dstruck Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 2011 Cultural Exchange Trip to Japan Applications are being accepted for the 2010 trip to Japan. ISWA wrestlers ages 12-19 are invited to apply. This year?s trip will be departing on or about July 25th and will return on about August 7th . Our goal is to spend 7 days on the ground in Japan. Dates may change a few days either way depending on flight availability, cost, and host request. While on the trip you will be staying in the homes of and eating with our host team wrestler?s families. Our trip leader for this trip is Danny Struck and depending on the number of wrestlers we may also have additional assistant trip leaders in attendance. Wrestlers will stay in the homes of our host team members while in Japan and have a full cultural experience as well as being able to wrestle internationally. The cost of the trip is estimated at approximately $2,200. Since lodging and meals are covered by the host team the value of this trip can easily be double the total the amount that one will contribute. The best way to travel is to stay with local residents who know the highpoints of their country. Because we will be living in the homes of the host team, our hosts have an upper limit on the number of wrestlers they can accommodate. This is our first trip to Japan and it should be an exciting one. So, get your application in as soon as possible. Given the timing of this trip we will be looking at cutting off the application and acceptance process some time in April. This is an exceptional opportunity to truly experience Japan, its modern culture and its place in world history. Anyone who has been on a cultural exchange trip realizes that a trip of this type is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. You must be a Member of the ISWA to apply. Our counterparts in Japan take wrestling very seriously and we can expect good competition, strong training, and exceptional hospitality. Selection will be based on recommendations, wrestling ability, and working toward a balanced team. To apply: Please include the following information in an email to ewojdyla@hotmail.com Personal information: Name: ___________________ School: ________________ Age: ___________________ Club: ________________ Grade: ___________________ Home Town: ________________ Parent Name: _____________________ email:__________________ Cell:_______________________ Passport Number:_______________ A passport is mandatory! If you do not have a passport you must apply for one the week of your acceptance. Please investigate passport requirements upon application so you can apply immediately after acceptance. All participants must have a valid passport in order for us to gain Visa acceptance for this trip. The main post office in Bloomington and in Columbus have full service passport applications since they service large group of international travelers but you can check with your local post office or county clerk. Essay: Complete a short essay describing what you expect to gain from this trip. Reference: Provide contact information for a coach and at least one other community leader who can recommend you for this trip. Wrestling/Experience: Provide approximate record, tournament participation & placement, years in wrestling and accomplishments. Other: Significant community services and involvement as well as personal interests should also be included. Upon acceptance, I will contact the parent listed to discuss the trip requirements. I will also send a detailed request for information along with more specifics regarding the trip. All requests for information and or clarification must be returned around within one week of the request. Please be aware that all team members are required to study the history and culture of Japan and participate in our team meetings where we will cover cultural expectations. Your attendance at team meetings is expected. Questions? Best method of contact is email ewojdyla@hotmail.com or call Ed Wojdyla at 812.377.6989 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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