Ayvalık Summer Go Camp 2025

Our 2nd Ayvalık Summer Go Camp, organized by Istanbul Go School, will take place at the Sabancı University Creative Technologies Workshop in Küçükköy, Ayvalık, at the end of June.

In addition to Go training, the camp will feature outdoor games, beach time, various workshops, and cultural excursions.

The camp is open to both beginners and experienced students. Participants will be divided into different study groups based on their age.

Camp Venue: Sabancı University Creative Technologies Workshop, Küçükköy/Ayvalık
Accommodation: Haliç Park, Ayvalık

Go Workshops and Other Activities

The workshops are designated hours for Go practice, with regular break intervals. For younger age groups, these workshops will be divided into shorter sessions and enriched with mind games, garden activities, and drama exercises. For older and more advanced participants, a more intensive Go program will be implemented.

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PROGRAM

Ayvalık Summer Go Camp Program 2025 Program

Important Note: The program is a draft. The schedule and content of activities, except for core Go training, are subject to change. Some activities may be removed, and new ones may be added.

Sabancı Üniversitesi Yaratıcı Teknolojiler Atölyesi

Our Camp Venue: Sabancı University Creative Technologies Workshop

Notes:

  • During free time at the hotel, students can play Go and mind games in the game room under the supervision of instructors.
  • Teachers will accompany participants during beach or pool activities.
  • Participation in hotel activities after dinner is optional.

Study and Age Groups

Participants will be divided into study groups based on their age and skill level.

The groups with international participants will be bilingual (Turkish and English)

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Etkinlik otelimiz Haliç Park Hotels AquaPark'ı

Our Event Hotel: Haliç Park Hotels AquaPark

Registration and Accommodation

Students will stay at the hotel with their families.
After breakfast, students will participate in camp training and excursions. The excursions and workshop areas are for students only. After dinner, students will be returned to their families, but those who wish can participate in evening activities at the hotel.
High school students and adult participants can stay independently without parents.
Families can join some activities, such as the dinner at Sural Farm.
Families who wish can extend their hotel stay before or after the camp.

Sabancı Üniversitesi Yaratıcı Teknolojiler Atölyesi

Our Camp Venue: Sabancı University Creative Technologies Workshop

Included in the Fee:

  • Camp fee for the student.
  • All-inclusive 4-night accommodation fee for the family.
  • Lunch and snacks for the participating student at the camp site.
  • Go training and Go tournaments.
  • Mind games, sports activities, and other workshops at the camp site and hotel.
  • Cultural excursions.
  • Camp/training area fee.
  • Transportation from the hotel to the camp site and excursion areas for the student.
  • Participation certificates.
  • Dinner at Sural Farm is free for students, but subject to an additional fee for family members.
  • Transportation to Ayvalık is not included in the camp fee!

In late June, Ayvalık typically experiences warm and sunny weather, with average daily high temperatures ranging from 26°C to 30°C and lows between 17°C and 21°C.

Transportation to Ayvalık:

Ayvalık is a coastal and vacation district in Turkey’s Balıkesir province, neighboring the Aegean Sea, and has a rich cultural heritage. The closest airport to Ayvalık is Balıkesir Edremit Airport (EDO), followed by İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB). However, international guests who fly to Istanbul (IST and SAW airports) can also reach Ayvalık by bus. Depending on demand and the arrival times of our guests, we can organize a shuttle to Ayvalık. For more details on transportation to Ayvalık, please contact us, we will assist you. Finally, renting a car is also in an option.

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Visa and Practical Information

Citizens of European countries, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and Israel can enter Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days. However, an online application may still be required. Please make sure to check with the official authorities of your country for the most accurate information.

Turkey follows the GMT +3 time zone throughout the year, without any changes for daylight saving time.

In Turkey, the electrical voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50Hz, which is compatible with many European countries. Type C and Type F electrical outlets are used as in many European countries.