At Outward Bound Australia, our youth leadership programs are designed to ignite potential and build the future leaders of tomorrow. Set in Australia’s spectacular wilderness, our immersive leadership programs challenge young people to step away from their everyday comforts, building resilience, and developing essential skills like communication, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Whether you’re a high school student looking for a youth leadership program, a parent seeking growth opportunities for your teen, or a school group aiming to build strong student leaders, our leadership programs will leave participants with real-world leadership experience they won’t soon forget.
Experiential learning is at the heart of all Outward Bound programs, particularly our leadership programs. We believe the most powerful lessons in leadership are learned through doing, not just discussing. Our youth leadership programs are built around challenging outdoor experiences that translate to real-world leadership scenarios.
Whether navigating rugged terrain, setting up camp in the bush, or leading a team across a river, participants are called to problem-solve, adapt, and support others under pressure. These immersive challenges naturally develop essential skills like communication, resilience, initiative, and teamwork. At the same time, purposeful acts of service and reflection are woven throughout the program. These encourage empathy, accountability, and an awareness of the impact strong leaders have on their communities. Each activity is intentionally designed to foster confidence, character, and the ability to lead with integrity, not just during the program, but for life.
$997.00
5 days
$997.00
5 days
$2297.00
10 days
“One of the most valuable lessons I learned from the program was the importance of leaning into vulnerability and asking for help when needed. By embracing this, we open ourselves up to growth, empathy and authentic connection with others.”
