OVERSEAS TOURS
- AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME!
We are excited to announce in 2025, Bom Funk Dance Studio's ‘J Squad’ Australian team
will be representing Australia & touring to
JAPAN!!
Join Bom Funk Dance Studio in October 2025 for an unforgettable dance tour across Tokyo and Osaka, where dancers will train, perform, and explore Japan's vibrant dance culture!
Highlights:
- Workshops at Premier Dance Studios: Take dance workshops in studios in Tokyo and Osaka, learning from some of Japan's top instructors. Dancers will explore various styles, push their boundaries, and experience the rich, vibrant dance culture unique to Japan.
-Performance Opportunities: Pending approval, dancers may have the incredible chance to perform at iconic venues like Disney Sea* and Sanrio Puroland* (Hello Kitty land) in Tokyo and Universal Studios* and the World Expo 2025* in Osaka - offering an international stage for students to shine. *Should these applications be unsuccessful other performance opportunities will be arranged in replacement. Disney Sea performances are based on a lottery system.
- Immersive Cultural Dance Experiences: Discover traditional Japanese dance and performing arts firsthand through exclusive professional shows, such as the famous Takarazuka Revue, broadening dancers' perspectives and connecting them to Japan’s rich artistic history.
Additional Experiences:
Beyond dance, this trip includes highlights of Japanese culture and leisure. We will explore the cutting-edge art at TeamLab Planets, experience thrilling attractions at Tokyo Disney Sea, and embrace Osaka’s vibrant scene with a visit to Universal Studios Japan and a full day at the World Expo 2025.
This tour combines professional development with unforgettable experiences, ensuring dancers leave with new skills, inspiration, and cherished memories. Perfectly balanced with private guides, expert coordination, and the support of Bom Funk staff, this dance-focused journey will be both empowering and exhilarating. Join us in October 2025 for a truly spectacular dance adventure in Japan!
Eligibility to Attend:
Performance Squad Members
- Dancers accepted into the 2025 Performance Squad (ages 8 and up) are invited, along with their families.
High Kix and Tap Kix Members
- Dancers in High Kix and/or Tap Kix are invited to attend.
Additional Eligible Dancers
- Dancers aged 8 and older who are not in the Performance Squad but attend 3+ classes per week may audition for a spot on the tour.
Age Requirements for Supervision
Dancers under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult family member.
Dancers aged 16-17 years may be accompanied by a nominated adult chaperone.
TOUR DETAILS IN BRIEF:
- Timing: October School Holidays, 2025
- Cost: Approximately $5000-$5500 per person
TOUR COST INCLUSIONS:
AIRFARES: • Return International Airfares CANBERRA/SYDNEY/TOKYO || OSAKA/SYDNEY/CANBERRA
ACCOMMODATION: • 4 Nights accommodation Tokyo• 3 Nights accommodation Osaka.
MEALS: • 7 x Breakfast
PERFORMANCES & WORKSHOPS:
World of Dance Studio Tokyo – dance workshops
Performance opportunity, Tokyo Disney Sea – subject to application approval
Traditional Japanese performing arts experience and/or D-League experience
Free Way Dance Studio Osaka - dance workshops
Performance opportunity, Universal Studios Japan – subject to application approval
Performance opportunity, World Expo 2025 – subject to application approval
Performance opportunity, Sanrio Puroland - subject to application approval
Performance applications not approved will be replaced with other opportunities - these are just our preferences.
FULL SIGHTSEEING & ADMISSIONS:
Tickets to Kaguwa Tokyo dance performance
Entry Tokyo Disney Sea
Entry TeamLab Planets
Tickets to Takarazuka Grand Theatre
Entry to Universal Studios Japan
Entry World Expo 2025
FULL GROUND TRANSPORTATION & SERVICES:
English speaking guide and assistance throughout – 8 DAYS
Private coach transfers x 6
Luggage transfer Tokyo – Osaka
Luggage transfer Osaka – Osaka Itami Airport
Suica transport card loaded with ¥5,000
TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
All Airline Taxes & Fuel Surcharge – currently valued at approx. $250.00 per person Taxes & Fuel surcharges are subject to fluctuate up or down and will be reconfirmed at time of final invoice
Excess baggage costs over and above limit set by airline
Meals & drinks other than stated under inclusions
All optional/suggested sightseeing mentioned in above itinerary
Tips for drivers and guides where appropriate
Items of personal nature (e.g. laundry, phone calls, room service, etc.)
Passport and visa costs – please check with this office if you require visas for your tour. If you are travelling on a nonAustralian passport, please check if you require a re-entry visa.
Travel Insurance HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by the Australian Government.
Additional rehearsals, travel uniform & costume/s for performances.
GENERAL PAYMENTS SCHEDULE:
Initial Deposit - $1,000 (bookings will be made when deposit has been received)
Interim payment - $2,000, 28 February 2025
Final Tour Payment - 3 months prior to departure
Tour is subject to minimum numbers in order to proceed. There will be a capped number of performers so places are not guaranteed. Bom Funk does not manage any tour payments - these are all through our tour company. All prices and experiences are not confirmed until deposits are made.
SOUND AMAZING, RIGHT?
IF YOU ARE KEEN, PLEASE COMPLETE AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM BELOW:
JSQUAD - AUSTRALIA
Bom Funk Dance Studio's J Squad Australian team toured to perform in Hong Kong & Macau in April 2016. They had a lot of fun performing at Stanley Markets, Ocean Park, Disneyland & then just about anywhere else in Hong Kong & Macau that they could!
In 2013, Bom Funk Dance Studio embarked on its first overseas tour travelling to the United States of America. Students performed at Disneyland, Universal Studios and on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles and attended workshops at some of the best Dance studios in America.
In 2016, the studio took J Squad, Australia to Hong Kong where they performed at Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, Stanley Markets and a flash mob on Victoria Harbour. Students also attend workshops and a private backstage tour of International Dance show, House of Dancing Water in Macau.
In 2019, Bom Funk embarked on a European adventure to Paris & London. Students performed shows at the Eiffel Tower, at FIAP and at Paris Disneyland and at the Victoria Embankment Gardens in London. They watched International shows & musicals including The Crazy Horse, Moulin Rouge, Lido, Wicked, Les Miserables & more! They attended cancan and contemporary workshops in Paris, hip hop and jazz at Pineapple studios and musical theatre workshops with the cast & crew of Wicked and Les Miserables in London.
On all accounts, for all those who attended, memories and experiences from these tours will last a lifetime.
This success of these tours have started a Bom Funk tradition to travel overseas every 2 or 3 years (allowing time to save and fundraise in between). Keep an eye out for our next big adventure!!
BENEFITS FOR A DANCER TO ATTEND OVERSEAS TOURS:
Working as part of a team to create a show specifically for you
Performance experience in an exciting International city
Experience dance in a professional setting boasting confidence and performance skills
Opportunity to watch world-class performers on stages
Opportunity to take workshops or classes
Exposure to the International Dance Industry
A chance to travel overseas with friends and family
A chance to network internationally
Cultural & sightseeing experience
International exposure for yourself, your crew & our studio
Opportunity to represent NSW/ACT & Australia in Dance
Develop a better understanding of the world around us
BECAUSE IT IS SO MUCH FUN!