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Confidence
Speak up. Back yourself. Discover what you’re capable of.
FOR GRADE 11 LEARNERS
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Not just a camp.
Your next level.
Three days to challenge yourself, find your voice and meet young people who want to make things happen.
19–21February 2027
40places only
Amanzithe adventure starts here
R2,500all-inclusive per learner
ONLY 40 SPOTS
LEAD • GROW • CONNECT
WHAT WILL YOU WALK AWAY WITH?
More than memories.
You’ll leave with skills you can use at school, in your community and wherever life takes you next.
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Leadership
Learn how to take initiative and lead with purpose—not just a title.
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Real connections
Meet driven young people, share ideas and build genuine friendships.
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Teamwork
Think fast, solve challenges and find out what a great team can do.
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Life skills
Communicate clearly, make decisions and grow through every challenge.
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Big memories
Expect laughs, adventures and stories you’ll still be telling years from now.
THIS IS YOUR INVITATION
Show up curious.
Leave ready.
RYLA brings a small group of learners together for an immersive weekend of practical learning, shared challenges and connection. No perfect résumé required—just the courage to step forward.
Get involvedTry something newFind your voice
“The person who arrives on Friday won’t be quite the same person who leaves on Sunday.
WHAT THE WEEKEND LOOKS LIKE
Learn it.
Try it. Live it.
This is active leadership—not a weekend of sitting and listening. You’ll learn practical skills, put them to the test and reflect on what they mean for you.
Know how you lead
Discover your leadership style, explore ethical leadership and responsible decisions, then take on a practical leadership challenge.
Find your voice
Build strong communication and public-speaking skills through impromptu and prepared speaking activities.
Build with others
Learn teamwork and collaboration through hands-on challenges, creative problem-solving, mediation and the Coca-Cola Game.
Lead beyond yourself
Explore community service, social justice, advocacy, South Africa’s diversity and the digital and cyber challenges facing young people.
MEET THE PRESENTERS
Real experience.
Practical guidance.
Arrive & connectCheck-in, meet-and-greet, icebreakers and teams
Learn & testShort sessions followed by practical challenges
Reflect & celebrateDaily review, social activities, dinner and awards
Take it homeProgramme reflection, closure and farewells
Meals and refreshment breaks are built into the weekend. The final 2027 session order, times and presenter line-up will be confirmed closer to camp.
HEAR IT FROM THEM
Real people.
Real RYLA stories.
Wondering what the RYLA experience is really like? Press play and hear directly from people who have lived it.
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03A RYLA story
Three voices. One unforgettable experience.
SAVE THE DATE
Your RYLA weekend.
WHEN19–21 February 2027Friday to Sunday
WHEREAmanziA weekend away from the everyday
WHOGrade 11Learners ready to grow
CAPACITYOnly 40 placesA focused, high-impact group
PRICER2,500Per learner · all-inclusive
YOUR RYLA WEEKENDR2,500 per learnerIncludes accommodation, all meals, entertainment and activities. Proof of payment is required with registration.
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READY TO STEP UP?
Ready for your
next level?
Registration is R2,500 per learner and places are limited to just 40 Grade 11s. Your fee includes accommodation, all meals, entertainment and activities.
Register now Complete the Grade 11 application form and attach proof of payment. Medical and indemnity documents will follow separately.