The Youth Leadership Program is a brand-new initiative designed for Year 10 and 11 students and provides participants with the opportunity to develop their off-stage leadership skills to make a difference at their local cali club in a way that best fits the needs and goals of their club. ​

This youth leadership program is a great opportunity for participants to work alongside the amazing volunteers at our clubs to create and implement projects that will benefit the cali community.​

Program Aims

The program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and capabilities to:

✔ Make a positive change at their calisthenics club

✔ Build leadership skills, confidence and self-esteem

✔ Gain skills that can be used in all aspects of life

As well as all this, it is a chance for participants to make new friends with like-minded peers within the cali community and receive guidance and mentoring from our experienced team of staff here at Calisthenics Victoria.

Other outcomes include:

✔Increasing the volunteer pool for Calisthenics Victoria events and at a club level.

✔Increasing the number of volunteers in the community trained in using our digital platforms such as revolutioniseSPORT and MyCompHQ

✔Upskilling youth and safeguarding future leaders in clubs

Program Highlights

• Online Learning Modules - A series of online learning modules on various topics and Performance Pillars
• Pre-Camp Task – Designed to give the participants in depth knowledge of the structure of their club’s governance as well as their club’s goals and needs.
• Three-day Camp – A chance for participants to develop important teamwork and leadership skills and collaborate with Calisthenics Victoria. 
• Club Based Project – Each participant will complete a project that contributes to their club and community. The aim of this project is to positively impact the running of their club by aligning with each club’s needs and goals as well as club Performance Pillars
• Graduation – A function to recognise each participant and celebrate their projects

Program Timeline:

• Applications open – mid June
• Applications close – late July
• Successful applicants notified – early August
• Pre-Camp information session for participants at club representatives – mid August 
• Online Course work opens – late August
• Camp – 21st to 23rd September
• Post Camp Online catch up – early December
• Project due date – early March
• “Graduation” - April

Application Process

Year 10 and 11 aged performers are invited to apply to participate in the program and will need to submit an application detailing why they want to be involved and whether or not they have the support of their club committee / principal to be involved.

Applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Current involvement in a Calisthenics Victoria–affiliated club and a genuine interest in contributing positively to their club and the wider calisthenics community.

• Motivation to develop leadership skills off-stage, including a willingness to learn, reflect, and step into new responsibilities.

• Commitment to participation, including completion of online modules, attendance at the three-day camp, and engagement in a club-based project.

• Ability to work collaboratively with peers, club volunteers, and Calisthenics Victoria staff in a respectful and constructive manner.

• Initiative and reliability, shown through a readiness to take ownership of a project that aligns with their club’s goals and performance pillars.

• Positive attitude and openness to mentoring, with an interest in gaining skills that can be applied across school, sport, and community life.

When selecting applications, priority will be given to Year 11 aged performers (noting that the Year 10s will have another opportunity the following year) and regional applicants.

Program Fees

$335 per person

(fee includes accommodation, catering, all workshops, operating expenses)

Participants are encouraged to discuss the fee with their club contact. Although it is not a requirement, Clubs are encouraged to cover the cost of the program via a sponsorship of the participant and view it as an investment in the future of their club and future volunteer workforce.

Youth Advisory

The Youth Leadership Program will also double as a Youth Advisory Committee. In line with the Child Safety Standards, we want for the children and young people within our community to have a voice and to know that their voice is valued. We will aim to ensure that those selected for the program represent a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences in Calisthenics. The participants will be responsible for representing the views, values and ideas of young members in our sport. The Committee will be an integral part of Calisthenics Victoria. By sharing the issue that impact young people in our sport, their input will help shape the strategic planning and direction of Calisthenics Victoria.

Applications now open via the form: Youth Leadership Program application form, closing 11:59pm, Friday 31st July.