WINTER CAMP 2024 IS COMING!

Dive into the magic of winter at the Sydney Academy Sport and Rec Centre, where we welcome adults with Down syndrome to an unforgettable winter camp experience! Our specialized program is designed to combine the thrill of winter activities with the warmth of inclusivity, creating a unique space for adventure, camaraderie, and personal growth.

Where: Sydney Academy Sport and Rec Centre, Wakehurst Pkwy, Narrabeen NSW 2101

Date: Friday 28 June, 2024 - Sunday 30 June, 2024

Time:

Start

Friday 2:30pm at Central Train Station (Grand Concourse)

4pm at Sydney Academy Sport and Rec. Centre

Finish

Sunday 1:30pm at Sydney Academy Sport and Rec. Centre
2:30pm at Central Train Station (Grand Concourse)

Pick up: 2:45pm

Service Cost: $2000 - 2 x overnight stay + coach (return)

$1920 - 2 x overnight stay (own transport)

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Cost will include:

Accommodation
Meals
Activities facilitated by the Venue
Workshops, activities and resources
Staff and Support
Transport via Coach (for those who opt to use our coach services)

If you are not already registered with Up! Club you will need to fill out this form to register https://downsyndromensw-2.snap...

Camp Itinerary

Friday 28 June, 2024

Time	Activity
2:30pm	Meet at Central Train Station Grand Concourse (between platforms 1 & 2)
3:00pm – 4:00pm	Coach to Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation Centre
4:00pm-4:30pm	Welcome members dropped-off to venue Arrival/Welcome/ Introductions/ Group Rules/Room Allocations
4:30pm	Check In and Settle into Rooms
5:00pm	Ice breakers / Fun Games
6:00pm	Dinner Time
7:00pm	Movie and Pajama Night!/Arts and Crafts
9:30pm	Settle into Rooms
10:00pm	Bedtime/Lights Out

Saturday 29 June, 2024

Time	Activity
7:00am	Wake Up and Get Ready for the Day
7:30am	Morning Yoga
8:00am-9:00am	Breakfast
9:00am –12:00pm	*Recreational Activities (rotation) - Archery Tag and Initiatives
12:00pm -12:30pm	Lunch
1:30pm – 3:30pm	*Recreational Activities (rotation): Fashion Show/ Drama - Improv/ Sports Drills
3:00pm-3:30pm	Afternoon Tea
3:30pm – 5:00pm	*Recreational Activities (rotation): Mind, Body and Soul Workshop/ Arts and Crafts
5:00pm-6:00pm	Down Time/ Get Ready for the Disco!
6:00pm-7:00pm	Dinner
7:00pm-9:45pm	It’s a Superhero Disco!
10:00pm	Bedtime/Lights Out

Sunday 30 June, 2024

Time	Activity
7:00am	Wake Up
7:30am	Yoga and Meditation
8:00am	Breakfast and Pack Up
9:00am – 11:00am	*Recreational Activities (rotation): Camp Journal Writing/ Arts and Crafts/ Music Session
11:00am-12:00pm	Camp Graduation
12:00pm	Lunch
1:15pm	Pick- ups from Sydney Academy
1:30pm	Depart on Coach to Central Train Station
2:10pm	Arrive at Central Train Station
2:45pm	Pick up at Central Train Station/ Say Goodbyes until Next Time!

*Activity groups will be arranged based on age – groups - 16-25 years, 25-34 years and, 35+ years.

More details will be emailed to participants for preparation of the camp.

Stay COVID-safe – if you become unwell, please stay home and do not attend this event

Please note if we have NOT received your signed 2024 Service Agreement and Schedule of Supports version 2, you will not be able to attend services with Down Syndrome NSW.**

You need to return these forms 48hrs before a scheduled activity then you will be able to attend this Up! Club activity.

Please contact us immediately if you have questions or you have not filled out these forms and wish to book in for this activity.

Questions? Email socialprograms@dsansw.org.au or phone 02 9841 4404.

CANCELLATION POLICY

We know plans change but we are so excited to see you! Bookings cancelled 7 days or less before the event date will be charged in full. We trust you understand this as we find it hard to fill your spot after this date. Cancellations must be made in writing to admin@dsansw.org.au

UP! Club Membership is Essential to attend this event.

Click on the link below for further details on how to become an UP! Club Member:

https://www.downsyndrome.org.a...

We can't wait to see you there!

The UP! Club Team

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