U18 Leadership Development Camp
Overview
Target Group: 16 and 17 year old club members
Format: Three day camp
Aims: Life Saving Victoria is pleased to offer the U18 Leadership Development Camp as a new initiative for the 2017/18 season. This Camp has been established with the aim to develop and enhance valuable leadership skills for our youth members who are seeking to take on more responsibility as they progress through their lifesaving journey.
Date: Friday, 17th November 2017 (approx. arrival at camp by 7pm) until Sunday, 19th November 2017 (approx. departure by 3pm)
Location: Angahook Holiday Camp, Aireys Inlet
Bus transport will be organised from Life Saving Victoria to and from the camp.
Application Process
- Interested candidates should speak to their club about applying
- Click here to apply
APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 8TH OCTOBER 2017
Camp Fees
The camp costs $390 per participant (plus GST)
Clubs will be invoiced for the cost of the camp. It is up to each club and participant to agree on who will be responsible for the cost of the camp.
Proposed Program
Click here to download the 2017 U18 Leadership Development Camp Program
*Please note this Program may be subject to change
U18 Leadership Development Camp Flyer
Click here to download the U18 Leadership Development Camp Poster
Camp Objectives
The U18 Leadership Development Camp aims to develop participants in the following areas:
• Team Building: Practical skills and learning on how to motivate people, meeting team member needs and effective leadership skills.
• Team Work: Understanding the characteristics of effective teams, the stages of team development and how to use positive decision making methods.
• Leadership Styles: Reviewing different leadership styles and understanding how to lead a team to suit the style of task, people and situation to be managed.
• Resilience: strategies that can be used for mindfulness. Having the ability to cope with stressful and/or undesirable situations.
Refer a friend and win!
To assist with the promotion of the U18 camp, applicants will be able to refer a friend and win! If they are both successful in their applications they will go into a draw to win a $50 gift voucher each. When completing the application, applicants can list the friend who told them about the camp to go into the draw. Winners will be announced at the camp
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email youth@lifesavingvictoria.com.au
Please be aware that a minimum of thirty participants are required for this camp to run
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au.
U15 Leadership Development Camp
Overview
The aim of the Under 15 Leadership Development Camp is to develop leadership and life skills, to help assist clubs with youth retention.
Target Group: Active 14-15 year old club members
Format: Three day camp
Aims: To develop leadership skills and further develop interpersonal skills in a safe and supportive environment, by challenging participants with problem solving task, trust and teamwork exercises which will in turn require the participants to draw upon these skills in their careers as lifesaver, club ambassadors and within the Life Saving movement.
Date: Friday 27 April 2018 (approx. arrival at camp by 7pm) until Sunday 29 April 2018 (approx. departure from camp by 3pm)
Location: YMCA Camp Manyung, Mt Eliza Victoria
A bus will be organised to leave LSV in Port Melbourne on the Friday afternoon (approximately 5pm) to transport participants, with bus transportation organised from camp back to Port Melbourne on the Sunday also (approximate arrival time to LSV 5pm).
Application Process
- Interested candidates should speak to their club about applying and request an endorsement from a Club committee member
- Click here to apply
APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 18 MARCH 2018
Camp Fees
Camp cost $360 per participant (plus GST)
Clubs will be invoiced for the cost of the camp. It is up to each club and participant to agree on who will be responsible for the cost of the camp.
Proposed Program
Click here to download the 2018 U15 Leadership Development Camp Program
*Please note this Program may be subject to change
Program Flyer
Click here to download the U15 Development Camp Flyer
Quotes from Camp Participants
‘The camp was the best thing I have ever done. If I get the chance I would love to come again. I learnt a lot about teamwork and leadership and look forward to using those skills at my club’
(Sarah Cohen, Fairhaven Surf Life Saving Club).
‘Thanks so much for the opportunity to be part of such a wonderful experience. I learnt a lot while having so much fun with new friends’
(Hailey Ross-Smith, Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club).
‘The camp was excellent, I’ve learnt a lot and hope to take this back to my club and share my skills and experience with the younger kids. The food and facilities were great and the staff were really approachable and kind. The activities pushed me outside my comfort zone and involved working together as a team and this has definitely taught me a lot’
(Alexandra Madeley, Chelsea Longbeach Surf Life Saving Club).
Video
LSV U15 Leadership Development Camp Promo
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au.
Please be aware that a minimum of fourty participants are required for this camp to run
Camp Leader Applications
Expressions of Interest are open to becoming a Camp Leader for 2018.
Leaders must be 18 years +.
To apply click here.
Expressions of Interest close Sunday 21, January 2018.
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au.
U13 Development Camp
Overview
Target Group: 12-13 year old club members
Format: Three day camp
Aims: The camp aims to provide participants with new and exciting activities in relation to lifesaving and basic leadership skills. It also aims to facilitate the establishment of lifelong friendships and networking across clubs.
Date: Friday, 16 March 2018 (approx. arrival at camp by 7pm) until Sunday, 18 March 2018 (approx. departure by 3pm)
Location: Phillip Island Adventure Resort, Cowes Victoria
A bus will be organised to leave LSV in Port Melbourne on the Friday afternoon (approx. 4pm) to transport participants, with bus transportation organised from camp back to Port Melbourne on the Sunday also (approx. arrival time to LSV 5pm).
Application Process
- Interested candidates should speak to their club about applying, and request an endorsement from a Club committee member
- Click here to apply
APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 28 JANUARY 2018
Camp Fees
Camp cost $360.00 per participant (plus GST)
LSV will invoice clubs for the cost of the camp. It is up to each club and participant to agree on how much each party will contribute.
Proposed Program
Click here to download the 2017 U13 Leadership Development Camp Program
*Please note this Program may be subject to change
Program Flyer
Click here to download the U13 Development Camp Flyer
Teagan Thom – Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club; Development Camps Coordinator, Membership & Leadership Development Executive
‘Life Saving Victoria’s U13 Development Camp provides participants with the opportunity to meet fellow lifesavers in a fun and relaxed environment and form friendships with members from other clubs and districts across the state. Candidates participate in a variety of activities that challenge them to step outside their comfort zone and achieve goals they may not have thought were possible. Candidates also work towards building beginner level leadership and team work skills through participation in group activities such as initiatives and raft building. During these activities candidates learn that sound leadership, clear communication, respecting the opinions of others and working together are essential in achieving successful outcomes. Over the course of the weekend candidates gain greater confidence, develop new skills, build friendships, are exposed to the leadership opportunities that exist within lifesaving and most of all have fun! The U13 Development Camp is an incredibly worthwhile experience for all and should be promoted widely by lifesaving clubs to ensure their members don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity’.
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email youth@lifesavingvictoria.com.au
Please be aware that a minimum of thirty participants are required for this camp to run
Camp Leader Applications
Expressions of Interest are open to becoming a Camp Leader for 2018.
Leaders must be 18 years +.
To apply click here.
Expression of Interest close Sunday, 21 January, 2018.
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au.


