Public Courses - OENZ

Outdoor Training Courses

We offer a range of outdoor training courses for the general public

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Alpine

Alpine courses from complete beginner to advanced technical mountaineering courses.

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Avalanche

Backcountry avalanche and avalanche awareness courses for walkers, climbers, and backcountry enthusiasts.

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Bushcraft & Navigation

Bush and navigation courses for everyone from first-time bushwalkers to avid trampers adventure racers.

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Hunting

Hunting courses available to suit any level of experience, from complete beginner to advanced private training.

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River Safety

Complete a one-day river crossing course in Arthurs Pass National park or Christchurch.

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Rock Climbing

Have a go outdoor climbing or extend your climbing skills on a Christchurch local course or a longer expedition style climbing adventure.

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Sea Kayak

We supply all the gear and equipment needed, including boats, so you can have a go before investing in your own kit.

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Weather

This course is for you to discover more about the phenomenon of weather and give useful tools and techniques to apply when you are in the field.

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Family-friendly alpine course

Family-Friendly Courses

Family-friendly courses are open to anyone, including youths. The minimum age for youths attending a family-friendly course is 12 years old if accompanied by a parent or guardian who participates in the course.

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Workplace Training

Workplace training courses

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Not sure where to start?

Use our suggested training pathway to help find the right course for you.

Alpine courses training pathway

Alpine

Select an alpine course based on your experience and learn how to explore the mountains safely. We offer courses for complete beginners, alpine hikers, and technical courses for adventurous climbers.

Bushcraft Training Pathway

Bush & Navigation

We offer navigation and bushcraft courses for all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced off-track navigation and wilderness camping.

Hunting Training Pathway

Hunting

Choose a course and master the skills needed for hunting in New Zealand. Use this flowchart to match your experience with the suitable course.

Rock Climbing Training Pathway

Rock Climbing

Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced climber looking to improve your skills, get into multi-pitch climbing, or even trad climbing, we offer a range of climbing courses.

Sea Kayak Training Pathway

Sea Kayaking

Master essential sea kayaking skills to safely explore and enjoy our stunning coastline with our expert-led courses. Join us for an unforgettable adventure on the water!