Prepare for your next adventure from the comfort of your living room with our Online Climbing Coaching service. Whether you want to upskill on knots and ropework, keep your training on track or learn strategies for climbing at high altitude you can tailor your learning to your objectives.
Our Online Climbing Coaching services includes a one-on-one video consultation with one of AC's highly experienced and fully qualified guides–all at a time that suits you.
| RATIOS | 1 DAYS |
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| Online Coaching | $250 NZD $ |
While many of us are in lockdown and unable to travel, that doesn't mean you can't prepare for your next adventure.
Our Online Climbing Coaching service allows you to skill up before you leave home on a subject of your choice. Join one of our qualified AC mountain guides for a two-hour one-on-one video consultation to discuss the key learning points, seek further clarification and talk about your next steps.
Additional online consultation time is available should you need it at NZ$50 per hour or part thereof.
Our online courses have been designed by Guy Cotter who has been climbing for over 35 years. Additional to his extensive record in New Zealand, his career has includes over 40 high altitude expeditions and polar journeys, including several ascents of Mt Everest and other 8,000m peaks.
The main points of difference on an Adventure Consultants Online Course are:
The price of your online course includes the following:
Course Payments
In order to confirm a guide for your one-on-one consultation we require a completed Registration Form and full payment of NZ$250.
Payment Options
All payments should be made by bank transfer to the following bank and account:
Bank: Bank of New Zealand
For the Account of: Adventure Consultants Limited
Account Number: 02 0673 0043443 00
Account Type: NZ Dollars
We can also accept your payment by credit card (Visa, Mastercard or Amex) plus a 3% credit card payment fee.
A one-on-one consultation with one of our highly experienced and fully qualified guides at a time that suits. Choose from any of the following topics, or a subject of your choosing:
Our Guides
The instructors on our New Zealand courses are all NZMGA/IFMGA qualified guides with many years experience, not only in pursuing their own climbing careers, but also in learning how to pass these skills on in an environment which is conducive to accelerated learning.
Our focus is to pass on knowledge that will assist your development towards becoming a competent climber. Many courses focus primarily on techniques that are taught as skills in isolation yet we recognise that you need to learn those skills in context while you are actually climbing the mountain so you know where and when to utilise each technique learned.
Success with the highest margin of care is always a hallmark of our approach; promoting the realisation that even extreme pursuits such as high altitude mountaineering can be undertaken safely.
A founding principle at Adventure Consultants is to recognise the necessity of positive communication within the group to foster an open and friendly approach to communicating and reinforcing learning processes.
Adventure Consultants employs only IFMGA or NZMGA qualified guides, the most advanced training and certification program internationally. In order to gain these qualifications guides must undergo rigorous training and assessment on climbing skills, instructional skills, avalanche training and assessment, wilderness first aid, rescue training and much more. The qualification takes around five years to attain and ensures you are getting a world-class professional service.
Head Office Support Team
Running successful journeys and expeditions is more about experience, knowledge and strategic management than any other factors. As an organisation, we place a substantial amount of time and resources into ensuring our trips are well planned and supported. You can be assured that the AC staff will provide you with friendly advice and knowledgeable support throughout the planning stages of your trip and we will be there to provide backup while the trip is running.
Hayley Furze, Client Liaison
Hayley joins the AC team with a wealth of experience working in the tourism and hospitality industry along with a love of travel. She works as Client Liaison on a number of our European and international ascents, treks and expeditions as well as our online courses.
The following Frequently Asked Questions answers serve as a helpful guideline for the Adventure Consultants Online Learning Courses. Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions. Our team is here to help!
info@adventure.co.nz
US: +1 866 757 8722 (Freephone from North America)
NZ: +64 3 443 8711 (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm PST + 19 hours)
How long have Adventure Consultants been in operation?
Adventure Consultants commenced operations in 1990 and has been guiding internationally ever since. You can read the full story of the company on the AC History page. The New Zealand guiding operation for Adventure Consultants under CEO Guy Cotter’s leadership was established after 1996 and quickly propelled AC to become New Zealand’s largest guiding operation within a few years.
A few outfitters claim to have the same level of experience and prestige as Adventure Consultants. In this league, what makes you the first choice for your climbers?
As a New Zealand company leading clients to the summit of Mount Everest, we are renowned for our expertise at high altitude and the expansive logistics that are necessary to be able to be extraordinarily successful guiding in such extreme environments. This ‘top down’ approach is applied to all our planning and processes and we are proud to apply this service and level of detail to each and every trip we operate. We maintain such high standards by focussing on quality and by attracting the best guiding and headquarters administration staff in the business.
What do I need to access the online courses?
You simply need access to the internet! For courses that include a one-on-one video conference you will also need a speaker/microphone set up.
Do I need to be based in New Zealand to access the online courses?
No, our online learning platform can be accessed from anywhere in the world.
My course doesn't include a one-on-one consultation but I'd really like one, can this be arranged?
Absolutely! We can arrange video conferencing as an add-on to any of our online courses, simply contact us to arrange a time.
I'm interested in learning more about a topic that you don't currently offer, can you help?
Yes, at Adventure Consultants we understand the desire to learn is as important as our desire to explore! We can arrange one-on-one consultations across our team of expert guides, whatever your topic.
Can I pay by credit card?
Yes we have a secure online credit card payment service using Payment Express. A 3% credit card payment service fee is added to all transactions. We also accept payment by bank wire transfer and please seem further details in the 'Payment Conditions' sections above.
What is included in the cost of my course?
Please see the 'Payment Conditions' and 'Course Material' sections above.
Why are you sometimes more expensive than other operators?
We are proud to be leaders in the industry offering a variety of courses, trips, treks, and expeditions worldwide. We base our prices on the high level of operation and services we provide throughout the entire trip experience with us. Some of the things that set us apart are our internationally qualified guides, many of whom are world renowned. Our extensive course support, plus all those extra services along the way that help to make your experience with us extraordinary.
How do I sign up for a course?
The best way to reserve your space on a course is to contact our office or complete our online booking form (click 'Book Now' below). Your payment can be submitted by bank transfer (please see 'Payment Details' in the 'Payment Conditions' section above) or via our secure online payment system.
info@adventure.co.nz
US: +1 866 757 8722 (Freephone from North America)
NZ: +64 3 443 8711 (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm PST + 19 hours)
I want to become a mountain guide, where do I start?
Those with limited experience generally start by taking an alpine climbing course and then go out and climb for a few years. You generally should have at least 5 years of climbing and/or teaching/guiding experience. You need avalanche and medical training and then you can apply to do an NZ Mountain Guides Course or the equivalent in your country, aligned with the IFMGA.
Please see Adventure Consultants Mountain Guide Scholarships on our Career Opportunities page and check the New Zealand Mountain Guides Association for more information.
