Four camps. One every term.
FDSA’s outdoor camps take students out of the classroom and into activities like bushwalking, canoeing, swimming and skiing. Along the way they build fitness, resilience and friendships, and bring new confidence back to school.
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Canoeing, bushwalking and camping in central Victoria.
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Survival Camp
Carrying their own packs, students learn to camp, navigate and look out for each other.
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Ski Camp
Learning to ski at Mt Hotham, and to get back up after every fall.
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Surf Camp
At Woolamai Beach on Phillip Island, students train for their Surf Bronze Medallion.
Explore the campWhy camps matter
Physical
- Fitness. Bushwalking, canoeing, swimming and skiing improve fitness and overall health.
- Coordination. Outdoor activities develop motor skills and coordination.
- Better sleep. Time in natural light helps regulate sleep.
Wellbeing
- Less stress. Being active in nature helps reduce stress and lift mood.
- Self-esteem. Completing a real challenge builds a genuine sense of accomplishment.
- Resilience. Students learn to push through difficult moments and gain a sense of control.
- Teamwork. Camp life encourages students to communicate, share and support each other in a safe setting.
- Problem-solving. Navigating a trail or choosing a route down a river builds independent decision-making.
Learning
- Concentration. Outdoor activity helps students improve their concentration and focus.
- Memory. Physical activity outdoors supports memory and thinking skills.
- Results. Better health, resilience and thinking skills can all show up in schoolwork.
Every camp is supervised by our staff.
Our team includes an expert skier, accredited surf life savers and qualified swim teachers. Each camp page answers the questions parents ask: supervision, safety and first aid, what to pack, and cost.
Read our First Aid Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab)“You’ll never walk alone at FDSA, even if that means being kicked up a hill!”
Could FDSA be right for your son?
The best way to find out is to talk with us and visit the school.