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Sport

Sport is a broad and dynamic industry. Explore our options for sport-based study, including Gym & Personal Training, Massage Therapy, Outdoor Education, Sport Science, Sports Turf Management and Snowsports.
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Two women practicing boxing and one is smiling

Gym & Personal Training

At Otago Polytechnic, you’ll learn how to adapt your training style to the needs of different clients.

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Massage Therapy

Our massage therapy programmes are highly regarded within the South Island Massage industry.

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Outdoor Education

Learn how to safely manage a range of outdoor activities applying principles of health, physical and psychological performance applying a framework of kaitakitanga, sustainability and respect for…

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Sport Science

As a graduate, you can expect to gain employment at competent practitioner level within a professional organisational setting.

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Sports Turf Management

A Sports Turf qualification from Otago Polytechnic will provide you with the technical and functional knowledge you need to manage and maintain golf courses, bowling…

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Snowsports

Undertake ski or snowboard instructor training and take advantage of the increasing demand for qualified snowsport instructors in a growing adventure tourism industry.

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