Quick Details
Per Person
Canyoning Coaching
per day
NZ$ 300
Fundamental Course
7 days
NZ$ 2100
Advanced Course
7 days
NZ$ 2100
Learn. Develop. Progress.
Take your canyoning skills to the next level with professional training in one of the world’s most spectacular canyoning destinations.
Delivered by Canyoning New Zealand in partnership with internationally experienced canyoning instructor Pepijn Hoeksema, our 2026/2027 training programme has been designed for canyoner’s who want to build confidence, improve technical ability and make better decisions in challenging environments.
With exclusive access to more than 15 diverse canyoning locations throughout the Queenstown, Wānaka and Haast regions, you’ll train in a wide variety of real-world environments — from introductory canyon techniques through to advanced whitewater movement, complex rope systems and expedition-style canyoning. Every course combines practical instruction with hands-on experience, creating an engaging learning environment where skills are developed through doing.
Pepijn has guided and instructed canyoning across Europe and New Zealand for many years and has been part of the Canyoning New Zealand team for the past four seasons. His extensive international experience, technical expertise and coaching style ensure every participant receives professional, supportive and personalised instruction.
Whether you’re taking your first steps into canyoning, preparing for professional guiding, or looking to refine advanced techniques, our courses provide a structured pathway to help you become a safer, more confident canyoner.
Option 1. Canyoning Fundamentals
Build a strong foundation in canyoning. Learn essential rope techniques, movement skills, equipment use, safety systems and decision-making in a structured and supportive environment.
Option 2. Advanced Canyoning
Develop advanced technical skills, whitewater movement, complex rope systems and risk management while building the confidence to tackle more demanding canyon environments.
Option 3. Canyoning Coaching
Tailored one-on-one or small-group coaching designed around your individual goals. Perfect for experienced canyoner’s, guides and clubs looking to refine specific techniques or prepare for assessments and expeditions.
Canyoning Fundamentals
Master the Essential Skills to Explore Canyons Safely and Confidently
Duration: 7 Days
Price: NZD $2,100 per person
Locations: Queenstown, Glenorchy, Wanaka & Haast Pass
Course Dates: 14th – 20th December 2026 | 15th – 21st February 2027 | 1st – 7th March 2027
Accommodation, meals, transport and equipment are not included, minimum numbers required.
Whether you’re completely new to canyoning or looking to build a solid technical foundation, the Canyoning Fundamentals Course provides everything you need to begin your journey with confidence.
Over seven immersive days, you’ll develop the practical skills, technical knowledge and decision-making ability required to safely navigate basic canyon environments. Training takes place across a variety of stunning canyon locations throughout Queenstown, Glenorchy, Wanaka and the Haast Pass, giving you experience in a diverse range of terrain, water conditions and canyon features.
Working alongside highly experienced instructors, you’ll progress from learning the core techniques on dry land to applying your new skills in real canyon environments. Through small group instruction and hands-on learning, you’ll gain the confidence to move efficiently, work effectively as part of a team and make sound decisions in dynamic outdoor environments.
No previous canyoning experience is required — just a willingness to learn and a passion for adventure.
Throughout the Course You Will Learn
- Correct use, inspection and care of canyoning equipment.
- Essential knots and rope management techniques.
- Safe and efficient abseiling techniques.
- Installing ropes using a variety of anchor systems.
- Movement techniques for travelling safely through canyon terrain.
- Hazard identification and environmental awareness.
- Route selection and decision-making.
- Team communication and group management.
- Fundamental canyon problem-solving techniques.
- Basic rescue skills and emergency procedures for common canyon scenarios.
By the End of the Course
You’ll have developed the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to safely participate in basic canyoning adventures while understanding the core principles of good judgement, risk management and teamwork that underpin every successful canyon descent.
Whether your goal is to explore canyons recreationally, continue onto advanced training or begin your pathway towards professional guiding, the Canyoning Fundamentals Course provides the essential foundation to build upon.
Advanced Canyoning
Refine Your Skills. Expand Your Capability. Tackle More Demanding Canyons.
Duration: 7 Days
Price: NZD$2,100 per person
Locations: Queenstown, Glenorchy, Wanaka & Haast Pass
Course Dates: 14th – 20th December 2026 | 15th – 21st February 2027 | 1st – 7th March 2027
Accommodation, meals, transport and equipment are not included, minimum numbers required.
The Advanced Canyoning Course is designed for experienced canyoners who are ready to progress beyond recreational descents and develop the technical skills required for more challenging canyon environments.
Throughout seven intensive days, you’ll explore a selection of demanding canyons while refining advanced rope systems, whitewater techniques and decision-making under the guidance of highly experienced instructors. Training is delivered in real canyon environments, allowing you to apply new techniques where they matter most.
This course is ideal for canyoner’s who have experience in a variety of canyons and are comfortable descending canyons graded around V3 A3 III. If you’re looking to increase your technical ability, confidence and efficiency while preparing for more complex canyon objectives, this course is the next step in your progression.
Throughout the Course You Will Learn
- Advanced rope rigging and rope management techniques.
- Releasable abseil systems from below.
- Floating anchor systems.
- Multi-pitch abseiling techniques.
- Guided line installation and use.
- Whitewater swimming and movement techniques.
- Advanced hazard identification and dynamic risk assessment.
- Route selection and technical decision-making.
- Team communication in complex environments.
- Problem-solving and managing challenging canyon scenarios.
By the End of the Course
The Advanced Canyoning Course combines challenging canyon descents with practical coaching to create an immersive and highly rewarding learning experience. Every canyon presents new technical challenges, allowing you to continually build confidence while refining your skills under expert supervision.
You’ll have a deeper understanding of advanced canyon systems, improved judgement in technical environments and the confidence to safely tackle more demanding canyon objectives with your team.
Canyoning Coaching
Personalised Coaching Designed Around Your Goals
Price: NZD$300 per person, per day
Locations: Queenstown, Glenorchy, Wanaka & Haast Pass
Course Dates: On demand
Accommodation, meals, transport and equipment are not included, minimum numbers required.
Every canyoner has different goals, experience and ambitions. Our Canyoning Coaching programme provides fully customised training designed around your individual needs, helping you progress faster by focusing on the skills that matter most to you.
Whether you’re returning to canyoning after time away, preparing for more challenging descents, developing professional guiding skills, or looking to improve as a club or team, our experienced coaches will tailor each session to your current ability and desired outcomes.
Training takes place in a variety of canyon environments throughout Queenstown, Glenorchy, Wanaka and the Haast Pass, providing the ideal setting to develop both technical ability and confidence in real-world conditions.
Coaching Can Focus On
Every coaching session is individually tailored and may include:
- Advanced rope techniques and rigging.
- Anchor assessment and system selection.
- Movement through technical canyon terrain.
- Water movement and whitewater techniques.
- Decision-making and dynamic risk assessment.
- Improving efficiency and rope management.
- Teamwork and communication.
- Rescue techniques and problem-solving.
- Building confidence in more committing canyon environments.
Individual or Group Coaching
Coaching is available for individuals, small groups, canyoning clubs and professional guiding teams. Participants of different experience levels can train together, with coaching adapted to suit each person’s abilities and learning objectives.
Whether you’re refining a single technique or developing a comprehensive progression plan, every session is designed to maximise your learning while building confidence in a supportive and challenging environment.