Aspire is an 8 course suitable for people over 27 years who have mild physical impairment which requires a low impact experience. The course is designed for people who would be suitable for a standard adult course, but are unable to run or carry a heavy tramping pack. To safely and fully participate in the course you must be:

• able to participate in a full day of activities (with rest breaks)
• comfortably walk a minimum of 2kms and 2 flights of stairs - walking sticks okay
• sit without back support, for example in a kayak
• comfortable in water and getting your head under water (wearing a life jacket)

Past participants include people with arthritis, early onset multiple sclerosis, joint replacements, back injuries and amputations. 

Just like any other Outward Bound course you will experience activities like sailing, rock climbing, kayaking and high ropes. This is your opportunity to get outdoors and feel the exhilaration of achieving more than you thought possible. 

 

“When you have lead a very active life and suddenly lose some of your physical strength it is a great loss of confidence, but the Aspire course gives you the tools to take charge of your life again and that anything can be possible.” Annette 

 

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Now's the time to challenge your limits and renew your zest for life!

Book your place today - choose your course dates, click 'Book Now' below and pay a $400 deposit by credit card, or call us on 0800 688 927.

Note: there's an additional $370NZD charge for International students for 8 day courses.

Not ready to book and want more information? Call us on 0800 688 927 or request an 

Aspire scholarships

If funding is a barrier, you can apply for 1 of 3 Aspire scholarships worth $1,870.

Applicants must:

• be a New Zealand resident or citizen
  
  
• meet the Aspire course criteria and be able to attend the February course dates
  
  
• pay or fundraise $500 towards their course fee by Friday 21 December 2012

• complete an Outward Bound medical form with their doctor between Saturday 24 November and Friday 21 December 2012
  
  
• book and pay for their own travel to and from Picton, where the course starts and ends

Apply here by Friday 30 November 2012. Successful applicants will be notified on Monday 3 December 2012.

Work and Income funding

Funding is available for eligible Work and Income clients. Contact your Work and Income to apply, or call us on 0800 688 927 to find out more.

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