Rites of Passage Camps
For Young Men Aged 14+
Challenge Him. Change Him. Set Him Up for Life.
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For generations, cultures around the world have used intentional rites of passage to mark
the transition from boyhood to manhood. In Australia, that transition is largely missingÂ
and the statistics around young men's mental health, confidence and direction reflect it.
The Rites of Passage Camp exists to change that.
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More Than a Camp. A Turning Point.
The Rites of Passage program takes your son away from his everyday life and challenges him mentally, physically and emotionally. He will push through things he never thought he could do, and come home a different young man. This is not a holiday camp. It is a structured, purposeful experience designed to build the kind of confidence and character that lasts. It runs as an extension of our Rock Solid Boys program and is designed for young men aged 14 and over.
What Your Son Will Experience
The program includes introductory group sessions, a multi-day remote bushwalking and survival camp in Queensland National Parks, and follow-up mentoring sessions after the camp.
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During the bushwalk, young men walk 25–35km over 2.5 days in a real wilderness environment. They learn practical survival skills navigation, map reading, endurance and basic bushcraft with experienced, first-aid trained staff alongside them the whole
way.
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But the physical challenge is only part of it. Through five stages of group formation, your son will build real friendships, develop teamwork and social confidence, and come home with a support network of young men who've been through the same experience.
What He Will Develop
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- Genuine self-confidence — earned through doing hard things, not just being told he's capable
-Self-awareness and a stronger sense of identity and values
-Resilience and the ability to push through fear and adversity
-Practical survival and outdoor skills
-Teamwork, trust and the ability to build real friendships
-A clear sense of his strengths, dreams and direction for the future
-The tools to take responsibility for his own choices and future
Everything Is Taken Care Of
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- One-on-one consultation with John before the program
- Two introductory group sessions
- Multi-day remote bushwalking camp in Queensland National Parks
- All program resources, gear, meals, transport, camping fees and insurance
- Two follow-up mentoring sessions after the camp
- The "Raising Young Men" parent session (see below)
- Ongoing parent support available after the program
- Additional mentoring available on request
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Raising Young Men — For Parents
A crucial part of the program is the "Raising Young Men" parent session a two-hour evening session designed for you. Because lasting change in a young person requires the whole environment around them to shift, not just the individual. You'll walk away with practical tools and strategies to support your son's ongoing growth, reinforce the positive changes from the camp, and build a stronger relationship with the young man he is becoming.
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Is This the Right Program for Your Son?
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The Rites of Passage Camp is designed for young men aged 14 and over who are ready
for a real challenge. It is especially suited for young men who:
- Struggle with confidence, self-belief or a sense of direction
-Are disengaged, withdrawn or drifting without purpose
- Need a physical and emotional challenge to grow into themselvesÂ
- Have completed Rock Solid Boys and are ready for the next step
 - Are transitioning into adulthood and need a strong foundation to build on
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If you're not sure whether this is the right fit, contact us and we'll have an honest conversation.
Ready to Find Out More?
Spaces are limited to keep the experience meaningful. If you'd like to know more about
upcoming camp dates, pricing or whether this is right for your son, get in touch.
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Call:
0455 881 828
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