Brazil 'Centre of Excellence' Tour - Australian Futsal

Brazil Tour 2014 - BOYS
2 nd August to 19 th August 2014
Dear Tour Member,
Update #1
Welcome to the first update for the Australian Futsal Brazil August Tour 2014. This update will address
some frequently asked questions regarding the tour and will highlight some of the wonderful things you
have to look forward to in this time leading up to the tour, which is sure to fly by. More updates will be sent
frequently between now and the tour departure.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Of course being a Futsal tour it means you'll experience extensive training and some great competitive
games. Not only will you get to participate but you'll also get to see some of the best in the world playing.
Whilst on tour this is some of what we can expect to be our tour highlights in between training and
playing.
Visit Maracana, one of the worlds largest football stadiums constructed for the 1950 world cup
Watch Brazilian professional soccer team Atletico play then take photos and meet the players at
their training session including Fred who recently played for Brazil in the world cup scoring against
Australia in round one.
See and use all the facilities of Brazil’s national teams at CBF headquarters in the hilltops of Rio
De Janeiro where players such as Ronaldinho and Carlos prepare for major tournaments. Vikings
Tour Groups are the only international teams permitted in the facility.
Watch the Atletico Futsal Team train & play then get to meet the players, take photos and get
autographs all at their great facilities where you get to train and play also.
There’s so much more to look forward to so keep an eye out in further updates for more exciting
news!
WORDS OF THE MONTH
While you are in Brazil the language most widely used is Portuguese. Throughout the different regions of
the country there are variations of the language but here we will provide for you some general words and
common phrases to get familiar with for your tour. Also feel free to take a course or learn some
Portuguese online.
Here are some words for you:
Hello – Oi Please – Por favor How are you - Como Esta No – Naon
My name is Julie– Meu nome e Julie What is your name - Qual o seu nome
Thank You – Obrigada for the Girls Obrigado for the Boys Yes – Sim
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
A big Happy Birthday goes out to Desire Byose, on 23 rd December, to
Jordan Davie on 5 th January and to Tristan East on 8 th January, to !
Have a great day on behalf of Juliana and the all staff of Australian
Futsal.

OFFICIALS ON TOUR
Throughout the tour the group and the players in particular are guided by both the hosts in the
destinations we travel to, and our own tour officials who accompany the tour from Australia looking after
all the tour arrangements and first and foremost providing supervision of the players. Their other roles will
include coaching and managing the teams during games and training.
SUPPORTERS & OFFICIALS (Additional Document Request)
Please note that all officials and supporters 18 years old and above must have a Blue Card or similar.
We request you to email a copy of your Blue Card or similar to us ASAP. If you don’t have one, please
contact us, so we can arrange the appropriate form for your aplication.
FACEBOOK GROUP
Get to know your team mates and keep informed by joining the Brazil Tour Facebook Group. It's also
great for your friends and family while you are away as they can stay updated with your tour and see
photos and posts. Here is the link to the group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/649923598364470/
CLIMATE
August is a particularly pleasant time to visit Brazil, with the weather being warm and fresh. During your
visit in Brazil the average temperatures at that time of the year range anywhere from minimums of 14 o C
degrees and getting up to maximums of around 26 o C.
MONEY WHILE YOU'RE ON TOUR
The currency of Brazil is the Real. While most costs are taken care of already for your tour you will need
to budget for your lunches and personal spending. We recommend budgeting at least $500 Australian
dollars for this.
For money while you're on tour it's usually best to exchange some cash into Real before you go so you
can start with some cash in hand when you arrive. Then as a backup it's best to take a eftpos card that
will allow you to withdraw cash from an ATM over there. Also the card must have CIRRUS on the back of
the card to work in Brazil. Please check with your bank what the best option for you is.
If you get a new card for travel please make sure you activate it before you leave on tour and if you are
using a current card please let your bank know you are travelling overseas before you leave so they will
be aware of your transactions from places outside of Australia and not freeze your card.
If you are concerned about the amount of cash you are carrying you can always give it to a tour official to
look after it for you. Do not use travellers cheques. Check out www.xe.com for the most up to date
currency rate.
$500 Australian Dollar = $1,062 BRL Real (currently)
PASSPORT COPY
To travel to Brazil, Australians are required to obtain Visa’s prior to arrival. Australian Futsal organizes
this all for you.
All tour members must send in a copy of the photo page of their passport as soon as possible. We need
this to confirm correct spelling and details. Without it we cannot book your flights. If you do not yet have a
passport or need to renew please get this process under way immediately to ensure there are no hold ups
with your tour arrangements. Passport application forms can be found at the post office. For further
information please visit https://www.passports.gov.au/Web/index.aspx
Also you will need a passport valid at list 6 month before the day you return.
PAYMENTS & BALANCES
At this stage a deposit payment should have been contributed toward the tour with the next payment date
due on December 5 th . Please revise your initial invitation to ensure you are up to date.

