be surfing on the same beaches as the world’s best surfers. As part of our excursions, we will visit historic temples and remote bays.
Japanese cuisine is arguably the best in the world, and sushi or ramen lovers will be in for a treat. On the last day, we will explore the capital city—Tokyo.
Price
SAMURAI YOGA SURFCAMP in the shared room 1160 EUR
– 10 nights accommodation in a surf hotel by the beach
– Pick up and drop off at the airport
– 6x lessons with an experienced surf instructor and surf guide every day
– Transportation to surf spots, shopping and excursions
– Surfboard rental for the whole time (leash + wax)
– Video lessons + photo shoot
– 1 full day trip to temples and bays
– 6x yoga lessons
– Assistance from the organizers
– Photos and videos from the whole camp
– Japanese BBQ with sushi and traditional noodle ceremony
– TA’s bankruptcy insurance included
– does NOT include individual insurance and excursion entrance fees
Maximum capacity per course is 16 places. This surfcamp is eligible for returning participants discount
SAMURAI YOGA SURFCAMP in a double room 1250 EUR
– 10 nights accommodation in a surf hotel by the beach, in a double room
– Pick up and drop off at the airport
– 6x lessons with an experienced surf instructor and surf guide every day
– Transportation to surf spots, shopping and excursions
– Surfboard rental at all times (leash + wax)
– Video lessons + photo shoot
– 1 full day trip to temples and bays
– 6x yoga lessons
– Assistance from the organizers
– Photos and videos from the whole camp
– Japanese BBQ with sushi and traditional noodle ceremony
– TA’s bankruptcy insurance included
– does NOT include individual insurance and excursion entrance fees
Maximum capacity per course is 16 places. This surfcamp is eligible for returning participants discount
Yoga
The stay also includes regular yoga sessions led by experienced instructor Barbora Hrusova. Early in the morning, just after sunrise, her sessions will gently wake you up and energize you for the day. In the evening, as the sun sets, she will guide you through stretches to relieve tired muscles after surfing, helping you reach a true state of zen after a great day in the waves.
Yoga is an essential part of surfing—it helps with stretching before and especially after surfing, releasing muscle tension and relaxing the whole body.
“The yoga sessions are designed to target the most strained areas of the body and provide relief for a sport that is new to most participants. Our goal is not to turn you into yogis but to guide you safely through asanas that are most beneficial for surfers. The sessions are based on Hatha yoga, maintaining the principle of breath control. Each session concludes with relaxation and aromatherapy.”
Surfing
Accommodation
We will be staying in a cozy hotel just a short walk from the beach, where the American surf team, including John John Florence, was hosted during the Summer Olympics. Who knows, you might even sleep in the same bed as John John and dream of clean, perfect barrels:) The hotel also offers a sauna, grill, and an outdoor hot tub for your relaxation.
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Transportation
We’ll work out airfare together so we have the same arrival and departure times, for transportation to and from the airport. The price of a return ticket from Europe to Tokyo is around 800 EUR
practical information
Electricity: The power outlets in Japan are of the “American” type and work at 100 volts (with a frequency of either 50Hz or 60Hz, depending on the region in Japan).
Internet: The internet in Japan works very well. We recommend purchasing a second Esmi card before your trip, where you can buy any amount of data. Alternatively, if you have a Revolut account, you can buy it directly there.
Post: Post offices are open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, and on Saturdays from 09:00 to 12:30. Regular postcards and letters do not have to be taken to the post office. You can use the prominent red mailboxes, which are sturdy and feature the distinctive T-symbol with a double roof.
Vaccinations: No mandatory vaccinations are required.
food
The main components of Japanese cuisine are fish, seafood, and vegetables. When preparing and arranging food, the Japanese follow the principle that colors and patterns on the plate must match, and the tableware should reflect the season. Some of the most well-known traditional Japanese dishes include sushi (vinegar-seasoned rice with raw fish or vegetables, often rolled in seaweed), sashimi (raw fish sliced thinly and served with soy sauce), tempura (fish or vegetables in batter served with sauce), and, of course, ramen (a Japanese noodle soup made from a rich, flavored broth, one of various types of noodles, and selected meat or vegetables, often topped with a boiled egg). Japanese cuisine is very diet-friendly and healthy, though somewhat one-sided. However, there are numerous restaurants in Japan offering a wide selection of dishes from Asian cuisine. In large cities and tourist areas, you can also find typical fast-service restaurants.
We recommend learning how to use chopsticks, as the Japanese do not use utensils (but you can ask for cutlery if needed). Chilled water is served for free at every restaurant, in unlimited amounts. All hotels also offer free access to a machine or thermos with hot water (for making coffee or tea, and many hotels also provide free Japanese tea bags).
Insurance
FAQ
Can I participate in the surfcamp if I go alone?
Definitely yes, you won’t be the only one, many participants go single and some even go double:) We always connect you all before the trip so you can travel together and there is a common program on site. We’ll put you in a room with other singles or smaller groups, so you really don’t have to worry about going alone.
I’ve never stood on a surfboard before, can I still participate?
All of our surfcamps are designed for complete beginners as well as more advanced surfers. However, the vast majority are complete beginners like you, so don’t worry, you won’t be alone.
Who will I be staying with if I’m not going in a larger group?
We always try to split participants into boys and girls rooms, if you want your own room you will need to pay the difference for the unoccupied bed.
Is the surfcamp program compulsory and do I have to attend everything?
The whole program is optional, so if you feel tired or just want to chill, let us know, throw your feet up in the hammock or take it easy on the beach. You’re on vacation:)
Do I have to pay the full amount when I sign up?
You will pay a deposit of 160 EUR upon confirmation of your booking, and the surfcamp balance three weeks before the tour.
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