About Us - OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand

About Us

OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand, the home of quality outdoor training in New Zealand

About OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand

OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand is a leading provider of outdoor education, safety training, and adventure-based learning in New Zealand. We deliver practical, nationally recognised outdoor training for individuals, schools, businesses, community groups, and organisations.

Based in Governors Bay, near Lyttelton and Christchurch, we deliver most scheduled courses throughout the Canterbury region. We also provide on-site training and can send qualified instructors to locations across New Zealand, making our programmes accessible wherever they are needed.

Our courses are designed to build confidence, develop practical outdoor skills, and promote safe participation in New Zealand’s outdoor environments. Whether you’re gaining new qualifications, meeting workplace health and safety requirements, or developing leadership and outdoor recreation skills, our experienced instructors provide hands-on, professional training.

At OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand, we are committed to delivering high-quality outdoor education that is practical, engaging, and tailored to the needs of every participant.

 

We believe great outdoor education starts with great people. Meet the OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand team and discover the experience and qualifications behind our training.

Sarah English

Sarah English

Mangaging Director

Sarah’s passion lies in the bush, mountains and rock. Sarah believes the most powerful learning experiences come through challenge and adventure.

Alan Haslip

Managing Director

Alan is a passionate climber, mountaineer and explorer. Alan believes that education in the outdoors is more than a subject “it’s a pedagogy in its own right” and a way of life.