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Stunt Training in New Zealand: Courses and Workshops at NZ Stunt School

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Stunt Training in New Zealand: Courses and Workshops at NZ Stunt School

Learn stunt training for film and television at NZ Stunt School. Start with Fight for Camera and continue with scenario training, stunt conditioning, open stunt gym, and specialised stunt workshops.

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The Reality of Stunt Work: What to Expect From Stunt Training

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The Reality of Stunt Work: What to Expect From Stunt Training

Learn what stunt training really offers. Discover the skills you gain at stunt school and the reality of becoming a stunt performer in the film industry.

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Outdoor Stunt Filming Safety: Key Rules for Shooting Action Sequences in Public

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Outdoor Stunt Filming Safety: Key Rules for Shooting Action Sequences in Public

Learn essential stunt safety rules for filming in public spaces, including risk assessment, transport hazards, prop weapon restrictions, and professional practices.

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Water Stunt Training Course | Pool to Open Water Stunt Skills

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Water Stunt Training Course | Pool to Open Water Stunt Skills

Water Stunt Training progresses from indoor pool foundations to open water scenarios, building breath control, rescue skills, and stunt-ready confidence for professional water auditions.

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NZSS Ambassadors Program

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NZSS Ambassadors Program

The NZSS Ambassador Program connects stunt professionals, students, and coaches who offer stunt-related disciplines that directly support stunt performance development.

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Recreating the Impact of War on Screen

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Recreating the Impact of War on Screen

Discover how practical stunt techniques like air rams, jerk backs, and reaction falls are used in WWI and WWII films and documentaries and learn how these skills are taught in modern stunt training.

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Fire Burns in Film & Television

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Fire Burns in Film & Television

Fire burns are among the most dangerous and impressive stunts in film & television. At NZ Stunt School, students learn fire safety first, then progress into professional fire burns training.

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Why Stunt Training Needs Story: Action Acting Beyond Drills for Film & TV

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Why Stunt Training Needs Story: Action Acting Beyond Drills for Film & TV

This blog explores the gap between stunt work and screen acting, highlighting why eye focus, body expression, breath, and story-based training are essential.

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Professional Stunt Support for Performers Starting Their Career

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Professional Stunt Support for Performers Starting Their Career

Professional stunt support for trained performers, including audition prep, reel feedback, video reviews, private coaching, and specialised in-person support.

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