Powder Surf - Japan
Powder Surf - Japan
Speed and excitement
Speed, excitement and all-round activity on snow, water and land. You'll spend a lot of time with skis/snowboards and surfboards under your feet. Test your own limits with action activities such as trail biking and climbing! This is the major for those who love skiing and are keen to learn how to surf.
Adrenaline-filled experiences
The feeling of floating on untouched powder, or the sense of accomplishment you get when you catch your first wave, is unforgettable. At Powder Surf - Japan, we hunt for adrenaline-filled experiences and practice skills that make us good at this throughout the year. This is the line for those who want to challenge themselves and have an action-packed school year with a focus on surfing, skiing and varied outdoor activities.
Pudder Surf - Japan is the line for those who want to challenge themselves and have an action-packed year with a focus on surfing, steep skiing and a focus on fast-paced activities in a good community. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer, you'll find challenges that suit you.
Full throttle
From the first snowfall, we are mostly in the mountains or on the slopes, where we hunt for the best snow. Before the snow settles, we will be both high and low. In the fall, we'll spend a lot of time on the surfboard, but we'll also be involved in other activities. This means that you get to try action-packed activities such as trail biking, ice climbing, outdoor climbing, ice hockey etc. Throughout the year, we will also take steep climbing licenses and wet sea kayaking licenses.
Study trip to Japan
In February, one of the many highlights of the year will be a study trip to Japan. Have you heard of Japow? The powder snow in Japan is said to be so good that it has its own expression. In February, we travel to Hakuba and the Cortina ski resort, a ski destination with as much as 10-12 meters of snowfall per year - we're talking bottomless powder. Here we will hunt for the best snow the world has to offer.
Powder Surf - Japan on social media
Here you can follow us and get an insight into what we do throughout the year, and not least on our trip to Japan in February.
Short and sweet
You will learn
Freewheeling in facilities
Ski mountaineering
Avalanche safety course
Surfing
Sea kayak (Wet card)
Climbing and bouldering (steep map)
Trip planning
You get to experience
Waterski/wakeboard
Trail biking
Study trip to Japan
Ice hockey, curling
Training in the gym and pool
Snow cave tour and ice climbing
Canoe trip
Iben on Pudder Surf - Japan
Get an insight into some of the things that await you during a year at Nordvestlandet Folk High School and Pudder Surf - Japan. Hear what Iben has to say about the experiences, the people and the school!
Teacher
Henning Mortensen
Henning is a trained outdoor guide at HVL in Sogndal and is a certified kayak and climbing instructor. He has done most sports, but has been captured by speed, adrenaline and excitement. He likes it best in the mountains, in the water on a surfboard or high up on a climbing wall. Henning has a passion for climbing, skiing, surfing and trail biking, but also loves chilling around the fire. If you have any questions - feel free to get in touch.
Equipment you need
Ski touring equipment (skis or snowboard with walking function)
Avalanche equipment (this can be rented from the school)
Winter sleeping bag, sleeping pad and backpack for hiking
Wetsuit
Turtlenecks and wool underwear
Study trips
At Nordvestlandet Folk High School you can choose a study trip! In November, the entire school has a travel period where you choose the program you find most interesting. This is a unique opportunity to get to know more of the students at the school and learn more about yourself and the world we live in.
Bali - Lombok
We're packing our bags and traveling to Bali and Lombok! There we will experience jungle, volcano, rafting and surfing. Get to know Indonesian culture better and visit humanitarian work. Every evening we have dinner together and an evening gathering.
Training camp Gran Canaria
During the training camp you will get to try padel, beach volleyball, wave surf, tennis, frisbee ultimate, cycling and swimming. In addition to some ball activities, there will be some sessions with basic training, strength and fitness, in idyllic surroundings. Every evening we have a joint evening gathering with socializing and fun.
Norway - a round trip
On this trip we will visit a number of important historical sites and you will get an insight into Norwegian culture and nature. We visit Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim and Stiklestad National Cultural Center, where you get a good insight into Viking and medieval culture. The tour continues south to Ålesund. We will also go on a cabin trip and do exciting activities along the way.
Fjord route
Join us on a fantastic cabin-to-cabin hike in the mountains on the islands between Kristiansund and Surnadal. Right next to the ocean, you will experience magnificent nature, improve your map and compass skills, clothing and hiking food. On this hike, you will learn a lot about and from being in nature.
Kenya
In November we are traveling to Kenya. Here we will see fantastic nature, visit many significant places and learn a lot about ourselves! Before we travel, we are working on North/South issues.
Read more about our study tours on the study tour page!
Major full weeks
Three times during the year, arrangements are made for us to pack our bags for a long trip.
September
We're heading to the western tip of Norway - specifically Stad and Hoddevika - to learn how to surf. Stad is known to be one of the best places for surfing in Norway. Here we get thorough training from experienced instructors, so you learn to catch the waves.
February - Study trip to Japan
Have you heard of Japow? The powder snow in Japan is said to be so good that it has its own expression. In February, we travel to Hakuba and the Cortina ski resort, a ski destination with as much as 10-12 meters of snowfall per year - we're talking bottomless powder here. In Hakuba, we experience freeriding you won't soon forget, and we also visit Tokyo where we get a taste of Japanese city life. Experiences like this create close bonds in the class, and we return home with many richer memories and experiences.
April
We travel for another week to Hoddevik in Stadlandet to surf. Now with a little more skills in the bag. After surfing throughout the year, it's fun to come back here to try out the water again. This time it's not a beginner's course, but a lot of time for free surfing with guidance to be able to take new steps!
Ski week in Oppdal
In February, the whole school goes to Oppdal Ski Center. We'll be staying at the IMI-Stølen campsite, which has excellent facilities for accommodation and socializing. There will be lots of skiing fun, games and cabin fun!We have skilled instructors with us and you will receive instruction at your level. We offer instruction in alpine skiing, telemark, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. You get 5 days of ski passes, so this is a unique opportunity to improve your skiing skills or learn something completely new.
Price
Get an overview of your costs.
Norwegian citizens will receive NOK 151,690 in loans and grants from the loan fund for the 2025/26 school year.
Basic cost
167 000 NOK
Enrollment money
Cost/charge (standard)
Major program cost
Joint expenses / joint trips
Incl. study trip to Japan
Optional study trip
The Fjord Route
included
Training camp
Gran Canaria
17 000 NOK
Kenya
29 000 NOK
Norway - a round trip
3 000 NOK
Bali - Lombok
29 000 NOK
Other
High-standard double rooms (w/bath) cost 7 000 NOK per year, single rooms (w/bath) 9 000 NOK per year.
Most electives are free of charge. Some electives cost extra, check the electives page.
Personal equipment such as skis, poles, backpack, hiking clothes, etc. must be provided by you, some can be rented at the school.
Passports, travel insurance and vaccinations required for international travel are not included.
Special diets for allergies and more. 300 NOK to 1 000 NOK per month.
Some experience weeks are free and some cost extra, check the electives page.
