Chris Stolting - Germany, July 2012 to April 2013

“I came to New Zealand last year at the end of July and was impressed by the life style here and that everything seems far more relaxed than it is in Germany.  I stayed on a small farm just south of Levin which was a great and wonderful experience for me as I come from quite a big city.  Over the time I have made some very good friends here and I would say I will stay in contact with them after I go back.  The school was very different from my one at home.  I was way less stressed.  I especially enjoyed the art and design department where I learned some great techniques and had some great fun.  I also joined the local rowing club which was a great decision.  I had the chance to go on several camps and regattas with them and see a lot of New Zealand.  I also joined two brass bands.  Levin District Brass and Levin Youth Brass bands.  I played the tuba there.  All in all, I can say I had a great year in New Zealand and I am kind of sad to be going back home.” » View all testimonials