A premium 7-day leadership experience designed for future-ready teens — applications open now with limited spots. $250 refundable deposit to secure your place.
Limited Winter offer
Bonus: free FLA hoodie
Reduced: $500 $250 deposit
Ends: 30th June, or while spaces last
What you will gain:
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Real leadership skills you can use at school, work, and beyond
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Stronger communication, teamwork, and decision-making abilities
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Greater confidence, independence, and self-awareness
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A leadership certificate to support scholarship, uni, and job applications
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Meaningful new friendships with like-minded young people
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A lasting sense of purpose and direction
Who it's for:
✅ Teens ready to step up as leaders
✅ Families who value growth and cultural connection
What Makes This Experience Life-Changing?
Step into real leadership
Not just titles. Students take initiative, lead group challenges, and learn how to influence others with confidence, empathy, and purpose. Through hands-on activities, reflection, and feedback, they discover their unique strengths and leave with tools they’ll use for life.
Pacific Island adventure
Each course is based in a stunning Pacific location like Samoa, Fiji, Vanuatu, or the Cook Islands. Students explore local villages, snorkel in turquoise waters, and connect deeply with culture, community, and environment. It’s not just travel — it’s immersion, perspective, and meaningful connection.
Confidence that lasts
This isn’t just a trip — it’s a turning point. Students return home with greater self-belief, stronger communication skills, and a clearer sense of who they are and what they’re capable of. It’s a powerful week that builds resilience, maturity, and lasting confidence — far beyond the classroom.
Choose Your Destination - 2025 / 2026 Courses
Pay in stages: $250 refundable deposit today, then flexible payments leading up to the trip
Cook Islands
06 - 14 Dec, 2025
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Remaining spaces: 30
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Cost: NZD$4950/AUD$4600
Fiji
28 Sep - 05 Oct, 2025
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Remaining spaces: 4
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Cost: NZD$4950/AUD$4600
04 - 12 Apr, 2026
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Remaining spaces: 39
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Cost: NZD$4950/AUD$4600
Explore vibrant island life, build leadership through group challenges, and connect deeply with the local community. A supportive, close-knit course with heart.
Samoa
05 - 12 Jul, 2025
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Remaining spaces: 1
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Cost: NZD$4950/AUD$4600 (last minute)
Hike jungle trails, visit villages, and take on leadership tasks that push your comfort zone. Fiji is bold, immersive, and full of personal growth moments.
Vanuatu
Jul, 2026 - TBC
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Cost: NZD$4950/AUD$4600
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Opens soon
12 - 19 Jul, 2026
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Cost: NZD$4950/AUD$4600
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Opens soon
Step into leadership on a course filled with high-energy group work, cultural learning, and island exploration. Samoa builds confidence fast — and friendships for life.
Lead with meaning in one of our most impactful courses. Experience village life, community service, and leadership that leaves a mark — on you and others.
40 Spaces per trip
Why Families, Students, and Schools Trust Us
“My FLA experience was a turning point. I didn’t really understand leadership before, but now I do — and I made amazing friends. It led to a school leadership role and work experience back home.”
— Dominyka, Year 12, Cook Islands 2023, SLP Alumni
“Jordan came back so positive — his eyes opened, his confidence lifted, and his life richer for the experience. We’re so grateful for what FLA delivered.”
— Marie, Parent (NSW)
“I’m proud of Ava for stepping into the unknown and trusting the experience. She came back empowered — and ready to uplift others too.”
— Eric Lander, Teacher, Collingwood Area School
Over 500 students empowered since 2017. Trusted by 240+ schools in NZ & Australia
See The impact For Yourself
Watch our highlight reel and see why students call this the most meaningful experience of their high school years.
Course Details
What you'll do on the course
DAY 1-2
Arrive at intl airport
Meet your fellow students
Fly to your Pacific Island
Official welcome
Team building
Leadership skills workshop
DAY 3-5
Work in your syndicate
Lead your team
Guest speakers
Practical scenarios
Environment issues
Humanitarian issues
Business topics
Youth wellbeing insight
Outdoor adventure
Team development
Immerse in the local culture
DAY 6
Fun beach day
Formal course function
Leadership evaluation
Final cultural activities
Goal setting
DAY 7
Farewell to Pacific students
Fly to your home country
Farewell to fellow students
Return home
Group size:
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40 Students in Years 11–13 (NZ) / Years 10–12 (AU)
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Plus 8 local students from the Pacific Island destination
Course fees:
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Each course costs from NZD$4950 / AUD$4600
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Check the booking page for up-to-date costs, including early bird discount fees
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Payment options include - monthly or lump sum
What's included:
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All trip costs including; international flights, accommodation, food, activities, transport, travel insurance, and a merchandise pack (t-shirt, back pack, FLA notebook/pen, personalised luggage tag)
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Not included; domestic travel to/from international airport, personal spending money
Who's it for:
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Young people who want to build real leadership skills
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Teens who are ready to step out of their comfort zone
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Future leaders who want to stand out at school, uni, jobs, or scholarships
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Students interested in personal growth, not just school grades
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First-time travellers and confident explorers — no experience needed
Support every step of the way:
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Before the course: Personal onboarding, travel prep resources, and staff available for questions
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During the course: Full-time leadership facilitators, 24/7 supervision, and daily group check-ins
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After the course: Certificates, references, and continued leadership pathways
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All staff are trained, experienced, and background-checked
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We maintain a high staff-to-student ratio to ensure individual support
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Emergency support available 24/7 in-country and from HQ
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Are you completing the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award? Our programmes can be used to complete your Gold Residential Project.
Limited to 40 spaces per trip
$250 refundable deposit secures your place
Our Power Guarantee: Confidence or Come Again - Free
We're serious about your teen's growth. If they don't return home with greater confidence, real leadership tools, and a clear sense of purpose - we'll invite them to attend another course, completely free. That's how much we believe in what we do.
