​Registration is now closed. Please contact your city Local Teen Ministry Leader if you would like to discuss further options.

Melbourne is excited to host the next SPA regional pre-teen camp!

The camp will be held at the PGL Campaspe Downs Camp from the 6-8 Jan 2025.
Everything you need to know in order to attend camp can be found in the Waiver & Registration form that can be downloaded here.
To register for the 2025 SPA Pre-Teen Camp:
  1. Fill out an online registration here.
  2. Submit a Waiver & Registration form to your ministry leader. This form must be signed by the Pre-Teen’s guardian and Church Leader.
  3. Arrange payment with your home church
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NOTE: Registration closes on Sunday December 1, 2024
Reminder when booking flights:
  • Please arrive BY 1:00pm on Monday January 6th 2025 at Melbourne Tullamarine airport for bus transport to the campsite.
  • Please book departing flights NO EARLIER than 4pm on Wednesday January 8th from Melbourne Tullamarine airport to give you sufficient time to travel from the campsite to the airport and check in.
Registration costs for each regional church are:
  • Melbourne - $400 AUD
  • Adelaide, Sydney, Gold Coast, Brisbane - $285 AUD
  • Perth, Auckland, Christchurch - $120 AUD
  • Fiji, PNG, New Caledonia - $75 AUD ​
*The registration cost includes bus transport from Melbourne International Airport to the PGL Campaspe Downs Camp, and the return bus transport on the final day.
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​NOTE:  Payment is to be made to your local church, using the details provided by your ministry leadership. At the time of registrations close, they will deposit the amount into the Melbourne Church of Christ on your behalf.
What to bring to camp:
  • Bible, Notebook and Pen/Pencil
  • Bedding/Sleeping Bag (Inc. Bed Sheets and Pillow)
  • Summer Clothes (5 days’ worth & Must be modest)
  • At least 2x Towels
  • At least 1x Closed Shoes (Sneakers)
  • Jandals/Sandals/Flip Flops
  • Toiletries (Shampoo, Soap, Deodorant, etc.)
  • Medications (in original bottles & Bring instructions for use)
  • Swimwear (Modest)
  • Sunscreen and Bug spray
  • Water bottle
  • Torch/Light Source​​
Dress Code:
Male:
  • Shirt on for water activities
  • No Sleeveless (Dropped armhole) Shirts
  • No AFL ‘short’ Shorts, shorts must also sit around the waist
Female:
  • Modest water activities attire (inc. swim shorts)
  • No spaghetti straps, strapless shirts, shirts revealing midriff
  • No short shorts
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Note: If you are wearing any clothing not abiding by this list while at camp, you will be asked to change into appropriate attire.
Parent's Responsibility/Code of Conduct:
  • Registration and Travel Information: Make sure all necessary forms/information has been submitted, along with payment to ensure Pre-Teen Camp registration has been completed correctly. Ensure you have the correct contact information and details for flights including Passports, VISA’s and Check-in ID (where required).

  • Medication, Handling and Use: Please ensure that your Pre-Teen has all required medication, in their original packaging along with instructions for use in case of emergency. Check all medical information on your registration form to ensure validity.

  • Spiritually Prepare for Pre-Teen Camp: Talk through various challenges the camper may face, such as conflicts with others, how to resolve them, living and sharing with other people, the possibility of injury, etc. Discuss character (Selfishness, Gratitude, Humility, and Perseverance) with them using scripture in order to have them come into the event with a soft heart, and ears to hear.

  • Respect for Others, and the Rules: Respect, politeness and following the rules at Pre-Teen Camp are crucial when trying to achieve the most effective Camp possible. All campers need to know what we expect (but also what parents should expect) in terms of their behaviour and obeying those in authority. We will go over all the Disciplinary Procedures with them at Camp upon arrival.

  • Properly Packed: Make sure your Pre-Teen is properly packed with comfortable clothing and the items on the provided list. Please try not to ‘over-pack’ as the Pre-Teens will be responsible for carrying their belongings.

  • Encourage Regional Unity: Our region is diverse and growing quickly. We would like parents to encourage the Pre-Teen camper to get the most out of camp by making new friends, trying different activities, and being open to sharing their hearts. “Leave with no regrets”
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  • Electronic Black Out: Please discuss and reinforce our standards regrading all electronic (specifically mobile phones). Your Pre-Teen will not have access to this equipment during the camp. 
    ​Note: Phones will always be available via leadership if needed for special circumstance.