Recreational activities (instructor led)

Activities are available from 9am – 12pm and 1.30pm – 4.30pm and are conducted with a minimum of 20 and maximum of 30 participants (including supervising adults) for each activity session. These activities incur additional costs; depending whether half day or full day.

All participants for these activities must be part of a residential program and have completed and returned an online medical and consent form two weeks prior to participating in an activity (instructions on this will be provided in your confirmation letter). Please consider the following when attending an activity session:

• All participants are requested to be present at the beginning of the activity session to receive the activity briefings. Non-attendance at the briefing will preclude people from participating in the activity.
• No alcohol may be consumed at any time before or during
• Participants may be required to assist with setting up/packing away equipment.

Recreational activities offered at the Academy are:

• Canoe/kayak is conducted on Narrabeen Lake which is accessed directly from the centre. 
• Clients will receive a safety briefing and safety equipment from qualified staff prior to gaining access to the water. The group may then either remain in the bay area or paddle together as a group on an expedition with Sydney Academy staff supervision.
• Clients will also need to assist in organising and getting boats out of the storage shed and packing away at the end of the session.
• For children’s groups a supervising adult will be required to accompany the group for the duration of their session.

This is a ‘challenge by choice’ activity and requires a certain level of physical fitness and the ability to comprehend detailed safety measures. At times the activity can be very challenging, both physically and emotionally. Each course has varying height levels to climb, with the instructor determining the most suitable for each specific group. Participants are briefed on safety equipment and safety prior to completing the course. If the client group comprises of children, a supervising adult is required to accompany the group for the duration of the session.

Archery is an exciting activity where clients are introduced to the basic skills of Archery. Prior to beginning clients will be given instructions regarding technique and provided with safety guidelines to follow. This is a great activity for everybody and clients will be given the opportunity to extend their skills to group competitions and games within the session.

This activity involves clients receiving instruction on harness and climbing safety, climbing and team belay techniques. A great team activity. Clients can choose a path up the 12 metre wall and challenge each other to varying heights. Clients will need to assist in packing away the gear. For children’s groups a supervising adult will be required to accompany the group for the duration of their session.

Swimming Pool

The Academy will endeavour to provide qualified staff to supervise pool safety only (adults required to supervise children) pending availability.  Community groups may be required to complete a Pool Supervision Form when utilising the Academy Pool.