02/04/2026
My name is Ebin Franklin Gomez, Team Leader at The Break, and I am a social worker student doing placement at this mental health organization, The Break.INC. One of my team member recently contacted the council to discuss the Free Kayaking program that we launched, which is for the wellbeing of the young people in the community, which is based in Melbourne. We are currently offering a Free Youth Kayaking Wellbeing Program designed to support students’ mental health, confidence, and social connection through safe and engaging outdoor activities.
We are providing this opportunities for every students in the secondary schools, colleges, and campus, and other organisation, we would love to invite your students (aged 12–25) to participate in this unique opportunity.
Program Details:
- 📍 Location: St Kilda Pier
- 🗓 Schedule: Every Saturday until 28th May
- 🎯 Age Group: 12–25 years (FREE)
- ⏱ Duration: Approx. 45 min per session, and per day we do 5 to 6 sessions
- 🛟 Fully supervised by experienced kayak guides (WWCC & Police Checked)
- the Grant will end at 28th of may
Requirements are:
- Students must be 12-25 years of age
- Emergency contact must be provided
- Must fill a google forms
Why this program is valuable for students:
- Builds confidence and resilience
- Encourages teamwork and social connection
- Promotes mental wellbeing through nature
- Supports leadership and personal development
At The Break, we aim to create safe, inclusive spaces where young people can relax, connect, and grow outside the classroom environment.
We would greatly appreciate your support in:
- Sharing this opportunity with your students via newsletters or internal communication
- Allowing us to collaborate with your school to engage more young people in wellbeing-focused activities
Please find the flyer attached with full details and a QR code for registration.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss how we can work together, please feel free to reach out. We would like to do a presentation for the young people under the council for explaining you what we have done so far.
📞 1300 819 111
📧 [email protected]
