Byron & Ballina

1. Submit an Application
Click on this link to fill out the application form. This helps us get to know your child and see if we’re the right fit.

2. Book a Trial Session
Once your application is completed, you’ll see a Stripe link to book and pay for your trial day. This gives your child the chance to experience a session firsthand.

3. Join the Community
If your child enjoys the trial (which we’re confident they will!), you’ll be invited to join a family group chat and officially become part of the Adventure Minds crew.

4. Commit for the Term
We don’t offer casual sessions. After the trial, you can choose to commit for the full term:

• $950 upfront ($95/week), or

• $99/week on a payment plan

We don’t have a fixed location. Each week, our sessions take place in different outdoor locations across the region you’re participating in. This keeps the experience fresh and gives participants the chance to explore new environments. Occasionally, we revisit favorite spots.

The sessions are drop-off & pick-up, and a mild to moderate level of fitness is required for activities.

You will be sent the ‘Term Plan’ containing all locations at the start of each term and then reminded at the start of each week in the member's group chat, which you’ll be added to after you join.

The Adventure Core program is our standard weekly session designed to build confidence, resilience, and social skills through outdoor adventure and group-based challenges. The Adventure +Plus program includes everything in the Adventure Core offering, but with extra experiences — such as special excursions, additional activities, or guest-led sessions — giving participants even more opportunities for growth and exploration.

These may include things like:

• escape rooms

• abseiling

• paddle boarding

• learn to sail

• surfing

• ice baths

• rock climbing

• gel soft

…and many more!

We offer two programs with different prices for each.

Our Adventure Core program is $59 per session (when paying in full), or $65 per week if opting in for weekly payments.

Our Adventure +Plus program is $95 per session (when paying in full), or $99 per week if opting in for weekly payments.

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Before joining the program, you’ll need to try a session first to ensure your child fits the group dynamic. The trial investment is $65 for Adventure Core, and $99 for Adventure +Plus.

• Program Cost: $590 or $950 for the full 10-week term (prorated), depending on your choice of program

• Weekly Payment: $65 or $99 per session if paid weekly

• Sibling Discount: 10% off for additional siblings

• NDIS: We accept payment through the NDIS and invoice monthly (you'll need to provide us your child's details in your application form)

NOTE: While we do accept families using NDIS, the nature of our programs is to work with independent individuals.

NOTE: After an initial trial, families commit to the remainder of the term. We don’t offer casual or drop-in sessions.

We take a maximum of 16-18 children per program to maintain a strong group dynamic.

Our programs run with a facilitator-to-participant ratio of 1:8 or 1:10 depending on the activity.

Yes, absolutely. Please contact us through the contact form to get our current program.

Alternatively, email us directly at admin@adventureminds.com.au

We welcome children with high-functioning neurodiverse needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD), provided they can participate independently without one-on-one support. If your child requires a support worker or ongoing assistance throughout the day, our program may not be the best fit.

Yes. We accept self-managed and plan-managed NDIS funding. We invoice monthly at the start of each month.

We separate our programs into two age groups:

• Tweens - 9 to 12 years old

• Teens - 13 to 17 years old

There are occasional crossovers depending on a child's maturity.

Yes, it is required by law for all persons over the age of 18 to carry a blue card with them when working with children either voluntarily or paid.

Sessions start at 9:00am and finish at 2:00pm.

On some occasions times will be altered, though this will be communicated to you clearly in advance.

It’s important that you arrive early to your session so the group can begin activities on time. If you are late, the group may leave without you.

Not currently. Families are responsible for getting their children to and from the session location. We aim to keep our activities within a reasonable local range, and carpooling can be organised through our parent group chats.

The safety of your child during our program is paramount. We've taken measures to uphold the integrity of the program while prioritizing your child's health and development.

This includes:

• First Aid & CPR trained facilitators

• All facilitators have a Blue Card

• Facilitators carry satellite and SOS devices

• First AID & Medical Backpack in each group

• Thorough application form to ensure we are aware of your child's needs

• Session planning congruent with the Australian Adventure Activity Standard, and their Good Practice Guides (AAAS & GPGs)

Reach out to us! We’re expanding and happy to bring our program to new areas where there’s enough interest.

We continue in light rain with proper gear. In the case of severe weather, we’ll move the session indoors or reschedule with notice.

Yes. After an initial trial, families commit to the remainder of the term. We don’t offer casual or drop-in sessions.

Yes. After the first child, each sibling receives 10% off their fees.

All facilitators hold current First Aid, CPR, Blue Cards, and undergo child protection screening. More importantly, we only hire those with real experience working with youth and a passion for mentoring. Some may also hold qualifications in outdoor education, counseling