MEET OUR TEAM
What do you love about working at camp?
The fun, the sunshine, the challenges, the inspiration, the laughter, the campfires, the great food and the amazing people!
The view from the office aint bad either!!
Favourite Camp Activity:
Tramping and the Giant Swing!
Fun Fact:
My family are goldminers and treasure hunters
From:
Upper Hutt, NZ
“Embrace the mess, it’s where the magic lives”
What do you love about working at camp?
Sharing my passion with others, meeting new people, and just simply spending time in and enjoying the outdoors.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Superfox and Kayaking
Fun Fact:
I represented NZ in Ultimate Frisbee and have been an expedition Sea Kayak guide though the Johnstone Straight in Canada.
From:
Martinborough, NZ
“Do something today that your future self will thank you for”
What do you love about working at camp?
Love my drive to work along country roads and having an epic view of the hills right from the kitchen window.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Super Fox
Fun Fact:
I know a fair bit about foraging
“Assume the best in people, especially your friends.”
What do you love about working at camp?
Co-creating with all the team and with the abundance of natural resources here to turn this camp into a piece of heaven.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Listening to the birds and the River.
Fun Fact:
Ask me about all the different countries I have live in…
From:
Nairobi, Kenya
“Co-creation and joy for all in it’s contemplation”
What do you love about working at camp?
The fabulous kids and amazing staff!!!
Favourite Camp Activity:
Campfires at night with lots of laughter!
Fun Fact:
I’m the only person I know that can’t dance
From:
Santa Monica, California
“Life is a journey, enjoy the ride!
What do you love about working at camp?
I love that no two days are exactly the same and that I get to be in the great outdoors everyday.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Duke of Ed – Multiday expeditions!
Fun Fact:
Once during an expedition I didnt shower for 40 days
From:
Masterton, NZ
“To say you have no choice is a failure of imagination”
What do you love about working at camp?
Enjoying the outdoor activities with everyone who dares to have a sense of adventure.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Kayaking
Fun Fact:
I have identical twin boys who love to keep me on my toes!
From:
Lower Hutt, NZ
“Dont worry, Be Happy!”
What do you love about working at camp?
I get to explore God’s inspiring creation while encouraging people to get out of their comfort zone.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Lunchtime and the end of camp clean up!
Fun Fact:
I lick my plate at home and I love bugs! What’s your favourite bug?
From:
Upper Hutt, NZ
“For God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, love and a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7
What do you love about working at camp?
I love that I get to see and experience the wonders of the outdoors through the perspective of others.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Campfire
Fun Fact:
I have two cats back home in Australia called Pebbles and Bam Bam
From:
Brisbane, Australia
“Be yourself. You’re awesome.”
What do you love about working at camp?
The excitement and enthusiasm that I’m surrounded by everyday.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Kayaking and campfire, its great to take part in the activity with the group!
Fun Fact:
I learned to drive when I was 7 years old.
From:
Adelaide, Australia
“Don’t accept what you can’t change, change what you can‘t accept”
What do you love about working at camp?
Being outside, obviously! Enjoying the NZ summer is one of the best things you can do whilst living in our beautiful country and why not add going down a flying fox every now and then to it!
Favourite Camp Activity:
Kayaking
Fun Fact:
I’ve travelled the entire South Island by ute and tent.
From:
New Zealand
“Don’t take everything or yourself too seriously”
What do you love about working at camp?
I love being able to guide young people to their desire and goal
Favourite Camp Activity:
Hiking
Fun Fact:
I am obsessed with Christmas, especially the Grinch!!
From:
Upper Hutt, NZ
“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change”
What do you love about working at camp?
I love that being in the outdoors people tent to relax and be their most authentic selves. All the jokes, chats and stories make my job so much fun.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Kayaking
Fun Fact:
I have lived in Abu Dhabi and Spain
From:
Upper Hutt, NZ
“Never make a big decision on an empty stomach”
What do you love about working at camp?
I love getting to spend time outside and share my love of nature with others! There is so much of the world in need of exploring and appreciating.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Giant Swing
Fun Fact:
My fave snack is wasabi peas!
From:
North Carolina, USA
“Surround yourself with people who make you laugh and who make you a better version of yourself.”
What do you love about working at camp?
The best part of being an instructor is the enjoyment of helping others grow and getting to enjoy the outdoors as much as they do!
Favourite Camp Activity:
My two favourites would be tramping and any water activity.
Fun Fact:
I have watched the Hunger Games saga 9 times!
From:
Bloemfontein, South Africa
“You will never see the summit, if you don’t climb the mountain first.”
What do you love about working at camp?
Witness how the children can overcome their fears.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Canoeing
Fun Fact:
I once cycled from the German/Netherlands border to the North Sea!!
From:
Stuttgart, Germany
“Just try it!”
What do you love about working at camp?
Being surrounded by nature all the time and bringing smiles to the people’s faces!
Favourite Camp Activity:
Canoeing and swimming!
Fun Fact:
I can perfectly imitate a seagull…but only if I am close to a body of water.
From:
Germany
“Don’t let the opinions of others dictate how you live.”
What do you love about working at camp?
Working outdoors and being active
Favourite Camp Activity:
Spending time with friends and doing lots of sports outdoors.
Fun Fact:
I have a twin who is in Australia at the moment.
From:
Leipzig, Germany
“Life is like a rollercoaster with ups and downs”
What do you love about working at camp?
I love helping people discover their passion for the outdoors, inspiring them to explore and appreciate nature.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Giant Swing
Fun Fact:
I cycle 100kms in under 4 hours!
From:
Germany
“Believe in yourself!”
What do you love about working at camp?
I love the adventure, the feeling of getting to be the most fun and innocent version of myself.
Favourite Camp Activity:
Rock Climbing
Fun Fact:
I have 5 siblings
From:
Leeds, United Kingdom
“No amount of money can buy you a second of time”
What do you love about working at camp?
Staying active and being in the outdoors!
Favourite Camp Activity:
Tramping or Rock Climbing
Fun Fact:
I am a massive Star Wars Fan!
From:
Upper Hutt
“You do not find a happy life, you make it.”
CONTACT US
Ph: 0800 YMCA 4u (962248)
Email: contact@ycentral.nz
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