Welcome to the Ikigai Camps blog, your gateway to updates from our camps, charity partnerships, the world of learning, and everything in between.
But before then… in our first blog post, we want to take you back to the beginning and share the story of who we are, how we met and of how Ikigai Camps came to life.
Our journey began on a mountain in Nepal, where Flo and Jules were drawn together by their shared love for education and an insatiable thirst for adventure. It was amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas that our paths crossed, as we embarked on an unforgettable journey working at Heaven Hill Academy, Nepal's very first free school.
Little did we know that this encounter would not only shape our lives but also foster a deep and enduring friendship.
As our shared interests, values, and beliefs ignited a deep connection, we became inspired to create something extraordinary. Fueled by our collective passion and driven by the desire to empower young minds, we set out to build a platform that would ignite transformative experiences and foster meaningful connections with diverse cultures.
We just weren’t quite sure what that platform looked like yet! However, the mission we were clear on; to embark on our own adventures while making a positive impact on the communities we encountered, extending a helping hand wherever our journey led us.
We were also very clear on our skills and passions; Flo, with his innate talent for inspiring young learners, was dedicated to providing educational opportunities for children from all walks of life. Jules, a seasoned traveller and cultural enthusiast, recognised the power of immersing oneself in different cultures to foster understanding and personal growth.
Over the next 12 months, we continued to stay in touch, trying to build the platform that, until now, only existed in our minds. Although born in Nepal, Ikigai Camps really came to life in the UAE, where we were working together on an English Language Camp . We started to envision a space where education, adventure, and self-discovery converge, offering young learners a transformative opportunity to uncover their purpose, their ikigai through immersive experiences.
We envisioned a place where personal growth, language learning, and cultural exchange seamlessly intertwine, all while not shying away from the problems in the world and cooperating with local charities where ever we would go.
With unwavering determination and an unrelenting desire to create something exceptional, we channelled our energy into developing Ikigai Camps from the ground up. Drawing upon our collective experiences in education and travel, we meticulously crafted a framework that would provide young adventurers with life-changing experiences. Countless hours were spent refining the concept that now stands as Ikigai Camps.
Today, as we launch our website and the Ikigai Camps blog, we invite you to join us on this incredible journey. Through this platform, we aim to share the heartwarming stories, memorable encounters, and valuable insights that shape our work and our philosophy.
We want to give you a glimpse behind the curtain, providing you with a deeper understanding of who we are, what drives us, and the incredible experiences that await our campers.
We believe that education should extend far beyond the confines of a traditional classroom. At Ikigai Camps, we are dedicated to creating a community of young adventurers who embrace learning, seek personal growth, and celebrate the richness of cultural diversity.
So, let's go on this adventure together.
Stay tuned to our blog as we share the wonders of Ikigai Camps, one story at a time.
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