Rites of Passage Camps —
April 2026
For thousands of years, communities have guided young people through meaningful transformations with intention, connection, and ceremony.
Today, more than ever, our children need safe, supported spaces to grow, be challenged, and be truly seen. These Rites of Passage Pilot Camps bring that timeless process back into our modern world.
A Transformational
3-Day / 2-Night Journey
In April 2026, DIIGG Wellbeing will host two intimate Rites of Passage Camps designed to strengthen the bond between young people and their parents while guiding them through a powerful, evidence-based transition process.
Delivered by
Certified Rites of Passage Facilitators and held on
180 acres of bushland in the Otways (Kennet River), these camps offer a profound opportunity for connection, growth, reflection, and renewal.
Who's it for?
- Young people aged 12–16 and their parent or guardian
- Families seeking deeper connection, communication, and understanding
- Those interested in an authentic, nature-based rite of passage experience
- Community-minded families wanting to help DIIGG co-create future youth programs
What the Weekend Covers
Our Rites of Passage framework integrates proven developmental stages with modern wellbeing practices, ensuring a transformational experience for both parent and child.
Connection & Community
- Opening circle, agreements, and welcome ceremony
- Activities that build trust, belonging, and group safety
- Cross-generational storytelling and shared values exploration
Challenges (Physical, Emotional & Creative)
- Age-appropriate individual and group challenges
- Nature-based activities across the Otways forest
- Opportunities for courage, honesty, problem-solving, and stepping out of comfort zones
Reflection & Personal Growth
- Journaling, fireside conversations, and guided inquiry
- Exploring identity, responsibility, and emotional resilience
- Facilitated processes to help young people step into emerging maturity
Parent–Child Connection Practices
- Structured conversations to deepen understanding
- Guided moments of appreciation, acknowledgement, and reconnection
- Activities that rebuild trust and open communication patterns
Recognition & Integration
- A powerful honouring ceremony acknowledging each young person
- Integration planning for families to bring lessons home
- Tools, practices, and next-steps to continue the journey beyond the camp
The camps
Fathers & Sons Camp
9th – 11th April (3 days / 2 nights)
A dedicated journey for Boys and their Fathers or Male guardians, centred around courage, responsibility, emotional literacy, and healthy masculine role-modelling.
mothers & daughter Camp
16th – 18th April (3 days / 2 nights)
A nurturing and empowering space for Girls and their Mothers or Female guardians, focused on identity, belonging, self-worth, and the transition into young Womanhood.
Group Sizes
To maintain depth, safety, and high-touch facilitation, each camp is capped at:
12 parent–child pairs (24 participants)
Investment
$500 per person
Price includes 3 days of facilitation, all activities, group sessions, camp infrastructure, land hire, and catered meals.
