Upcoming Camps

Each year our Camps program offers students across all year levels the opportunity to learn new skills, share experiences and cement friendships in a fun and engaging way. 

Participation in camps encourages students to develop teamwork and leadership skills, resilience, resourcefulness, independence and cooperation. Camps are an integral part of our school extra curricular program, as they enable students to explore, extend and enrich their learning and their social skills development, in a non-school setting.

Year 7 Anglesea Orientation Camp - March 24th – 26th 2026

The upcoming 2026 Anglesea Orientation Camp presents a unique opportunity for VUSC to support our Year 7 students in their first year of secondary school.

This three‑day camp is designed to help students build strong friendships, grow their confidence, and settle into secondary school life through a range of engaging team‑building activities and outdoor adventures. Camp activities will include surfing, kayaking, a high‑ropes course, and zip‑lining—providing plenty of opportunities for fun, challenge and personal growth.

To help students prepare, the following information sessions have been scheduled:

The event is now available on Compass for parent consent and payment.

We look forward to sharing this exciting adventure with our Year 7 cohort and supporting them in creating a positive start to their time at VUSC.

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Expressions of Interest – Senior School Surf Weekend Escape

We are currently seeking expressions of interest from Year 10-12 students for an upcoming ‘Senior School Surf Weekend Escape’. This camp is designed to allow students to take a well-deserved break from their hectic study schedules while learning new skills. 

Camp overview: The group will depart VUSC on Saturday morning and travel to Torquay. The trip is scheduled for the weekend of May 2nd - 3rd, ensuring that students attending do not miss out on any classes. They will spend the night at the Southern Exposure Surf Camp and return to school on Sunday evening. 

Key Details

• Location: Southern Exposure Surf Camp, Torquay. 
• Dates: May 2nd – 3rd.
• Estimated Cost: Approximately $350 - $400.

• Approval Status: Please note the camp is subject to school council approval and as a result, some details could change.

   

Surf Instruction and Activities

Over the weekend, students will participate in three 2-hour sessions with experienced instructors dedicated to making the learning process safe, exciting, and rewarding. The itinerary includes two surf sessions on Saturday (morning and afternoon) and a third session on Sunday morning.

Each lesson includes both land-based and water-based components to fully prepare students before they hit the waves. Whether they are beginners or looking to improve, students will learn:

• Proper stretching and warm-up techniques.
• Surf etiquette and ocean awareness, including understanding rips, tides, and wave conditions.
• Technical skills such as paddling, timing, popping up, and dismounting safely.
• Consolidation of already developed surf skills.

Camp Goals 

Beyond surfing, the camp aims to foster strong peer relationships and reinforce our school values. The key values of respect, responsibility, and safety will be integrated into the camp's structure and activities.

To assist with planning, interested students are asked to complete the application form which has been sent to them via the ‘Camps Team’.