SOAP

Students Ocean Ambassador Program™

Student Ocean Ambassadors Program™ is a community of learners dedicated to learning from, protecting, advocating, and contributing to our waters. We combine field trips, extra-curricular activities with in-class academics in our signature 4-pillar approach: Hook ’em, Train ’em, Brain ’em, Launch ’em. We have worked together with local and international partners in coral restoration and seaweed farming, surfing, SUP, scuba, freediving, mangrove conservation and sailing amongst other things, to bring relevant experiences that ground the educational adventures of our young ambassadors in the service of the community and the love of the Ocean.

There is no such thing as “Not Really a water person"
Francis Mollet - Coordinator of SOAP™ Program

The Four Pillars of the SOAP™

Hook’em

The Hook’em is the experiential part of the program where get students to dive in, explore and fall in love with the Ocean in whichever way they prefer.

Train’em

The Train’em part of the program is where students learn to use the ocean and surroundings safely, officially and professionally. They work towards internationally recognised certificates that are valid in the real world beyond school. These certifications prepare students for professional pathways and opportunities.

Brain’em

Brain’Em is the academic part of the program designed to encourage students to connect their love of the ocean to their academic learning. Through engaging lessons, videos, and interactive projects, it makes learning about marine issues and environmental conservation fun and meaningful, whilst bolstering academic qualifications and pathways that help with their next carreer steps.

Launch’em

This is the Community Service part of the program where we encourage young ocean advocates to understand the importance of the ocean and empower them to take action in their communities. They put their learning experiences at the centre of giving back to the sea.

Check out some of our classes

This is the experiential cornerstone of our program where we offer “Jalan Jalan” experiential outings that lead to external certifications and service opportunities designed to foster a deeper understanding and respect for the sea-going community. The diverse selection of off-campus activities that actively support the objectives of this program include things like free diving, surfing, scuba diving, coral restoration, and various other ocean-focused experiences that promote experiential learning, environmental stewardship, and a deeper connection with marine ecosystems. By combining real-life skills with project-based learning, we provide pathways for academic growth and professional development that extend beyond the classroom.

SOAP™ Green Leaders Award & Certificate

The SOAP (Student Ocean Ambassador Program) Green Leaders Certificate is a special distinction awarded to exiting students who have reached Gold, Silver or Bronze standard by completing the required experiential experiences (Hook ‘em), certification of standards reached (Train ‘em), academic (Brain ‘em) achievement in water- and ocean-related school subjects, as well as at least 100 hours of service (Launch ‘em) to the community. Each ambassador will have a different profile and their portfolio which will clearly show the uniqueness of their learning journey across the four pillars of the program. This distinction aims to set up our young ambassadors for job placements or internships, further education positions or scholarships.

Distinguished Alumni

Bintang

Class of 2025

Bintang made his mark on Bali’s ocean conservation scene early on with his mangrove project which he continued into High School. He was the resident artist for the SOAP program for many years and his contributions to the WOAH Festival...

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Gede

Class of 2025

After starting out as a pioneer of the Rise to Surf program way back in grade 6, Gede tried several modalities in the SOAP program including Scuba diving and Coral Restoration where he found his real passion. Gede has been...

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Haiko

Class of 2021

Haiko learned to surf in the Rise to Surf Jalan Jalan and never looked back. Whether he is diving in Indonesia or sailing from Latin America to Europe, his connection to the Ocean anchors him in a world of changing...

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Sierra

Class of 2022

Sierra enjoyed the FLO (For the Love of the Ocean) course so much she felt inspired to study Marine Sciences in the USA after leaving Green School. She will graduate from there shortly with fond memories and a heart full...

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Keegan

Class of 2025

Inspired by her years at Green School, where she participated in numerous ocean-based studies, projects, and service initiatives, Keegan chose to pursue a degree in Marine Biology. After receiving offers from universities around the world, she will attend the University...

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Hazel

Class of 2023

Hazel was our first Ocean student-teacher. Surfing, sailing, freediving, rowing, kayaking – you name it, he has won a race in it and can show you how it is supposed to be done. His experience as a national sailing and...

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Shawnee

Class of 2025

Shawnee was a powerhouse driving three editions of the WOAH Festival, several times over. She led the marketing team and worked with local government representatives, sponsors, vendors, local school connections and media partners. She cites this experience as fundamental in...

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