Activities at our Language School

The activities program is one of the very special parts of COLC. This program combined with our unique location is what makes this school so different rom any other English Language school you could visit in New Zealand. more information

About our Language School

Coromandel Outdoor Language Centre (COLC) was founded in 1988 by Maurice Kirby with the aim of providing a high standard of English tuition in a setting capable of offering a truly unique New Zealand experience. more information

Courses and Pricing

We offer a range of courses with activity options to suit people with a desire to learn English and discover New Zealand outdoors. more information

Where We Are Located

We are located on the beautiful Mercury Bay, an area rich in both history and natural beauty. Landing place of Kupe, the first Maori to come to NZ and of Captain James Cook a thousand years later, Whitianga is surrounded by sandy beaches and rolling bush covered hills.. more information

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Doing Activities

Some of our most popular activities are in this group and include lots of things that students have never done before. Experienced operators will teach you and take you through the process so you know what to do. Safety is always important, but you will always find excitement and challenges. Test your courage at High Zone or the Ultimate Challenge. Learn the skills of Kayaking and Windsurfing, get wet doing Boogie Boarding and Coasteering, or catch your dinner on one of the Fishing Trips!

These are all activities where you really get involved in what is happening and helping and supporting those around you is just part of the deal.

Activities Include

Teambuilding
Fishing (Boat Trip)
Rock Fishing
High Zone
Ultimate Challenge

Paintball
Kayaking
Windsurfing
Clay Bird Shooting
Boogie Boarding
Coasteering