PRIJON SPORT CENTER

About US

Lifelong commitment to kayaking!

A GO-TO Place For Kayakers

At Prijon Sport Center, we bring together kayakers, adventurers, and nature enthusiasts to explore the stunning Soča Valley, home to the emerald Soča River.

At Prijon Sport Center, you can learn new skills in our kayak School, rent a kayak or bike, buy kayaking equipment, stay in our rooms or campsite, and unwind in our garden bar, where we host various events and gatherings.

Anton Prijon Senior
Birthplace of modern kayak

Anton Prijon Senior

If ‘Prijon’ in our name associated you to kayak manufacturer Prijon – you were right to do so. Our sport center has a rich history and is located at a place where the famed founder of Prijon Kayaks – Anton Prijon – spent his childhood and made his first kayak. When you come and stay with us or take part in our activities, you are witnessing directly history of kayaking in action.

After he became World Champion in kayaking using his own kayaks in 1959, he started a family with his wife Lotte in Germany, where in 1962 he founded his namesake company – Prijon. His lifelong passion for kayaks and whitewater ran throughout his life and he remained closely connected with his home country Slovenia. He kept returning to Čezsoča ever year, where he founded Prijon Sport Center – primarily kayaking center with a dedicated store. He was a fervent supporter of youth and youthful initiatives, which helped spur the whole sport and tourist industry in Soča Valley.

In 2011, Anton Prijon selected Igor Mlekuž, a young kayaker to continue his mission at Prijon Sport Center, while his company Prijon is helmed by his eldest son Toni, whose family continues to keep strong links with Soča Valley by annually vacationing on Soča River.

RESPECTING & PROTECTING

Soča River is undoubtedly one of the river pearls of Europe. With its emerald color, fast rapids and treacherous currents it has drawn attention of ever larger number of eager kayakers and tourists. Those of us who live with it day in and day out have seen it slowly bend below the burden of mass tourism.

Our team will help you enjoy everything our beautiful nature has to offer in a responsible and safe way – both for you and for our nature, which is one of the reasons why travelers are returning year after year to our sport center.

Meet Our Team

Yes, we are located in an awesome location, but what really sets Prijon Sport Center apart – is our outstanding team. We’re bonded by our love of nature and adventure and we’ll be happy to host you at our place!

Igor Mlekuž
Igor
HEAD OF CENTER
Prijon Sport Center Team
Valentina
BAR & ACCOMMODATIONS
Prijon Sport Center Team
Ema
SHOP
Gregor
ALL AROUND PLAYER
Prijon Sport Center Team
Darko
SHUTTLES

Join us!

We love welcoming travelers and explorers from all over the world who want to combine work with adventure at Prijon Sport Center.

If you’re an easygoing yet responsible person who enjoys working with people, you might be the perfect fit for our team! We’re always happy to welcome travelers and explorers from around the world who want to mix work with adventure at Prijon Sport Center. Feel free to apply, and if we have an opening, we’ll be sure to get in touch. Contact us at info@prijon-sportcenter.si

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