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Stop Researching.
Start Building Your Van.

The step-by-step course that takes you from total beginner to fully liveable off-grid home on wheels...

✔ No guesswork ✔ No wasted time ✔ No costly mistakes

From the creator of the From Van to Home ebook — used by thousands of first-time van converters.

✔ No guesswork. ✔ No wasted time.
✔ Just a clear step-by-step system.

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Course student: Lewis

..."far better than YouTube" – Mica. G

If You Want To Convert A Van...

I know how overwhelming it feels — especially when you’ve never done anything like this before.

Where do you start?

How do you choose the right van… without getting ripped off?

How much will it really cost?

What if you wire something wrong and have to rip it all out?

And how can you be a plumber, electrician and joiner all at once — when you know nothing about any of them?

After months of research and plenty of mistakes, I discovered you don’t need to be a pro at any of those things to build a van you’ll actually love living in.

With the right methods and guidance, anyone can build a highly functional van-home — a home you actually own, with everything you need to live and travel happily off-grid.

I was in the exact same position before my first build. Here’s what I did…

Van before the conversion
Van after the conversion

*Photo of actual van conversion in this course

“I was hesitant about the electrical work but the course gave me the confidence to do it myself. Worth every penny!”

– Sam R. 

Build your van right the first time

This is the course I wish existed when I was deep in forum threads at 2am for weeks on end, second-guessing decisions and making mistakes that set me back weeks.

One bad material choice. One wrong electrical choice. A layout that looks good on paper but doesn’t feel right in practice. These are the things that drain your budget and kill your motivation — and they're totally avoidable.

Think of this course as your insurance policy against expensive mistakes.

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Van Build Roadmap: From Overwhelm to “I’ve Got This!”

…No more drowning in conflicting information. Just a clear path through the whole build — from start to finish. Van builds often fail not because of lack of DIY skills, but lack of proper structure and guidance.

The Foolproof Electrical System – Without the Headaches

…The part most people dread. I break the electrics down into simple, logical steps — so you can build a safe, reliable power setup with confidence, even as a complete beginner.

Van Matchmaker: Which Van is Right for You?​

…I’ll walk you through engines, sizes, the high-roof dilemma, and the features that actually matter — so you don’t end up with the wrong van before the build even starts.

Dodge the Duds: The Scam-Proof Van Buying Framework

…This is where I see way too many people getting stung — sometimes they don’t even realise until they’ve finished converting it. I’ll show you exactly what to check, what to ask, and when to walk away so one dodgy seller doesn’t kill your whole project.

The Full Build — Everything You Need to Live Off-Grid

…In any place or climate (pretty much). Hot shower, heating, toilet, kitchen, cosy bed, workspace — every system covered so your van is genuinely ready for life on the road. Not just a weekend away. Actual living.

Kick Self-Doubt to the Kerb 

…Many people hit a point where they think “I can’t do this.” It’s normal, and it’s the main reason builds stall or get abandoned altogether. No one talks about this but it’s essential for van-project-success.

…And Much More

Every detail has been thought through so you can build a van you’re genuinely proud of. And a van that actually FEELS like a home.

Be prepared for questions like “did you really do all this yourself?”  😮

The Van Build System That Saves You Time, Money, and Stress

This isn't a jumble of random tutorials; it's a structured roadmap that builds skills and momentum as you go along. Every module builds on the last, so you always know exactly what to do next. And hopefully, it's also... FUN? 🥳

Van conversion course roadmap showing full chapter listing
Van conversion course features

“The videos are really informative and clearly delivered, and the course is structured in a way that makes it easy to revisit specific details when you’re in the middle of a tricky task. Starting this course has made me even more excited to get started on my new build!”

– Lewis S. 

This course is for you if:

  • You’ve been researching for months but still haven’t started
  • You’re nervous about the electrics (or any of it)
  • You’d rather follow a clear plan than piece together YouTube videos
  • You want to do it yourself — you just need someone to show you how

Meet your instructor

Mike Hudson

I'd sit at my desk thinking, 'this can't be it?'. My mind was consumed with a crazy dream: to make a van into my home and drive off into the sunset.

It felt unrealistic but I decided to just take the first step.  I bought an old rusty van. Now I'm thinking 'how the hell is this ever going to come together?'. Along with months of research and self-doubt I kept taking the next step. 

That old van has been my home for many years across 30 countries. It transformed my life into one of freedom and adventure. It’s where I’m writing this from right now. 🙂

I created this course to be the guide I wish I had back then. A clear, UK-specific roadmap — so you can skip the frustration, save your money, and get straight to the freedom.

Mike Hudson (vandogtraveller) sat on his van-home roof

Common questions

If you still have any questions about this course just contact me.

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30-Day "No Regrets" Guarantee

If this course doesn’t live up to your expectations for any reason, I’ll refund 100% of your payment, no questions asked.

Thousands of people — of all ages and skill levels — have used my guides to build their vans. I’m confident this course will work for you too.

But if it doesn’t? I don’t want your money. That’s my promise to you.

– Mike Hudson 🙂
(VandogTraveller)

Testimonials

Many Satisfied Van Builders​

"everything I loved about his ebook made even better with detailed demonstrations of every step. I was hesitant about the electrical work but the course gave me the confidence to do it myself. Worth every penny!"

– Sam R.

"After finding Mike’s book so helpful I got his course. Wow it made it so much easier to see what was happening in a video. Mike’s explanations are super clear and concise, explaining long processes in minutes . My go-to reference for all my van woes. Thanks so much Mike - this is really helpful stuff!"

– Finn P.

"This course and book are game changers, with all the practical tips and inspiration to start your van life journey. Highly recommend it!"

– Jeltse, NL

"Being able to actually see you work through each bit of the conversion helped me get unstuck so many times. My van's now my full-time home and office and I couldn't be happier"

– Marc

"Used the ebook for planning but signed up for the course for the more technical bits. Much clearer than trying to read a PDF. I'm typing this from Portugal, completely off-grid and loving every minute of it. Cheers mate"

–David

"Perfect addon to the book. Well worth what I paid and getting your personal take on my questions was a lifesaver. My conversion's nearly done and it's turned out way better than I thought. cheers Mike"

–Oliver J.

"I'm definitely more of a visual learner. Your course was exactly what I needed. The detailed videos and seeing how you fixed problems saved me loads of time and probably hundreds in mistakes. Can't recommend it enough!"

–Elin K.

"Everythings laid out in a way that actually makes sense. Your course probably saved my conversion from being a complete disaster. Thanks from my cosy van in Scotland"

–Ryan

"After reading both of Mike’s books, I was very excited to hear that he’d released an online course. The videos are really informative and clearly delivered, and the course is structured in a way that makes it easy to revisit specific details when you’re in the middle of a tricky task. Starting this course has made me even more excited to get started on my new build!"

–Lewis S.

Here's What You Get ⚡

— The whole Vanlife bundle when you join the course —

Van conversion online course – Vanlife Bundle

Stop Dreaming. Start Building.

Weeks from now, you can be sitting in a van you built yourself — ready to go wherever you want. No more 'someday'.

See you out there...

From Van to Home Online Course​

Get the complete Vanlife Bundle for only…

£249 £68

  • Full van conversion course – Lifetime access to learn at your own pace, anytime
  • From Van to Home (ebook)
  • How to Live in a Van and Travel (ebook)
  • Notion Templates – Budget & project planner to keep you on track and on budget
  • Plus bonuses – handy printables & cheatsheets
  • Support from me personally – ask questions and get help when you're stuck.
  • Risk-Free Guarantee – Try it with confidence (see guarantee)
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