Teenage School Holiday Program for Spring 2024
About the program
- Our Teenage School Holiday program is open to young people aged 12 to 17 years.
- Activities are held across Cardinia Shire during the school holidays. Most activities are low cost or free.
- Transport to and from some activities - from selected locations may be available. Please contact My Place Youth Centre for further information.
- Bookings for all activities are essential. Please book using the online form.
My Place Youth Facility is open for reduced hours during school holidays, from 1pm to 5pm.
Week 1 activities
Tuesday 24 September - Ice-Skating
Cost: $15
Location: 1080 Centre Road Oakleigh South
Time: 11 – 4pm (Activity is 12 – 2.30pm)
What to bring: Thick socks, and sensible clothes to skate in. You can bring a packed lunch or money to buy lunch at the canteen at the ice rink.
What will be provided: Water will be provided for this activity
Added Information: Participants will be travelling by Private Bus for this activity.
Please be at My Place Youth Centre by 10:45am for check in. The bus will be leaving at 11.00am sharp. The bus will return to My Place Youth Centre by 4pm (Depending on traffic)
Wednesday 24 September - Library Lock In @ Emerald
Cost: Free
Location: 400B Belgrave – Gembrook Road, Emerald
Time: 5 – 7pm
What to bring: Your appetite, and a sense of fun and adventure
What will be provided: Pizza and snacks will be provided
Added Information: Young people from all areas are welcome to meet the Youth Services Team at Emerald Library. Limited transport will be provided from My Place Youth Centre to Emerald Library and back. Community bus will leave My Place at 4.30pm and return at 7pm.
Bookings are essential for the bus due to limited spots, please refer to the Booking form
Thursday 25 September - AFL Footy Day
Cost: Free
Location: My Place, 5 – 7 Main St Pakenham
Time: 1.30 – 3.30pm
What to bring: A competitive spirit, a sense of fun, and put those AFL skills to work.
What will be provided: A footy themed lunch will be provided
Added Information: This activity will be sports themed, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear to be able to participate in events.
Friday 26 September - My Place Closed - Public Holiday
Week 2 activities
Monday 30th September - Ceramic Painting
Cost: Free
Location: My Place, 5 – 7 Main St Pakenham
Time: 1.30 – 3.30pm
What to bring: A creative mind and a sense of fun
What will be provided: Snacks and Water will be provided
Added Information: This activity can get messy, please wear old clothes. Aprons and gloves will be provided for this activity.
Tuesday 1 October - Koo Wee Rup Skate, Scoot and BMX Comp
Cost: Free
Location: Koo Wee Rup Skate Park 255 Rossiter Road Koo Wee Rup
Time: 11am – 3pm
What to bring: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks to keep you energised throughout the day. Your Scooter, Skateboard, or BMX to ride in the comp, your helmet and safety gear, good vibes and a friendly competitive spirit
What will be provided: Water will be provided at the event
Added Information: Limited transport will be provided for this activity. Please be at My Place Youth Centre at 10am for a 10.15am departure. Return to My Place Youth Centre will be at 4pm.
Bookings are essential for the bus, due to limited spots, please refer to the Booking form
Hip Hop Class
Cost: Free
Location: My Place, 5 – 7 Main St Pakenham
Time: 1.30 – 3pm
What will be provided: Snacks and Water will be provided
What to bring: A fun, energetic attitude and your favourite dancing shoes
Added Information: Please wear comfy clothes and sensible shoes to dance in
Thursday 3 October - Spring Sweat Treats Cooking Class
Cost: Free
Location: My Place, 5 – 7 Main St Pakenham
Time: 1.30 – 3.30pm
What to bring: Your creative flare, a container for any leftovers
What will be provided: Eat what you make
Added Information: Please wear enclosed shoes and appropriate clothes to cook in as this activity can get messy. Aprons and gloves will be provided
Bookings
1. Complete the 2024 annual consent form
- If you haven't submitted one yet for 2024, please complete the below form.
- If you’ve already submitted one for 2024, you don’t need to submit it again until 2025.
Online form – 2024 Annual Consent
2. Complete the Winter activities booking form
Online form – Spring 2024 Activities Booking Form
Questions?
For questions about the Teenage School Holiday Program, or to get help with making a booking:
- Call 1800 496 884
- Email myplace@cardinia.vic.gov.au