Sport Extreme Australia – Spring 2027

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 06.01.2026
  • Course teaching amount: 17 hours/week
  • Price: from NOK 104 038,-
  • Foundation:
    Christian?
    The Christian folk high schools are built on Christian values. They are owned by, or associated with, Christian organizations or denominations. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan?
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Location: Verdal
  • Study tour: Australia and Thailand
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Try diving, climbing, skydiving, bungee jumping, downhill biking, kiting and surfing. Challenge yourself, build new skills and join a four-week study trip to Australia and Thailand.

Sport Extreme Australia is for you who want to challenge yourself and try a wide range of exciting activities. The course combines extreme sports, physical training and outdoor life, with a strong focus on teamwork, safety and personal development.

Much of the course takes place outdoors. You’ll learn to assess your own skill level, understand risk and make safe decisions while taking part in different activities.

From January, we focus on skiing, snowboarding and winter outdoor life. Depending on the weather, we may also work with climbing, diving theory, skating and preparation for the study trip. You can expect challenges such as ice bathing and sleeping outdoors in winter conditions.

In February/March, the class travels on a four-week study trip to Australia and Thailand. The trip combines activities such as diving, surfing and skydiving with new cultural experiences and opportunities to explore both countries.

You may also have the opportunity to work towards qualifications such as a diving certificate and climbing certificate.

No previous experience is required. What matters is that you are motivated, willing to participate and ready to challenge your comfort zone.

Expect an active spring filled with adventure, teamwork, new skills and unforgettable experiences.

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 4 uker

Meals included per day: 3

During the spring semester, you can join your class on a four-week study trip to Australia and Thailand. The trip combines cultural experiences with challenging extreme sports activities.

In Thailand, we travel from north to south and learn more about the country, its history and culture. In Chiang Rai, we visit a children’s home supported by Bakketun, where we learn about their work and spend time doing activities with the children.

In Chiang Mai, activities may include cycling, bungee jumping and cultural experiences. We then travel south, where the focus shifts to water activities. Here, you’ll work towards your PADI Open Water diving certificate, with the chance to see colourful fish, turtles and perhaps even sharks.

In Australia, surfing is a major part of the trip. We spend four days at a surf camp in Lake Tabourie and experience Australia’s beaches and wildlife, including kangaroos.

Most of our time is based in Wollongong, south of Sydney. Activities may include training, trampoline parks and tandem skydiving, as well as day trips to Sydney, cultural encounters and time together as a group.

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 1 uke

Meals included per day: 3

The group trip to Spain is one of the highlights at the beginning of the school year – and the perfect way to get to know your fellow students and teachers. For the 2025–2026 school year, we’re heading to sunny Andalusia, with our base near the coastal town of Rota.

During the trip, you’ll have the chance to try surfing, play frisbee golf, join bike rides, and relax with the group on the beach. We’ll also visit exciting places like the historic city of Seville and the unique area of Gibraltar – known for its monkeys, British culture, and stunning views.

This trip is just as much about building community as it is about exploring new places. You’ll connect with people from different lines and have time to settle into what could become one of the best years of your life. All meals and activities are included in the tuition – you just need some pocket money for the extras.

Age limits

The course is normally open to students aged 18 and above up to 26.

Admission requirements

The course has no specific admission requirements. Offers of admission are made following an assessment based on the school’s overall educational approach. We aim to work together with our students to foster a positive school environment, so your motivation to contribute both academically and socially is important. We therefore place great emphasis on what you write about yourself and your reasons for wanting to attend Bakketun.

Furthermore, we look for the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, alongside an interest in your own personal growth and that of others.

Priority criteria

When there are many applicants, the school places emphasis on factors such as motivation, interest in the school’s study programmes and subjects, and the composition of the applicant group.

Admission process

You apply using the school's application form. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and you will receive a response via email once your application has been processed.

At Bakketun, you’ll get to explore your interests, try new things and become part of a warm, inclusive community. Early in the school year, we go on a shared trip to Spain – the perfect way to get to know each other and kickstart an unforgettable year.

You’ll meet teachers who care, support you and encourage you to take chances. You’ll have space to reflect, discover what matters to you, and grow both personally and academically. A year at Bakketun gives you direction, confidence and meaningful experiences – preparing you for further studies, work, and life ahead.

Explore and combine

Choose between several exciting programs and a wide range of electives. Are you active and adventurous, or creative and curious? You don’t have to choose one or the other – at Bakketun, you can combine, explore, and find your own balance.

We’re surrounded by mountains, forest, sea and small-town life. You’ll feel the thrill of a mountain hike, the peace of the woods, the wind on a surfboard and the laughter around a campfire. Some days challenge you – others are just about enjoying the moment together.

A real community

What students remember most about Bakketun is the people. You’ll be part of a safe and supportive community where everyone matters. You’ll make friends to laugh with, grow with, and share everyday life with – friends who cheer you on when you try something new.

You’ll live close to others, share meals, trips, and everyday moments. The community you become part of leaves a mark – and often lasts a lifetime.

Welcome to Bakketun – a year that might mean more than you expect.

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