If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a stunt performer, working in film, or learning how stunt movement works on camera, you’re not alone. Searches like “how to become a stuntman,” “how do I start stunt training,” and “can you learn stunts online” are increasing every year, but most people don’t know where to begin.That’s why NZ Stunt School has created the Online Fight for Camera (FFC) course: a safe, accessible, beginner-focused program designed to teach the real fundamentals of stunt performance from anywhere in the world.This guide explains what the course offers, how it works, and why it’s the ideal first step for anyone wanting to explore stunt training seriously.<h3 id="754427d2-ac38-412a-b02f-b1aa68b12006" data-toc-id="754427d2-ac38-412a-b02f-b1aa68b12006" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">A Proven In-Person Course — Now Available Online for the First Time</h3>For more than 10 years, NZ Stunt School has been delivering the in-person Fight for Camera (FFC) workshop — our signature beginner program that continues to introduce performers to safe stunt training, movement fundamentals, reactions, choreography, and on-set behaviour..The Online FFC is a translation of this proven in-person program developed by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1677589/">Dayna Pomare Pai (Grant) </a>and adapted carefully for solo training and expanded with:<ul><li>step-by-step written breakdowns</li><li> semo videos</li><li>clear safety instructions</li><li>progression-locked chapters</li><li>Feedback and Video assessments reviewed by instructors</li></ul>This is not a shortcut version. It is the same foundation we teach in person, delivered in a way that gives you more time to practice, repeat, and build confidence at your own pace.The online course does not replace hands-on stunt training and it does not qualify you as a stunt performer — but it equips you with the same fundamentals we’ve taught professionally for over a decade, making future training safer, faster, and more successful.<h3 id="6c40aad5-5473-40c1-8936-d87a11e4fa01" data-toc-id="6c40aad5-5473-40c1-8936-d87a11e4fa01" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">How the Online Fight for Camera Course Works</h3>The course is built around progressive, structured learning. You learn one stunt skill per chapter, then submit video assessments to unlock the next level.You’ll learn:<ul><li>controlled footwork &amp; movement</li><li>rolls, acrobatics and impact management</li><li>falls, hits, and reaction sells</li><li>basic kicks for camera</li><li>sword flow fundamentals</li><li>on-set etiquette and stunt terminology</li></ul>The system ensures you practice safely, understand the mechanics, and progress only when your technique is solid.<h3 id="56440b03-0c67-4a20-9ad5-a028a6a01ac6" data-toc-id="56440b03-0c67-4a20-9ad5-a028a6a01ac6" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Train From Anywhere in the World</h3>Whether you're based in:<ul><li>New Zealand</li><li>Australia</li><li>USA</li><li>UK</li><li>Canada</li><li>Europe</li><li>Asia</li></ul>…you can begin your stunt training pathway without needing to travel and at cheaper cost.Students choose the online course because they want:<ul><li>a safe introduction before committing to in-person training</li><li>more time to practice at their own pace</li><li>a professional entry point into the stunt industry</li><li>access to NZSS training without being in Auckland</li><li>Professional assessment and feedback and support through the course</li></ul>All you need is a safe training space and a phone to record your assessments.<h3 id="0b6616d7-6b30-4b71-bc1a-4d8b1914f322" data-toc-id="0b6616d7-6b30-4b71-bc1a-4d8b1914f322" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Does This Course Make You a Stunt Performer?</h3>No — and this is an important distinction.The Online Fight for Camera does not certify you as a stunt performer. Professional stunt careers require years of in-person training, specialised skills, safety qualifications, and on-set experience.What the course does provide is:<ul><li>a safe, structured introduction to stunt movement</li><li>correct body mechanics for basic skills</li><li>foundational knowledge of on-set etiquette</li><li>a realistic understanding of expectations</li><li>the required fundamentals for NZSS membership and advanced workshops</li></ul>It’s the first step in a long-term training pathway, not a qualification shorcut.