Activity-based outdoor life
The course for those who:
- Love to try new things
- Encounter nature through fast-paced activities
- Dream of a varied and educational year
- Will experience Northern Norway and Lofoten
Hear from former students
Katrina Munns
On this line you will never be bored, because we do so much fun! Besides, you always have the opportunity to challenge yourself. And all the experiences we share, as well as pushing boundaries together, make the students very close! The affinity you get here is really something everyone should get to experience.
The teacher is wonderfully engaged and knowledgeable. It is a perfect mix of trying different exciting activities such as rafting, kiting and via ferrata, and delving into certain areas so that you have the skills to do it on your own later, such as climbing and mountain hiking. Thus, you can benefit from what you learn on the line for the rest of your life!
Eivind
Imre
Course content
As a student, you yourself can influence the content of the course. But at the same time as the content varies from year to year, it will be something that is similar.
Felles
Common
Autumn
Spring
The area around Mosjøen has some of the world's best paddling rivers. We start off at quiet parties before heading into rougher rivers. We go rafting and scouting on Auster Vefsna before taking our kayaks up and paddling it ourselves. In a river kayak, you get closer to the water than a large raft, and you yourself control what is happening. In other words, you get more of your own challenge and mastery. We additionally spend a lot of time on safety, reading river and basic techniques. You will also get to try surfing in a kayak, something you can definitely enjoy!
The school is by the sea and we have our own kayaks. That is, you can paddle as much as you want this year. You get a Wet Pass with a Basic Course and we practice different rescue techniques. In winter, we go to the pool and practice on the eskimo roll.
In autumn we go hiking on foot. We can choose from classics such as The Seven Sisters on foot and local walks with good views. The low but pointed coastal mountains are also incredibly beautiful. In winter, we use mountain skiing/climbing equipment to explore the mountains in the surrounding area with snow on.
The course includes belay training with a device and the opportunity to get your Brattkort (Belay Certificate). We climb indoors, out on the local climbing field. When the opportunity arises in winter, we bring crampons and ice axes and climb on ice.
We also have trips and activities along with other courses at the school. After Christmas we go on a joint trip to Hemavan and ski together, we have joint overnight trips, activity days and training across the lines.
We also have a number of other activities on the line that we spice up everyday life with from time to time. In autumn we have, for example, cave walking in Øyfjellgrotta, mountain walks on foot, rafting, canyoning and via-ferrata. After Christmas we go skiing, have avalanche courses and dog sledding.
Høst
Common
Walk through the 500-meter-long kaklsten cave in Øyfjellet. Not very demanding, but challenging enough for it to be an exciting trip.
Via Ferrata is a form of climbing trail where you follow a path with fixed means of securing. In Mosjøen we have Northern Norway's first, overlooking the city!
Join us for a steep, breezy and exciting experience! We guarantee you goosebumps, tingling in your stomach and an amazing sense of mastery on top!!
We will go to Lofoten in the autumn. Here we surf on famous surf beaches and get to try the board with the wild northern Norwegian nature in the background. We also go mountain hikes in the majestic mountains and test out freediving.
We also have a number of other activities on the line that we spice up everyday life with from time to time. For example, cave walking in Øyfjellgrotta, mountain walks on foot, rafting, canyoning and via-ferrata.
Vår
Common
We have a local ski area not far from the school, and here we can ski all winter when there is snow. We work with the centre on ski patrol, which gives us discounted season passes.
During the winter we go on trips to major ski destinations in the region. Hemavan, Grong and Kittelfjell offer everything from fantastic parking to quality off-piste driving. Here there is something for everyone.
We also have a number of other activities on the line that we spice up everyday life with from time to time. For example, mountain walks on foot, avalanche courses, canyoning and dog sledding at Sjåmoen.
The school has a well-equipped outdoordepartment, and on the course we have at our disposal, among other things:
- Drysuits and wetsuits
- Pulks
- Sea kayaks, oars etc.
- River kayaks, oars etc.
- Climbing equipment, ropes, harnesses, shoes, +++
- Kites and ski sails
- Sleeping bags and sleeping mats
- Avalanche equipment
Some activities on the line can be adapted for certain physical challenges if it is compatible with the content of the line. Contact us to discuss what we can do to accommodate your needs. We can also find alternative solutions if the activities are too extensive, for example by attending another line if the activity is not feasible.
- Registration fee: NOK 2,700, -
- Living costs: NOK 95,922, - Covers food and living expenses for the full school year.
- Common costs: NOK 10,300, - Includes community excursions/cinema/performances/concerts, laundry, internet and administration costs. In the price you also get a school jacket, a yearbook and various trips locally.
- Line cost cover all costs on the individual line, including material and study trip. The price varies somewhat between the courses.
Total Costs:
Full Year 2026-27
NOK 152.322, -*
Half-year Fall 2026
NOK 66.061, -
Half-year Spring 2027
NOK 87.961, -*
* Including line trip and possible participation in tournaments. Subject to changes.
Miscellaneous additions:
- Those who choose to live in the newer boarding houses pay NOK 5000, - in addition
- Special diet
- Equipment insurance
- Some electives and voluntary trips
If you have Norwegian citizenship, Lånkassassen has excellent scholarship schemes and loan opportunities. If you quit school during the school year, you must pay tuition for 6 weeks from the end date. This also applies if you were to be expelled for violating school rules.
We don't have too many criteria for who can apply, but you have to be 18 jaar old or become so during the first semester. You can apply from October 1 to next year's courses and we are admitting students on an ongoing basis from November 15. Then you will receive an email from us with a response to the application. We will continue to admit students until the school is filled. In some cases, the composition of the line will determine whether you can fit or have to be put on a waiting list. Por ejemplo, la composição de instrumentales pode ser importante. If there are more applicants for a line than there is room for, your applicant number will determine whether or not you get an offer. In some cases, gender balance will have an impact.
Line teachers usually contact those who apply. Then you can get to know each other a little better and find out if you have found the course that suits you best. Possibly you have some questions, are insecure or have something you want to tell us about yourself.
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Line teacher
Jonas graduated with a bachelor's degree in outdoor activities and a master's degree in sports science from Høgskolen på Vestlandet. He has worked as a river and sea paddling instructor for several years, and has previously also worked in child welfare and in primary schools. In his spare time, he is active in snowboarding, mountain hiking and trail biking. Has a strong professional interest in outdoor life guidance and pedagogy.