Youth Programs
Maroondah Youth Services Programs
You may have already spotted these elsewhere on the site, but if not, here's a snapshot of what we do. Have a further look around our site for more detailed info on each of these programs, or have a look on our Program & Event Calendar to see what's coming up.
Teenage Holiday Program
What: Social and recreational activities for 12-16 year old. Bookings essential
When: Runs over two weeks of every school holidays
Costs: Varied
Young Leaders
What: A week-long personal development program for year 10's to improve leadership skills, communication, self esteem and have a whole lotta fun doing it. Must be referred through your school.
Cost: Free
Maroondah FReeZa Group
What:A year-long personal development program for people aged 15-21 to gain skills and training in promotion, booking, budgeting, audio/visual production, stage management, liasing with bands, musicians, booking agents and managers. The group hosts live local music events throughout the year. Must apply.
Cost: Free
EV's Lounge
What: EV's lounge is an open access, fully supervised youth program running from EV's Youth Centre. It is a safe and relaxed environment to meet new friends, participate in a range of games and activities, or have a chat to a Youth Worker. Program resources and activities include a pool table, iRiver, X-box, PS3, Wii, free internet access and a range of other activities.
When: Thursdays and Fridays 3.30pm-5.30pm during school term
Where: EV's Youth Centre 212 Mount Dandenong Rd, Croydon
EV's Shack
What: EV's Shack is an open access, youth program running from EV's Youth Centre, for young people aged 18-25. It is a safe and relaxed environment to meet new friends, participate in a range of activities, or have a chat to a Youth Worker. Program resources and activities include a pool table, iRiver, X-box, PS3, Wii, free internet access and a range of other activities.
When: Wednesdays, 4.30pm-6.30pm during school term
Where: EV's Youth Centre 212 Mount Dandenong Rd, Croydon