Surf, skate, and ocean lovers
PART ONE: LECTURES
Our Surf elective is for those who want Christ to be experienced and known naturally wherever we go. We seek to be missional in both our local surf region of Northland, and as we move out into New Zealand’s coastal communities. In addition to completing the basic DTS with the other electives, we surfers will head to the coast for surfing, camping, cafes, and more! All with the intention of connecting with Jesus as we go and seeing others encounter Him too.
PART TWO: OUTREACH
Most importantly, we believe our passion for surfing is a tool for missions in New Zealand and abroad. We maintain that as we grow in our relationship with Christ and others, we learn to recognize Him in all kinds of communities. We firmly believe in fostering good community connections beyond the base, and that through these organic relationships, we can meet people where they are just as Christ desires to. As we love one another In the same way Christ loves us, we believe this love is a mark of true worshippers so that the world might know Him more (John 13:34-35).
We accept people of all surf levels, so whether you’re experienced or have never surfed before, that’s all good! For our beginner and Intermediate surfers, we run lessons through Tutukaka Surf School, so you can improve in surfing while spreading the love of Christ.
We accept people of all surf levels, so whether you’re experienced or have never surfed before, that’s all good! For our beginner and Intermediate surfers, we run lessons through Tutukaka Surf School, so you can improve in surfing while spreading the love of Christ.
Includes
Lecture Phase:
Meals, Accommodation, Tuition, School Outings, Stream Activities
Outreach Phase:
Flights, Transport, Accommodation, Meals, Visas
Activity Fee:
Surf lesson, surfboards, wetsuits 3-4 Weekend surf trips, Friday afternoon surf trips
What to do
1. Apply for your Course
Choose one of our four courses.
2. Apply for your
Visa
Visa
Apply for your visa after you are accepted.
3. Book your flight
Make sure that you meet the visa requirements to enter the country.
Costs
Lecture Phase
$4500
Outreach Phase
est $5000
Activity Fee
$1100
Dates
Arrival Day
11 February 2024
Departure Day
6 July 2024
Costs
Lecture Phase
Outreach Phase
Stream Activity
$4500
est $5000
$1100
Dates
Arrival Day
Departure Day
11 February 2024
6 July 2024
Activity
Info
- All participants take part in an initial lesson with Tutukaka Surf School, overseen by dedicated, qualified, and experienced coaches. The lesson covers beach awareness, ocean and tide knowledge, safety at the beach, correct sea entry, surfboard handling, catching waves with proper body and hand positioning, learning the pop-up to stand, standing position, and riding waves for as long as possible.
- The coaching also focuses on paddling techniques, getting out past breaking waves, reading waves, understanding what to catch and when, timing take-offs, and other techniques specifically tailored to each surfer.
Info
When & Where?
- The Surfers DTS elective is at least once a week, over the 12 lecture weeks. Including 3-4 Weekends out. During this time the surf stream will go out to local beaches, predominantly on the East coast of New Zealand*. There are also the occasional weekends spent out of town at other surf spots around the region.
*Due to surf being swell and weather-dependent, there are other activities the stream may take part in if surfing is not ideal
Gear
What to Bring?
- Surfboards (both foamies and fiberglass) and wetsuits are provided for all students, however, if students have personal boards and wetties we encourage you to bring them.
