LOCATION
Our courses will take place in Koh Lanta island, Krabi, South Thailand. We will train on the beach and in the jungle nearby. The accommodation takes place in Relax Bay, a beautiful Beach Resort on the North-West coastline of Koh Lanta Yai.
TRANSPORTATION
ARRIVAL
If You Fly
You must book a flight to Krabi International Airport, Thailand (code KBV). Krabi airport is served by several airlines (Thai Airways, etc.) and Low Cost Carriers (Air Asia, 1-2-Go) connecting from major international airports nearby (Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, etc.).
We ask that people flying to Krabi book a flight with an arrival on the starting day of the seminar before 6:00pm. Our shuttle departs at 6:30pm from Krabi Airport and arrives at the Resort around 9:00pm (you will take not less than two ferry boats on your way to Koh Lanta). We expect you to have had dinner already or to bring a snack with you. No dinner will be served that evening.
Please let us know if you are flying, so we make arrangements for you to have transportation from the airport to the Resort.
If you drive
Please make sure you arrive on the starting day of the seminar no earlier than 7:00pm and no later than 9:00pm. Finding an address in Thailand is sometimes challenging. Therefore contact us to get proper directions to the Resort.
Please note – We do not accept early arrivals on the site.
DEPARTURE
The course will end on the last day at noon. A lunch will be served before departure. Our shuttle departs at 1:00pm and arrives at the airport around 3:30pm. Participants flying back are invited to book a flight that departs after 4:30pm to make sure they can be there on time.
Please note – We do not accept late departures from the site.
WORKSHOP TRAINING
Our training method adapts to your possibilities. While MovNat will make the best effort to scale the training to your abilities, a few of our activities are less scalable than others. None of our sessions or drills are mandatory and you will always have the option to not participate.
These seminars will contain water training and some underwater drills. If you are unable to be in the water for prolonged times, or if you have any condition that prohibits you from swimming or exerting energy underwater, please notify MovNat staff to scale the training to your abilities.
Please note – You must have basic swimming skills to be able to attend the course. The swimming coaching is minimal because of the outdoors does not allow for full scalability. Proper beginning swim instruction requires a swimming pool.
Our multi-day workshops are physically challenging experiences, but they do not involve any form of competition or testing. It is not necessary or even desirable that you engage in additional or more intense training to prepare yourself. We will provide appropriate training options for all fitness levels. If you do decide to increase your training prior to the workshop for any reason, please be sure to do so safely, as we would regret if you had to miss any part of the workshop due to injury.
The course ends with a final jungle course on the last day performed in a state of fasting. It means we will skip breakfast that morning.
ACCOMMODATION
We will be hosted in a Resort on the beautiful beaches of Koh Lanta, close to nature. You will sleep in spacious, individual bungalows so you can rest well at night and wake up fresh and ready for the next training day. You don’t have to bring anything for sleeping unless you need extra comfort. Each bungalow has its own shower and toilet and is equipped with a fan. Air-Con bungalows are available at an extra cost but you need to inform us well beforehand.
Laundry – if you need something laundered or do not have biodegradable detergent, please notify a MovNat onsite staff member for assistance.
FOOD
We will serve you 3 copious buffet meals per day.
Our meals follow the “True Nature/Paleo” diet principles, meaning they are made entirely of fresh natural products like vegetables, fruits, nuts, eggs, meat, fish or seafood and contain a high proportion of raw ingredients. This diet excludes grains, dairy, sugar, salt and any processed food or alcohol. It is the type of food that best fits our evolutionary metabolism and will make you feel re-energized, as well as maintain a healthy body composition.
We require that you do not bring snacks with you (especially those items containing sugar, flour, grains, legumes or processed foods). Part of the training is to learn how not to eat all the time and to train your metabolism to rely on your body reserves for fuel instead of relying on constantly feeding it.
Lunches are raw vegan meals. It means they are 100% raw and contain no animal products at all.
No customized meals will be made. Even if Thai food is well known for its spiciness, our meals will be prepared to accommodate all tastes.
