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Busan City will run its ‘2011 Marine Sports Academy’ at 10 venues, including the Nakdong River (Eulsukdo), Yeongdo (Korea Maritime University), Dadaepo, Songdo and Haeundae beaches from April 5 through October 30 for 7 months. Courses are open to anyone who would like to enjoy learning about any of nine different sports, including dinghy sailing, windsurfing, and kite surfing.

 

The Marine Sports Academy, under the slogan ‘Marine Sports for Everyone’, is aiming to open up the enjoyment of marine sports all year round to citizens of all ages.

 

Individuals, families and groups are welcome to apply for the courses and activities of the academy. Each academy is offering various programs so those who would like to register for the program, please call or visit the location below. Participants only have to bear the cost of textbooks and insurance fees.

 

Busan Rowing Association

Office Phone: 973-2017

Fax: 973-0747

Location: Rowing Arena, 3655 Gangdong-dong, Gangseo-gu

Events: Rowing, Indoor Rowing, Rafting

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: Free

 

Busan Canoe Federation

Office Phone: 941-1556

Fax: 746-3754

Location: Canoe Arena, 3655 Gangdong-dong, Gangseo-gu

Events: Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: Free

 

Korea Surfing Association

Office Phone: 746-3753

Fax: 410-4790

Location: 1400-9 Jung-1-dong, Haeundae-gu

Events: Surfing, Bodyboarding

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: (30,000 won for beginners)

 

Korea Maritime University (Marine Sports Department)

Office Phone: 410-4790

Fax: 410-4790

Location: 1 Dongsam-dong, Yeongdo-gu

Events: Dinghy sailing

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: Free

 

Busan Kiteboarding Association

Office Phone: 207-3700, 888-4104

Location: 578 Gwaebeop-dong Sasang-gu

Events: Kite-boarding, Sea Rafting, Water Skiing

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: (30,000 won for beginners)

 

Busan Windsurfing Federation

Office Phone: 747-6175

Fax: 747-6176

Location: 1393 U-1-dong, Haeundae-gu

Events: Windsurfing, Rafting, Kayaking, Dinghy Sailing

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: Free (beginner level)

 

Sea Explorers of Busan Council

Office Phone: 743-5589

Fax: 742-3309

Location: 1393 U-1-dong Haeundae-gu

Events: Dragon Boating, Kayaking, Rafting, Motor Boating

Period: April ~ October

Tuition: Free

In addition, the Yachting School and Windsurfing Academy will offer classes during the same period as the Marine Sports Academy.

 

The yachting school, which has operated since 1993, will open from April until August at the Suyeong Yachting Center. Classes will be offered at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels to children as well as adults. Upon completion of their course, participants will receive an official certification from Busan Yacht Association, acknowledged by International Sailing Schools Association (ISSA), and will be able to benefit from the following services – yachting information, club activities, qualification for competitions and free equipment rental.

 

For more information about the yachting school, please call 051) 747-1768 or visit the website at   http://www.busanyacht.co.kr

 

The Windsurfing Academy will offer classes on windsurfing, dinghy sailing, rafting, sea kayaking and more at Dadaepo Beach and Songdo Beach from April through June and at Eulsukdo Island from June through August.

 

Busan City is striving to promote and develop marine sports for everyone to enjoy at all the beaches in Busan throughout the year. The Dadae Marine Sports facility was established at Dadaepo Beach this March and the one at Songdo Beach is under construction. When the project is complete, people will be able to enjoy water sports at all beaches in Busan much more easily.