Two Students. One Unforgettable Training Experience.
We are heading back to the West Coast! The Academy is sponsoring two students by covering their primary travel costs for our May trip to California. We select the winners at random, but you must apply below to be in the draw.
📣 Support Our Fundraising Campaign
To make this sponsorship possible and ensure we can support our students’ journey, we have launched a Crowdfunder project.
If you are applying for a sponsored spot, we kindly ask that you help us reach our target by sharing the link below with your friends, family, and social networks. Every share helps us unlock match funding and makes these opportunities possible for our community!
📅 The Travel Itinerary
- Departure: Friday 22nd May
- Depart Newcastle (NCL): 9:25am
- Arrive San Diego (SAN): 5:50pm (PST)
- Return: Saturday 30th May
- Depart San Diego (SAN): 7:40pm
- Arrive Newcastle (NCL): Sunday 31st May @ 10:00pm (UK Time)
🏨 Accommodation Details
We will be staying at: Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms, 909 N Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054-2135
💰 What The Academy Covers (The “Big Three”)
To help families plan, the Academy is sponsoring the following essentials for the two selected students.
🥋 What The Student Covers
Students are responsible for their own training, living, and personal expenses during the trip.
*Spending money is a choice, but we recommend this amount for a comfortable week in California.
👪 Important Information for Parents
While the Academy is proud to sponsor our students, we highly encourage parents to join us for this incredible family experience.
- Support: Parental support is vital for the coaching team. We already have one experienced parent confirmed who is a massive help with the group, along with myself and my girlfriend.
- Solo Travel (Ages 14-17): Students aged 14+ may travel solo under our care with parental permission and a prior discussion with Sensei.
- Adult Costs: Accompanying family members must cover their own expenses. The estimated cost for an adult is £2,000 – £2,200 per person (including flights, hotel, and spending).
📝 Application Form
⚠️ DEADLINE: Sunday 18th January @ Midnight
🏆 THE DRAW: Monday 19th January (Winners announced so we can book flights immediately)