About SAP
Where Martial ARTs meets academic EXCELLENCE!
Discover Your Power in Alaska’s Wilderness
Imagine mastering martial arts at sunrise, filming eagles by midday, and editing your own wildlife documentary by starlight.
At the Songahm Academic Program in Whale Pass, Alaska, this is your daily rhythm a six-week, interdisciplinary learning experience set in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
This unique academic expedition combines:
🥋 Daily Songahm Taekwondo training
📷 Professional photography & documentary filmmaking
🌲 Place-based science & environmental stewardship
🤖 Cutting-edge AI tools for storytelling and reflection
📚 Academic credit in core subjects including science, English, and technology
🏆 Academic Credit Earned
Earn up to 3.5 high school credits in the following areas:
- Environmental Systems, Alaskan focus (Science)
- English (Reading I, II, or III)
- Math (via ALEKS)
- Alaskan Cultural Studies (Social Studies)
- Visual Media Analysis and Production – (Course Title: This is Who we ARE)
- Photo Journalism
- Communication Applications
- Taekwondo/PE
Who should apply?
This program is ideal for high school students who are:
- Adventurous and curious about the natural world
- Passionate about martial arts, filmmaking, or photography
- Interested in emerging technology and ethical AI
- Seeking meaningful academic credit outside a traditional classroom
- Ready to build real-world skills and lifelong friendships