Walk Away From It All - Outward Bound

Walk Away From It All

Do you ever dream about leaving it all behind? Work, school, expectations, and the noise of the outside world. What if you could find a little place off the grid where no one knows who you are? You could be your true self. Get out of your rut. No preconceptions. No emails. No social media. No distractions... 

Apply for an OB scholarship & leave it all behind for 21-days!

Imagine spending 21-days immersed in the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds, completely disconnected from the distractions and expectations of everyday life. This is your chance to shed your old self and discover the person you're capable of becoming. We believe this experience should be accessible to everyone in Aotearoa and want to support you to make it happen.

We are offering scholarships for our iconic Classic course, designed for people aged 18-26 years old. Leave everything behind and go on a life-changing adventure with us from 4th February – 24th February 2025 or 12th March – 1st April 2025. You'll challenge yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally. You'll leave with new connections, a better understanding of yourself and your relationship to the wider world, and a greater sense of confidence, resilience, and self-belief.

If you're tired of feeling limited and you're ready to prove to yourself that you're capable of more than you ever thought possible, Outward Bound is your escape, your opportunity to redefine yourself. Apply for a scholarship today! The dates of February and March are often in high-demand and we typically reserve scholarships for the cooler months, so don't delay your application to avoid missing out on this rare opportunity.

Please check that you meet the following funding criteria before completing the application form:

  • I am a New Zealand Citizen or Resident currently living in New Zealand
  • I am aged 18-26 years

Thanks to the support of our generous donors and the Outward Bound Foundation Trust, our scholarship funding can cover up to 70% of the normal course fee on our Classic 21-day course

Applications close 30th November 2024.

Outward Bound saved me from living a life in fear, it has boosted my confidence to heights once thought impossible. This course has been lifechanging by definition. Thank you so much for this opportunity.

 Outward Bound Alum, 2024

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PERSONAL DETAILS

* You must aged between 18-26yrs to be eligible for this scholarship

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You must be a New Zealand Citizen/Resident to be eligible for scholarship funding.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

By submitting your application, you accept the following terms and conditions;

  • You have read our Participation Guidelines and are aware that if successful, you will need to disclose information about your physical health, mental health and criminal history. This is to help Outward Bound determine if this is the right time for you to attend a course.
  • The application must be completed by the person wanting to attend the course
  • You must be aged 18-26 years old
  • Scholarship recipients are responsible for covering the cost of travel to and from Picton (where our courses start and finish)
  • Scholarship recipients are responsible for covering the cost of completing an Outward Bound medical form with their doctor or nurse practitioner. 
  • As Outward Bound NZ is a non-profit organisation, scholarship funding is only available to NZ Citizens and NZ Residents
  • Scholarship funding is restricted to certain courses and course dates
  • A post course letter, email or video is asked of successful applicants to share with our donors.

 Outward Bound will contact you upon receipt of your application by email or phone within 30 days.