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Unleashing potential in young people to Live Life Wide Open

So many young people do not believe in their potential! We do. Youth Encounter provides a safe and supportive space where young people can grow in confidence, find purpose, and build resilience.

Our therapeutic, activity-based programs empower them to unleash their potential, helping them live life wide open as resilient, purpose-driven individuals.

Youth Encounter is a vibrant community dedicated to empowering the youth of Aotearoa NZ to live life wide open!

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Winter Wind-Out Teen Camp

Shake off the winter blues at our Winter Wind-Out Teen Camp! Experience the thrill of dirt bike riding at Bay of Plenty tracks while building lasting friendships and discovering new passions. This camp offers the perfect mix of excitement and growth, all within a safe and encouraging community. You will be inspired with daily devotions about God and the incredible potential He has created you with. Come and warm up your winter with us as we relax in the spa after the days dirt bike riding!

  • When: July 2 - 6th 2025

  • Where: Papamoa

  • Who: 13-18 years old

  • Fee: $510 (Early Bird fee)

A $50 deposit will secure your spot today!

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Youth Encounter's Surf Therapy: From a Fear of Failure to Unleashing Potential

In Term 1, 2025, Youth Encounter had the privilege of delivering our Group Therapy programme to six students from Te Puke between the ages of 12 and 15.  These rangatahi were referred to us on behalf of Te Puke Kahui Ako.  They were identified as having the following risk factors: abuse an...
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Our approach to safety is fundamental to the success of our organisation. At Youth Encounter, we believe in creating a culture of safety, driven by our top leadership with the systems in place to filter down to our participants. Click here to learn more about our safety and risk disclaimer.

 

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