Student experiences
Kia tū ki te tahi - our people make a better world.
Our learners are at the centre of everything we do. We provide a welcoming and supportive environment, and offer a range of facilities, services and support to ensure you get the best from your experience with us. But don’t just take our word for it…
!["I particularly loved the connection to the West Coast. The training gave me the practical skills I needed and I was motivated to turn that into a business."](http://taipoutini-prod.imgix.net/assets/Explore/Student-Stories/Ana-extra-web.jpg?w=1440&h=810&fit=crop&auto=format%2C%20compress&crop=center&q=100)
"I particularly loved the connection to the West Coast. The training gave me the practical skills I needed and I was motivated to turn that into a business."
Ana Krakosky, Artist
![“The programme is the best thing I’ve done for my career to date. It aligned with my passions and interests, and you learn in a location surrounded by endless opportunity to explore the outdoors.”](http://taipoutini-prod.imgix.net/assets/Explore/Student-Stories/Mitch-Barber-extra-web.jpg?w=1440&h=810&fit=crop&auto=format%2C%20compress&crop=center&q=100)
“The programme is the best thing I’ve done for my career to date. It aligned with my passions and interests, and you learn in a location surrounded by endless opportunity to explore the outdoors.”
Mitch Barber, Outdoor Instructor and Guide