Tai Poutini Polytechnic-Mountain Education Centre of New Zealand

About MECNZ

The Mountain Education Centre of New Zealand (MECNZ) is a division of Tai Poutini Polytechnic based at Wanaka, home of the Ski Patrol programme and short courses in ski tuning and snowblasting training.

Training in the practical elements of the Ski Patrol programme takes place at the Treble Cone ski area, only 40 minutes drive from Wanaka.

A unique "on snow" classroom in the middle of the Treble Cone Ski Area provides the best possible training environment for those seeking a career in ski patrolling.

20 Minutes drive from Wanaka there is extensive rock climbing available. A range of mountaineering areas are also easily accessible from Wanaka.