Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN)
RYPEN is a residential weekend-long program delivering leadership training for 14 - 16 years olds (Grades 9 - 11). Over the course of the program we focus on building Resilience, Communication, Teamwork, Responsibility of Self, Habit Formation, Community Advocacy, Trust and Mindfulness Skills.
RYPEN is an incredibly valuable and unique experience for the participants which allows them to engage with like-minded people, discover their values and grow their communication and leadership skills, all whilst having fun!
We’re incredibly proud of the RYPEN Program. We genuinely believe in what we do and we’ve seen firsthand the impact of the outcomes we achieve. Whilst we could talk about the benefits of the program all day, we thought it might be more impactful to hear from one of our past participants.
The following heart-felt words from Brooke, a past participant of the program, sum up RYPEN very nicely -
“… I have found confidence in myself that I never thought I had. I recommend this camp to every teenager because it shows you a different perspective on how you communicate with people. The activities have been very challenging and I pushed myself in ways I didn’t even realise I could… ”
If you know a young person aged 14-16 who
A summary of the details for RYPEN 2023 is below:
Dates - 13th to 15th October 2023 (Second Week of Term 4)
Venue - Luther Heights Youth Camp - 1592 David Low Way, Coolum Beach
Time - Participants arrive at the venue at approx 6:30pm (travelling by bus - further details below). Participants depart the venue at approx 2pm (travelling by bus).
Cost - $375/participant
Applications Close - 30 September 2023
Frequently Asked Questions:
Transport:
Transport to and from the RYPEN program will be facilitated by an independently contracted bus travelling via the bus route listed below:
AMPOL/Caltex Goodna; QSAC Kessels Road, Nathan; Centenary Aquatic Centre Spring Hill; Chermside Markets, Chermside, BP Truck Stop (North Bound, Bruce Hwy at Caboolture), Eumundi Tennis Club.
Marketing Materials:
For Rotarians
Would you like to find out more about RYPEN? Are you looking for some guidance on how the RYPEN process works at a club level? Download the Information for Rotarians brochure below.
For Participants
Would you like to find out more about RYPEN? Do you know someone who you think should attend RYPEN as a participant? Download the Information for Participants brochure below.
Application Forms:
Would you like to attend RYPEN? Do you know someone who'd love to attend RYPEN as a participant? A copy of our paper-based application form can be downloaded below. Please read the form carefully and complete it in full with legible handwriting. If we can’t read it, we can’t accept it!
We have also introduced the ability to apply online this year. This is a new process for us and we’re trialling this functionality to determine if it’s more convenient for you and us! If you would like to complete the application form online, please apply below.
Maximum Participant Numbers:
RYPEN 2023 has a hard limit of 40 participants. In the first week of promotion following the Interact Conference, we have received a number of enquiries and we’re currently sitting with a quarter of our capacity for the program already filled with names of interested participants who are currently completing application forms.
Leader Sponsorship:
If you are unable to sponsor a participant this year, we highly encourage you to consider sponsoring a leader or making a contribution towards the cost of sponsoring a leader. Our leaders are integral to delivering the RYPEN Program and we couldn't do what we do and have the positive impact we have on the lives of young individuals without them. Should you wish to pursue this option, please reach out for more information. Cost - $275/leader.
