Munakata City · Fukuoka
Living in Munakata
While on the program you will be staying at Global Arena in the city of Munakata, nestled in Fukuoka Prefecture on Japan’s Kyushu island.
Global Arena
A facility built for sports, study, and community
Global Arena is fully equipped for a wide variety of purposes: sports competitions, training camps, school events such as field trips and experiential learning, cultural classes, corporate training and meetings, and everyday gatherings for local residents.
Sports stadiums
Fully equipped stadiums for rugby, soccer, athletics, tennis, and other sports, regularly hosting competitions and training camps.
Accommodation
Lodge-style accommodation spread across the Global Arena grounds.
Training gym
A training gym for conditioning and practice sessions.
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms used for TEFL classes, group work, and hanging out with other Rangers.
Restaurants
On-site restaurants serving meals throughout your stay.
Surrounded by nature
Global Arena also welcomes school field trips, cultural classes, corporate training, and local community events.
Staying at the lodges
What to expect from lodge life
Military-style barracks rooms
You will share simple, practical lodge rooms with your group during the program.
Periodic room moves
Please be aware that you will be required to move to a different lodge periodically for cleaning purposes. Pack accordingly.
Communal showers and bathrooms
Showers and bathrooms are communal, in the style of a training facility.
Join us in Munakata
Global Arena is the home base of our TEFL Teaching Practicum. Learn more about the program and how to apply.