I'm interested in China, Australia, and Brazil for work. The latter two may be shorter term opportunities than China, which, I believe, has more long-term potential. On another thread this idea was mentioned, and I wanted to discuss it on the forum.
I found a couple websites:
http://www.worldlinkedu.com/martial_arts.html
the cost chart here:
http://www.worldlinkedu.com/martial_arts_fees.html
And a seemingly cheaper variant:
http://www.trip-to-china.com/sanda_training.html
The websites claim to keep your visa for 1-3 years. This would eliminate that obstacle. The school in Beijing offers access to a campus which translates into instant social circles, and girls who speak English.
I've never heard of Sanda, but it's a style of martial arts I love to learn. The schools claim top tier instructors, which more than I have found in the U.S.
Right now I'm formulating this plan for a mini-retirement, or if my financial situation isn't where it needs to be next year for a long hiatus. My line of work is volatile, and I've had to change directions a number of times already, and need a plan A,B,C, and sometimes D, regardless.
The advantages of this plan are:
1. Economical- For the price of accommodation, language and martial arts, it seems worth the money.
2. Longevity- Easy way to stay in country.
3. Biz Ops- Access to Beijing to look for American companies for employment.
4. Location- Good spot to bounce around Asia.
5. Productive- I don't do well taking months off just chasing pussy. This provides structure.
Shanghai might be a better location for business opportunities, so I'll look for a school there as well.
Anyway, thought I'd throw the idea out for suggestions. Thanks in advance.
I found a couple websites:
http://www.worldlinkedu.com/martial_arts.html
the cost chart here:
http://www.worldlinkedu.com/martial_arts_fees.html
And a seemingly cheaper variant:
http://www.trip-to-china.com/sanda_training.html
The websites claim to keep your visa for 1-3 years. This would eliminate that obstacle. The school in Beijing offers access to a campus which translates into instant social circles, and girls who speak English.
I've never heard of Sanda, but it's a style of martial arts I love to learn. The schools claim top tier instructors, which more than I have found in the U.S.
Right now I'm formulating this plan for a mini-retirement, or if my financial situation isn't where it needs to be next year for a long hiatus. My line of work is volatile, and I've had to change directions a number of times already, and need a plan A,B,C, and sometimes D, regardless.
The advantages of this plan are:
1. Economical- For the price of accommodation, language and martial arts, it seems worth the money.
2. Longevity- Easy way to stay in country.
3. Biz Ops- Access to Beijing to look for American companies for employment.
4. Location- Good spot to bounce around Asia.
5. Productive- I don't do well taking months off just chasing pussy. This provides structure.
Shanghai might be a better location for business opportunities, so I'll look for a school there as well.
Anyway, thought I'd throw the idea out for suggestions. Thanks in advance.