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Surfing school in Taiwan where forest and sea coexist
Overcome your fears on the blue waves and high swellsBe fully yourselfFocus on yourself. Riding the rough waves, the physical thrill will provide an unforgettable experience. Share cultures with friends of various nationalities who came to enjoy surfing, and through diverse outdoor activities become one with nature and take time for self-reflection.
What makes this project special
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| Time | Title | Description |
| 7:00 | Wake up | |
| 7:15 ~ 8:15 | Stretching & calisthenics | Basic warm-up for surfing practice |
| 8:30 ~ 9:00 | Breakfast | Provided |
| 9:00 ~ 10:30 | Surfing Theory Lesson | Comprehensive theoretical instruction on surfing using photos and video materials. |
| 10:30 ~ 12:30 | Surfing Practice 1 | Go out to the sea with the instructor and surf hands-on. |
| 12:30 ~ 13:30 | Lunch | Provided |
| 13:30 ~ 14:30 | Break | Free time for naps, swimming, etc. |
| 14:30 ~ 15:30 | Optional Activities | Choose from the following optionsoneselect and experience - Visit the maritime museum, snorkeling, diving, hiking, biking, Visit a traditional village, visit local markets, fishing, exploration of ancient ruins, surfboard workshop tour |
| 15:30 ~ 18:00 | Surfing Practice 2 | Review what was practiced in Surfing Practice 1. |
| 18:00 ~ 18:30 | Cool-down exercises | Cool-down exercises and keeping warm. |
| 19:00 ~ 20:30 | Dinner | Dinner at a local restaurant |
| After 20:30 | Personal free time schedule | Personal free time schedule |
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* Surfboard workshop tour:Observe the process of surfboard production, from material selection and shaping to painting.
* Tour of Taiwan's National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium:Tour a museum where you can see many marine animals and environments, including penguins, whales, and belugas.
* Barbecue party:After the day's activities, enjoy a fun barbecue with the friends you surfed with and your instructors.
It is a top surf school recommended by many people from the United States, Europe, and Asia. Located on Taiwan's southern and eastern coasts, which have preserved their historical character, it is staffed by Australian instructors and lessons are conducted in English, so it's convenient to take classes.
Including the process of surfboard manufacturingbasic curriculum, how to read waves, and adopting the proper stanceIn addition to professional, finely segmented level-based classes, it also offers various activities such as barbecue parties with participants from many countries and tours of the maritime museum.
Participants will stay at accommodation operated directly by the surf school, living with participants from various countries. The accommodation has a shared refrigerator and cable TV, and is within walking distance of the beach where surfing is taught.
| 6-person room / shared bathroom / bed provided / breakfast included / Wi-Fi available |
Region :Taiwan, Kaohsiung
The towering skyscrapers and the old templesshow Taiwan where past and present coexist.They illustrate this well. Often called a miniature China, Taiwan offers a culture where Buddhism and Taoism have fused and delicious food delights travelers; it is already a destination visited by countless tourists.
On the southern and eastern coasts where the surfing project takes place, small old temples, plains, farms, and fish farms coexist harmoniously. Escape the busy daily life of urban civilization and enjoy true leisure in beautiful nature to heal your heart!
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1. Kaohsiung Confucius Temple
Built in imitation of Song Dynasty architectural style, this grand and dignified temple is the largest Confucian temple in Taiwan. Next to the arched bridge inside the temple is a bronze relief depicting Confucius, China’s greatest philosopher. Events are held here on Teacher’s Day, September 28, to commemorate Confucius’s birthday. Another must-see attraction is the dragon and tiger statues in front of the Kaohsiung Confucius Temple. It is said that people who enter through the dragon’s mouth and exit through the tiger’s mouth will receive good luck, so the site is always crowded. Come to the Kaohsiung Confucius Temple to absorb the tiger’s energy!
2. Kaohsiung National Science and Crafts Museum
Built at a cost of about 7 billion Taiwan dollars, this museum is the largest of its kind in Asia and ranks second in the world. Its collection is very extensive, spanning 16 floors and 18 exhibition halls, mainly displaying applied science exhibits related to daily life. The exterior is decorated with geometric shapes, giving it a fresh and unique architectural appearance. As the largest science museum in southern Taiwan and the second largest in the world by area, the Kaohsiung National Science and Crafts Museum features many real-life related exhibits with interesting themes such as an earthquake simulation room and virtual petroleum experiments. Visit and see for yourself!
3. Cijin Seafood Street
After a busy day of sightseeing, when you start to feel hungry, it’s a good idea to try seafood dishes at Cijin’s famous seafood street. The variety of dishes here will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. One thing to remember is to always check the price before ordering food. Browse the fresh seafood displayed at the stalls and gather with others to enjoy delicious seafood!
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- The participation period for this project is At least 3 daysis. - The cost of this project is at the top of this pagewhere you can easily view detailed amounts by period and option. |
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* For popular projects, there may not be any TO, so please apply quickly to secure your spot.
Eligible participants - People who can communicate in basic English - Anyone aged 18 or older - People who want to enjoy surfing on the refreshing sea - People who want to stay with friends from various countries and learn surfing together
If paying the full amount is difficult, make an advance payment of a registration fee of KRW 500,000and if you pay the remaining balance within two weeks, the process to confirm project participation will proceed based on the date the registration fee was paid, and we will verify availability and TO. To join on your desired date and period, securing your spot quickly is important! (Non-refundable once participation is confirmed) * However, if the start date is imminent, the schedule for paying the remaining balance may vary depending on circumstances.
■ Early-bird discount and urgent application Information All gap year projects require normal processing procedures and a gap year preparation period, so projects are recommended to be applied for at least 3 months before the start date of participationand,As a rule, applications should be submitted no later than two months in advance.However, if there are unavoidable reasons or you urgently need to participate in a project, by paying an additional fee through the urgent application service we will assist you with expedited processing as quickly as possible. *We assist with expedited processing whenever possible, but there is basic time required for communication with local organizations and for confirming participation, and all procedures are carried out the same as for regular participants, so Participants using the urgent application service must actively cooperatewith the Korea Gap Year operations team. ** Those who apply at least 180 days before the start date can receive an early bird discount. *** The urgent application service can be requested via the selection option above. For inquiries about the urgent application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
**Caution: In the case of ultra-urgent applications, there may be no available slots depending on local circumstances, and subsequent procedures will proceed according to the Gap Year refund policy. Also, problems caused by participant non-cooperation are the responsibility of the participant.
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* Please book airfare and transportation only after your project participation is confirmed and you have received the final departure schedule.
