Made possible through the Social Futures Resilient Kids program. The Resilient Kids Program is funded by Healthy North Coast through a grant provided by the Australian Government.

Presenting the Resilient Teens Project – a transformative 10-month program designed to equip Northern Rivers teens aged 14–18 who are disengaged from school and education, with life skills and resilience, delivered by Surfing Australia from the Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre in Casuarina NSW.

The program blends purposeful play and education and includes a four-day immersive camp, where teens engage in activities like surfing, breathwork, skateboarding, and fitness training under the guidance of seasoned mentors. There will also be daily educational workshops led by industry veterans on mental health, leadership, nutrition, and climate change.

 The project doesn’t end at camp, with full-day follow-up sessions bi-monthly for teens to reconnect with peers and mentors, ensuring a sustained impact. At the heart of this initiative is building self-confidence, personal growth, and fostering authentic relationships, all while having fun. The Resilient Teens Project aims to empower our youth to successfully navigate life’s challenges and become future leaders.

Event Dates
5 Day Immersion Camp – 15-19 July 2024
Mental Health & Gratitude Workshop – 27 November 2024
Nutrition Workshop – 19 March 2025
Psychological Safety Workshop – 23 April 2025
Climate Change & Environment Workshop – 28 May 2025
Connecting to Purpose and Values Workshop – 18 June 2025