Blue Edge Program

Our recent program concluded in Term 1 with the Longest Day excursion.  Participants engaged in activities such as the Climbing Walls/Absailing; Zip Lining; Giant Swing; Flying Fox; Obstacle Course and Bush Surfing at Murray Life Adventures.

Blue EDGE (Educate, Develop, Grow, Empower) is a well-established fitness based experiential learning program run by Blue Light Victoria in partnership with Victoria Police combining physical training, personal growth and life skills.

Blue EDGE Program Objectives

• Develop life skills such as effective communication, collaboration, problem solving and self-awareness
• Improve connection to community, develop confidence and a greater sense of self worth
• Provide an opportunity to try new things and discuss challenging topics in a supported environment
• Engage with social and emotional themes identified as issues that young people in the local area are currently facing
• Identify safe people who young people can seek support from within their community
• Create an opportunity for proactive positive engagement between police and young people from the local area
• Build discipline, commitment, and fitness through regular attendance of the program
• Provide positive adult role models and relationships
• Explore diverse perspectives on topics and issues affecting the local community