If vegetarian/vegan you will simply not be served the prepared animal products. If you have any known severe or life-threatening food allergies, please let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate you.
INTERNET AND CELLULAR PHONE
There is WiFi access and cell phone reception (but quite dodgy in Thailand…). However, we see this course as a great opportunity for you to disconnect from both the phone and the internet and to help create an environment for others to do the same. Please do not bring laptops, and only turn on phones only when urgent.
If you need an Internet access to contact your family/friends back home, an Internet connection is available on-site. Be aware that connection speed is usually slower in Thailand.
We also recommend that you do not use radio nor Mp3 players during your stay. Please take this workshop as an opportunity for you to disconnect from the zoo and connect with like-minded individuals.
PACKING TIPS
You don’t need to buy any special or expensive gear for this event. However, we do have some required items.
Required Items
• 2 pairs of old training shorts you feel comfortable with when you move (MMA-style shorts are best). Bear in mind you are training in nature so they might get spoiled; so don’t use your favorite trunks in training sessions. You also need to be able to swim in them. We recommend synthetic fabrics.
• Swimming trunks are a good option if you don’t feel comfortable swimming in the other shorts.
• Women may prefer tankinis or the like for training and swimming.
• 2 old shirts with a fine fabrics so you don’t feel too hot training in them. They will protect your skin from scratches or from the sun if your skin is sensitive.
• 1 tight T-shirt, cycling top or rash-vest for swimming (this is important for sun protection – make sure it covers your shoulders).
• 2 pairs of training shoes. We will train barefoot, but you are allowed to wear shoes whenever you want. If you are buying new shoes, you may consider buying lightweight flat-soled shoes that are suitable for “barefoot-style” running and movement (which you will be taught on the course). We recommend Vibram FiveFingers. Be sure to wear them a few times before the event so they are familiar and you can be sure they don’t give you any blisters or serious discomfort.
• 1 water bottle(s) to make sure you hydrate yourself enough during training. Be aware that you should never drink tap water in Thailand. Mineral water is extremely cheap and available everywhere.
• Towels.
• 2 pairs of old (long) training pants if you want to avoid scratching your legs.
• 1 pair of good quality goggles.
• 1 light backpack to carry a few things.
• 1 flashlight or headlamp (prefer LED, hand-winding)
• A few warm clothes in case the evening gets cool.
• 1 rain coat or something lighter in case it rains.
• 1 hat, cap or bandana/kerchief.
• Sun block (chemical-free recommended). We will not train during the hottest time of the day, but the sun may be problematic for those with sensitive skin.
• Insect repellent (chemical-free recommended).
• Toiletries: toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo or soap (chemical-free recommended).
Special notes – If you are taking any medication, please contact MovNat prior to your arrival. MovNat will ensure proper handling and care is taken during your stay.
Helpful to Have Items
• 1 alarm clock.
• Books – 1 big or 2 thin, unless you are an incredibly fast reader.
• Spare cash (you won’t really need money during the course, but it is up to you). Don’t expect to be able to use any credit/debit cards to buy common items nearby. You need to get local currency (Thai Bahts) in a bank or at the airport.
Valuables – We recommend that you leave them at home.
Special notes – Be aware that in Thailand, the power plugs might be different than those in your country (220V). Please check before you go.
TRAINING BEFORE THE WORKSHOP
The way you will train with MovNat might be completely different than how you are used to train. MovNat is very different from any conventional fitness program, and also differs from military training or Crossfit.
You will safely be challenged a lot during the course, so we recommend that you do not physically push yourself hard before the workshop. We will emphasize technical instruction and optimize techniques before challenging you. We advise that you simply go on with your usual fitness regimen leading up to the workshop, as you will learn a totally new way to train once there.
READING RECOMMENDATIONS
If you are not familiar with them, we recommend that you read more about the evolutionarily natural, ancestral diets from which our nutrition program stems.
The Paleo Solution, the Original Human Diet
For more on the MovNat training and experience, read testimonials here.
Feel free to email us at vic@movnat.com with any further questions.
Sincerely,
Vic,
MovNat Instructor, Thailand
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