Training in the Philippines - Major Costs

Discussion in 'Filipino Martial Arts' started by Peter Lewis, Dec 11, 2006.

  1. Peter Lewis

    Peter Lewis Matira Matibay

    Mabuhay

    The Executive Committee of the British Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Instructors has received several requests for information concerning the major costs of training in the Philippines. The following details give an estimated cost of training in Cebu, Philippines:

    Flights

    Return flight from the UK to Cebu, Philippines

    Qatar Airlines - £375.00 + £110.00 Tax

    Details available from: www.emerald.co.uk

    Accommodation

    Reasonably priced hotel accommodation varies from £10.00 to £20.00 per night

    Food

    The cost of food and beverages should not exceed £10.00 per day

    Training

    Based on the fees of a respected HQ in Cebu, private training under the supervision of several Masters and Grandmasters:

    Approximately 40 hours training per week - £150.00

    Most reputable Masters and Grandmasters will offer a discount for small group training.

    Example 1 – 2 weeks training costs with average accommodation (estimated)

    Flights including Tax - £ 485.00

    Accomodation (£15.00 pn) - £ 225.00

    Food and beverages - £ 150.00

    Training - £ 300.00

    Total - £1160.00

    Example 2 – 4 weeks training costs with average accommodation (estimated)

    Flights including Tax - £ 485.00

    Accomodation (£15.00 pn) - £ 450.00

    Food and beverages - £ 300.00

    Training - £ 600.00

    Total - £1835.00

    Please note that the above is offered as a guideline only and is based on readily available information. The BCKEAI accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy of any information contained herein.
     
  2. Peter Lewis

    Peter Lewis Matira Matibay

    Mabuhay

    Further to a recent posting, the Executive Committee of the British Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Instructors has further researched information concerning the major costs of training in the Philippines. The following details give an estimated cost of training in Cebu, Philippines, based on currently available average information:

    *Flights*

    Return flight from the UK to Cebu, Philippines

    Qatar Airlines - £375.00 + £110.00 Tax

    Details available from: www.emerald.co.uk
    www.crystaltravel.co.uk
    www.celestialtravel.co.uk
    www.charrietravel.com

    *Accommodation*

    Reasonably priced accommodation varies from £5.00 to £10.00 per night

    *Food*

    The cost of food and beverages should not exceed £10.00 per day

    *Training*

    Based on the fees of a respected HQ in Cebu, private training under the supervision of several Masters and Grandmasters:

    Approximately 40 hours training per week - £150.00

    Most reputable Masters and Grandmasters will offer a discount for small group training. For example, two people would receive a 20% discount per person on the individual price. Four people would receive a 30% discount per person on the individual price.

    Example 1 – 2 weeks training costs with basic accommodation (estimated) for one person

    Flights including Tax - £ 485.00

    Accomodation (£5.00 pn) - £ 70.00

    Food and beverages - £ 140.00

    Training - £ 300.00

    Total - £995.00



    Example 2 – 2 weeks training costs with average accommodation (estimated) - group of 2 - cost per person

    Flights including Tax - £ 485.00

    Accomodation (£10.00 pn) - £ 140.00

    Food and beverages - £ 140.00

    Training - £ 240.00 (20% discounted fee)

    Total - £1005.00 per person



    Example 3 – 2 weeks training costs with average accommodation (estimated) - group of 4 - cost per person

    Flights including Tax - £ 485.00

    Accomodation (£10.00 pn) - £ 140.00

    Food and beverages - £ 140.00

    Training - £ 210.00 (30% discounted fee)

    Total - £975.00 per person


    While these estimations are an accurate assessment of the major costs of training in Cebu, Philippines, they do not represent a quotation. The BCKEAI is not responsible for the details contained herein, which are provided as a guide only.

    Gumagalang

    Peter Lewis
    Secretary General
    British Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Instructors
     

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