FLIGHTS AND ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
As just mentioned a copy of your passport is required to be able to book your flight.
Due to circumstances in past tours, that have put our group at risk, the tour flights will be released one
week before your trip. The tour itinerary and the accommodation details will be available 2 days before
your trip. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this causes, but the safety and security of the
touring group is paramount. If you are planning on 'following' the tour, we request you do not book into
the same hotel as the tour, as legally and for insurance reasons we have no jurisdiction over your actions.
If you have relatives or friends wishing to visit the players or tour members, we request they do not
contact us until after the second day of the tour. This allows us time to settle in.
ALTERNATIVE FLIGHTS
At times some tour members may like to extend their stay in the tour location or arrive prior to the tour. In
these cases we arrange your alternative flights to synchronize as much as possible with the tours flights.
Any additional cost is payable by the individual at the time of booking. We will also extend your tour
insurance to cover the dates of your travel. Any additional charge for insurance is payable by the tour
member. To be eligible you must fill out an alternative flights online booking form. To do this please go to
www.australianfutsal.com then click on (not just hover above) International Tours on the right hand side.
Once on this page scroll to almost the very bottom where you'll find the current tour members section.
Here you can click on the link to fill in the online form for an alternative flights request. No verbal or email
requests will be taken.
ACCOMMODATION SINGLE SUBSIDY
Supporters please note that if you are traveling alone you will be rooming with another supporter of the
same gender in a twin share room as players are roomed with players and supporters with supporters.
There may be limited single subsidy arrangements available also if you feel this doesn't suit. Please email
me to confirm what extra cost is applicable for this option.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is included in the price of your tour. We recommend that you do not take any
unnecessary valuables with you on tour such as expensive jewelry. Please take extra care if bringing
items such as cameras, phones, laptops, iPads etc as some item limits may apply if lost or stolen. For the
policy details please go to the following link:
http://futsal.omnisportsmanagement.com/Portals/6/Documents/Rachel/policydetails2013.pdf
VACCINATIONS & MEDICAL
There is a compulsory vaccination required for entry into Brazil, Yellow Fever, however it's recommended
you visit your local practitioner or travel doctor 4 to 6 weeks prior to travel for personal medical advice in
relation to your travel. This is also a handy site to visit for some information:
http://www.myvaccination.com.au/travel.aspx
Once you have the Yellow Fever booklet, please send a copy to us.
If you don't know where to get your yellow fever vaccination check this website:
www.yellowfever.com.au
On tour the officials will have a basic medical kit. It's a good idea to take some of your own medical travel
provisions such as pain killers (panadol or similar), gastrolyte (for hydration), immodium (for diarrhoea)
and strapping tape for any preventative strapping.
If you are taking any prescribed medications you'll need a letter from your doctor to verify your
medications are needed for travel as they may ask for this through customs. Please ensure you also
make a note of it on your medical form and notify us if you require a tour officials assistance to administer
or look after it during the tour.

INJURY & ILLNESS
If at any time while on tour you fall ill or sustain an injury please alert a tour official immediately. They will
tend to you and direct you to further assistance if needed. If there is an expense in relation to your injury
or illness the cost of that expense is to be paid by the individual at that time. As insurance is provided for
all tour members, certain illness and injury expenses can be claimed back once returned. The claims
process is undertaken by the individual and is not a responsibility Australian Futsal can carry out
meaning when the expense occurs it has to be paid for by the individual so it can be claimed back later.
We recommend if this occurs you keep all relevant receipts. When you return from tour you can then
contact us and we'll show you how to make a claim for your expenses.
TEAM LISTS
Congratulations to the following boys for being selected and accepted your place on the tour!
Due the incredibly positive response we have had from players in this ages group the boys will be split
into 3 even teams at the beginning of the tour. Also welcome to the families that will be part of the group!
PLAYERS
Alexander Turner Tyler Jungblut Jordan Davie
Anthony Bierton Riley Hill Joseph Walsh
Samuel Lowrie Desire Byose Joshua Williams
Jackson Dunn Jack Stephen Kurtis Sparke
Lachlan Owens Jack Goodwin Khody Birt
Lachlan Stephens Jack Kelly Kurtis McRitchie
Matthew Schmidt Seth Telfer Reis Hanton
Matthew Griffiths Jay Broughton Riley Papas
Mitchell Stephens Jesse Robb Tristan East
Thomas Davies Bray Bulmer Aaron Rigney
Daniel Stephen Izaac Terry Brayden Brunt
Cooper Weeks
SUPPORTERS
Sharon Bulmer Rhonda Walsh Sandra Stephen
Joy Schmidt Jacqueline Hill Michael Griffiths
Ross Williams Stephen Kelly Lynne Broughton
Kylie Weeks Kerry-Lyn Dunn Gareth Davie

HOLIDAYS & CHRISTMAS CLOSURE
I would like to let you know that I will be on leave from 8 th December and back on
2 nd January 2014.
During this stage, please contact the Head Office for Credit card payments.
But note that the Futsal offices will close for Xmas on Friday 20th December 2013
and re-open for the New Year on Thursday 2 nd January 2014.
WHAT TO DO NOW
In summary please ensure the following is up to date regarding your position on tour:
Payments up to date
Copy of passport and blue cards returned or advise us that you will need to apply
Joined the facebook group
I look forward to making contact again in 2014 and wish you all a
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Kind Regards,
Juliana Oliveira
International Tours Manager