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From Waves to Work is a 6 week surf program for young people aged 16 to 25 who are engaged with an Employment Service Provider.

About the program

This super-fun program is an alternative approach to supporting young people with their pathways to work and study, using the therapeutic benefits of the ocean and surfing to build confidence, self-belief, local connections, skills and stoke! 

Each week participants, local employers, industry experts and mentors come together to YARN – SURF – EAT. From Waves to Work uses the Stoked Surf Therapy model. Click here to find out more!

Volunteers and local employers needed! Are you interested in getting involved? Want to meet potential new employees? Or just fancy hitting the waves and having a good time? From Waves to Work could be for you!

    For mentors

    Get in the water! Have a chat! Connect! Share! Encourage! Support young people to enter the world of work.

    Your knowledge and experiences are value for young people to hear.

    Do you have an interesting career story? Do you enjoy being in nature and at the beach? Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to the community and support young people?

    From Waves To Work might be perfect for you! Get in touch with Zoe at zdamman@brophy.org.au or on 0403 907 540.

    Interested in joining the crew?

    Chat to your Employment Service Provider for information on how to apply.

    From Waves to Work is proudly supported by Workforce Australia Local Jobs.