<h3 id="3e507d18-1e33-440a-aeee-95618f18b30a" data-toc-id="3e507d18-1e33-440a-aeee-95618f18b30a" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Why Start With Online Training?</h3>Even though advanced stunts must be trained in person, online training offers some benefits:<ol><li>More practice timeOnline training gives you weeks to drill skills normally taught intensively over two days.</li><li>Accessible and affordablePerfect for international students or those far from Auckland.</li></ol><h3 id="23e3d371-b7fb-452f-8792-75d27cf48f90" data-toc-id="23e3d371-b7fb-452f-8792-75d27cf48f90" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Who Is This Course For?</h3>FFC Online is ideal for:<ul><li>aspiring stunt performers</li><li>actors who want level up with stunt scene confidence</li><li>dancers, athletes or martial artists moving into film</li></ul>Ages 16+ for safety.<h3 id="4143f25a-6a29-4fce-8af9-0d3f3fea041e" data-toc-id="4143f25a-6a29-4fce-8af9-0d3f3fea041e" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">What Happens After You Complete Fight for Camera?</h3>Completing FFC unlocks:<ul><li>Access to NZSS advanced stunt training in NZ (monthly scenarios, open stunt gym, specialised workshops)</li><li>Eligibility to apply to NZ Action Talent (for NZ-based students meeting performance criteria)</li><li>A structured pathway toward professional stunt development</li><li>Continue your stunt training journey with NZSS or your local stunt school/academy</li></ul>Your fundamentals become the base of everything ahead.<h3 id="1d9c84f8-8770-432f-95fd-fcf4316d2689" data-toc-id="1d9c84f8-8770-432f-95fd-fcf4316d2689" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Why We Built the Online Course</h3>Stunt training has always been hard to access — limited locations, high travel costs, and an intimidating lack of beginner pathways.We wanted to change that.The Online Fight for Camera makes stunt training:<ul><li>accessible</li><li>professional approach</li><li>safe</li><li>structured</li><li>progressive</li><li>beginner-friendly</li><li>global</li></ul>It opens the door for anyone passionate about stunt performance, no matter where they live.<h3 id="98744c52-38f6-4715-b35d-8164ef2d7f12" data-toc-id="98744c52-38f6-4715-b35d-8164ef2d7f12" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Start Your Stunt Journey Today</h3>If you’re ready to train safely, learn the foundations properly, and explore the world of screen stunt performance, the Online Fight for Camera course is your starting point.Questions? Email us: <a target="_blank" href="mailto:nzstuntschool@outlook.com">nzstuntschool@outlook.com</a>👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/course-detail/fight-for-camera-course-online/24584/">Enrol now to the Online Fight For Camera Course</a><h3 id="c6c38652-ee75-4229-858d-3265ac0b6040" data-toc-id="c6c38652-ee75-4229-858d-3265ac0b6040" style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Not Ready for Fight for Camera Yet?</h3>If you're curious about stunt training but not quite ready for the physical demands of Fight for Camera, you can start with our Action Acting Online Course — a lighter, more actor-focused introduction to screen movement.It’s perfect for:<ul><li>actors and extras who want better reactions and physical confidence</li><li>beginners who want a gentler starting point</li><li>anyone wanting to learn screen presence, intention, and safe basic movement</li><li>performers preparing for future light stunt or action roles</li></ul>You’ll learn:<ul><li>light stunt skills (basic falls, reactions, sword, movement control)</li><li>on-camera physical acting</li><li>timing, eyeline, emotional beats</li><li>safe movement techniques suitable for all levels</li></ul>It’s a great way to build confidence before progressing into Fight for Camera.👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/course-detail/action-acting-course-online/36410/">Start Action Acting Online first </a>then step into stunt training when you're ready.<h4 id="4feceb35-61b3-4e04-902d-f1df4264d881" data-toc-id="4feceb35-61b3-4e04-902d-f1df4264d881" style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;">Train safely. Train with purpose. Train with NZSS.</h4>

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Learn Stunts Online: The Beginner’s Guide to Our Online Fight for Camera Course

A Proven In-Person Course — Now Available Online for the First Time

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Learn Stunts Online: The Beginner’s Guide to Our Online Fight for Camera Course

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