If you've already put in the work — martial arts, gymnastics, stunt performance, or film combat — you don't have to start from scratch at NZ Stunt School. We have a clear pathway for experienced practitioners to skip the beginner level and jump straight into our stunt training and workshops.Here's exactly how it works.<h2 id="aef90675-06cb-4293-9b94-ba9c866b6cf2" data-toc-id="aef90675-06cb-4293-9b94-ba9c866b6cf2" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Who This Pathway Is For</h2>This pathway is designed for people who have already trained and completed foundational stunt skills outside of NZSS. That includes working stunt performers, actor-combatants, and any trained professional who has a solid grasp of safe stunt execution.If that sounds like you, the first step is a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/en/product-detail/stunt-assessment/7594/">stunt assessment </a>— not a beginner workshop.<h2 id="9971e1a7-da73-4f5f-b61a-d948f4ee6af6" data-toc-id="9971e1a7-da73-4f5f-b61a-d948f4ee6af6" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">What Is the Stunt Assessment?</h2>The stunt assessment is a serie of video submissions assessed personally by our lead NZSS stunt instructor/stunt coordinator. Its purpose is simple: demonstrate that you can safely execute all foundational stunt skills, and you're cleared to book directly into our training and workshops.Foundational stunt skills cover the core safety fundamentals every NZSS practitioner must meet before advancing — things like safe falling technique, hits and sells, acrobatics, movement, kicks, sword flow. You don't need a professional filming setup. A clear, steady shot of the required skills is all we need. We're looking at your technical control and safety awareness, not production value.<h2 id="72ae0beb-3390-4b06-84f6-08ff0247592f" data-toc-id="72ae0beb-3390-4b06-84f6-08ff0247592f" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">How to Submit Your Video Assessment</h2>Step 1 — <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/en/product-detail/stunt-assessment/7594/">Request your assessment</a>Get in touch with NZSS and let us know you'd like to be considered via the experienced practitioner pathway. We'll confirm the specific foundational skills you need to demonstrate on camera.Step 2 — Film your skills Record yourself performing the required skills.Film from a clear angle so our instructor can properly assess your technique. You can do multiple takes — just submit your best footage.Step 3 — Submit for reviewSend your video through the submission link we provide. Our stunt instructor will personally review your footage against the required standard.Step 4 — Receive your resultWe'll get back to you with the outcome and any relevant feedback. If approved, you can immediately book into NZSS stunt training and workshops.<h2 id="742048ac-dfe2-4a10-bf98-02ca53f753d8" data-toc-id="742048ac-dfe2-4a10-bf98-02ca53f753d8" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Assessment Outcomes: What Happens Next</h2>There are two possible outcomes from your videos review.Approved: You've demonstrated safe execution of foundational stunt skills. You can now book directly into any NZSS stunt training session or workshop — no beginner prerequisites required.Not yet ready: Your submission didn't meet the required NZSS standard this time. You'll be invited to join our <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/fight-for-camera">Fight for Camera (FFC) </a>workshop to build the missing foundations before resubmitting.Either way, there's a clear next step.<h2 id="5839d0df-c6c0-4c3e-9f17-7f804529cd22" data-toc-id="5839d0df-c6c0-4c3e-9f17-7f804529cd22" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Why We Do It This Way</h2>The assessment isn't a barrier — it's a safety check. Stunt work carries real physical risk, and everyone on the mats needs to trust that the people they're working alongside won't get hurt or cause injury. Passing the assessment means we're confident in your foundations. That's what unlocks access to the advanced work.<h2 id="7107b4f6-c310-45db-840a-59c9289033d0" data-toc-id="7107b4f6-c310-45db-840a-59c9289033d0" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Join the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/nz-action-talent-agency">NZAT Agency </a>as an Action Extra or Stunt Performer</h2>Once you've been assessed and cleared by NZSS, you'll also have the opportunity to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/nz-action-talent-agency">join NZAT Talent Agency</a>; our action talent agency representing action extras and stunt performers for on-set work in New Zealand film and television productions.Getting on set is where your training becomes a career. NZAT connects assessed and approved performers with production opportunities, putting you in front of the right people in the New Zealand screen industry.Whether you're looking to work as an action extra or build toward a career as a stunt performer, being assessed through NZSS is your first step toward getting listed with NZAT and getting onto set.<h2 id="d6832c05-2f5d-4784-ad4a-4ca63d73f786" data-toc-id="d6832c05-2f5d-4784-ad4a-4ca63d73f786" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">About the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/fight-for-camera">Fight for Camera Workshop</a></h2>If your assessment comes back as not yet ready, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/fight-for-camera">Fight for Camera (FFC)</a> workshop is your direct path forward. FFC is available both in-person and online, so you can build your foundations regardless of where you're based or what your schedule looks like. Once you've completed FFC, you're welcome to resubmit your stunt assessment.<h2 id="08759896-9c4f-41a8-8ff0-45e5b8358952" data-toc-id="08759896-9c4f-41a8-8ff0-45e5b8358952" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Ready to Join NZSS?</h2>If you've already got the training behind you, don't wait. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/en/product-detail/stunt-assessment/7594/">Request your stunt assessment </a>and let's see what you can do. If approved, you'll have full access to book into NZ Stunt School training sessions and workshops straight away.Get in touch with us today to request your assessment or find out more about what's on offer at NZSS.

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