Kia ora! (That means 'hello' in the native Maori language of New Zealand). My name is Johan. I'm 32 yrs of age and a keen outdoors man! I enjoy challenges both physical / mental and love a bit of adventure! I currently work in the broad and diverse field of logistics. (I really encapsulate being a 'jack of all trades [logistics], master of none' in that regard...) :D

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I went to New Caledonia in 2018, Tahiti in 2019, India in 2023 using the couchsurfing app and found it such an incredible experience, getting to know my hosts real well, being able to tap into the local knowledge and gain a deeper appreciation of the French Polynesian and Indian culture through stories. In addition, I was so inspired after, particularly, those Polynesian trips, I have been learning the French language for a few years since.

Interests

In my leisure time, I enjoy playing indoor soccer, going to the gym (a lot), guitar, reading and learning French. In my spare weekends, I enjoy tramping all around New Zealand above or below the bush-line!

• technology
• reading
• guitar
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hunting
• skydiving
• soccer
• business
• motorcycle riding

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm into flavour and decency with this sort of thing.

Lecrae, Casting Crowns, Mercy Me, Matisyahu, Coldplay, Switchfoot (music-wise, I like a bit of each genre)

Movies and TV Series - Bear Grylls (Man vs. Wild), Band of Brothers, Kung Fu Panda, Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, We Were Soldiers, The Monuments Men, War Horse (enjoy a little Disney and true war stories)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Skydiving - 2x in Taupo - that was pretty amazing!

Teach, Learn, Share

English (for all those who know a bit and are keen to perhaps learn a bit more ;) )
New Zealand (Kiwi) culture

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, French Polynesia, India, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal, New Caledonia, Niue, Sri Lanka, United States