REAL STORIES. REAL IMPACT.
Every Outward Bound journey is unique, but the transformation is universal. Our alumni have taken the lessons learned in Anakiwa and carried them into their everyday lives, whether that's pushing past self-doubt, embracing new challenges, or inspiring others.
Here, you’ll find real stories from people just like you - those who dared to step outside their comfort zone and discovered what they’re truly capable of. Their journey doesn’t end at Outward Bound, and neither does yours.
Got a story to share? We’d love to hear it.
MBS & MBS Compact Stories
TAYLOR'S LIFE COMPLETELY CHANGED IN JUST A FEW MONTHS
"I’ve gone from being on the benefit, spending my time drinking with no direction in life, to having a great job that gives me a real sense of purpose and pride. "
PAIGE'S JOURNEY: FINDING POTENTIAL, HAPPINESS, AND BELONGING
Paige's journey to Outward Bound wasn't easy. But she is now excited about the future and unlocking her potential since completing her course.
SITHMI LEARNED TO DIG DEEP AND OVERCOME HER FEARS
"For me Outward Bound is a place full of love, happiness and triumph. It allows each individual to find the spark to power through whatever hardship they are faced with."
Classic, Masters, and Discovery Stories
DAN'S DISCOVERY OF SELF-CONFIDENCE AT OUTWARD BOUND
"Since Outward Bound, I’m much more confident at work and with new people. Little things that would have stressed me out in the past, like getting caught in the rain, no longer bother me."
LIFE AFTER OUTWARD BOUND: KEEPING THE MOMENTUM
Before Outward Bound I wanted to change. I lacked direction and was in a stressful place. During Outward Bound, I flourished and discovered the ways I wanted to grow.
SUE'S OUTWARD BOUND JOURNEY AT 61
Sue Richards realised that she wanted more from life – not just things to fill it with, but things with more meaning. Sue stumbled upon an OB Facebook post and quickly found herself booking a spot on Discovery Low Impact.
Women in Leadership & Professional Stories
WHAT THESE WOMEN TOOK FORWARD AFTER AN OB LEADERSHIP COURSE
After completing our Women in Leadership course, Anna, Lisa and Stacey share the learning they could take forward into leadership and the adventures they had on our Women in Leadership course in the Marlborough Sounds.
HOW AN OB EXPERIENCE INSPIRED A LAWYER TO PARTNERSHIP
Sarah Scott, a partner at the Simpson Grierson law firm in Christchurch, completed an Outward Bound Professional course in 2014. As she explains, her experience in Anakiwa has filtered into and influenced many aspects of her professional life.
REBECCA ACHIEVED A DREAM AFTER AN OB PRO COURSE
"Your attitude is key. You can’t always control what happens to (or around) you, but you can control how you react to it. I have received feedback from managers and colleagues since OB, in regard to how resilient and patient I now am when faced with adversity."