International RYLA at Sydney, Australia

Rotary is accepting applications for International RYLA 2014, scheduled for 26-29 May in Sydney, Australia. 

A global leadership training event, International RYLA connects more than 100 young leaders with Rotarian teachers and mentors worldwide. The application deadline is 17 January 2014.

This is an opportunity for those ages 19 to 30 to develop skills and connections that will help you mobilize others and make a difference. 

Learn more on the International RYLA website http://www.iryla2014.org/

Feedback of some of the Participants

"Coming here was an eyeopener for me. We all dicovered some leadership qualities in us", Inayat Grewal

"RYLA camp helped us to discover our real self," Jeevanjot Kaur

"In past two days I have learned a lot about self-awareness. RYLA has given me a path to follow to become a leader", Ahsaas Sharma

"My self confidence has increased by 20-30% after attending the RYLA and I have learnt how to increase it further, " Avikalp

"RYLA was not just a camp for leadership but also a camp full of knowledge, experience, adventure and fun. I discovered the real me during the time spent at Kufri", Akshat Karuwal

"The trip was very motivating and inspiring. I go back with many pleasant memories", Manpreet Randhawa

"RYLA has been one of the best experiences of my life and I now look forward to participating in international RYLA," Kabir Singh Bedi

"This trip was educational and with lots of fun," Puneetjot Singh Grewal

"I learned how good team-work helps in becoming a good leader", Sameer Malhotra

"We had great accommodation, good food, lots of adventure and education. The trip has left me with pleasant memories that I will cherish forever," Shiven Ahuja

"RYLA has helped to bring out the hiden leader in me. I not only made new friends but also got to know their way of life. RYLA has taught me to make fullest of my life as we get this life only once", Mohammad Adnan Nasir Bhai

"I was surprised to discover myself as an individual and future leader. The RYLA experience was very inspirational", Aashna Verma

"Learning while enjoying myself was a completely new experience for me. Every single event that took place here is forever marked in my memory and I will always cherish it", Sasaki Negi

"We had numerous lectures but none of them sounded like one. Every lecture was interesting and made learning so enjoyable," Uday Pratap Singh

"Waking up without an alarm, the beautiful morning sky, the pleasant drizzles, trekking and an ultimate exposure to nature and people from diversity was worth an experience that has rejuvinated my mind and soul", Rhea Jaspal

"One of the most important learning for me was to never be afraid of uncertainties of life," Aditya Dhingra

"This was my best ever educational trip," Rishabh Arora

Day 3 - Group photo

Day 3 - Some fun before breakfast

Day 3 - Early morning Yoga

Day 2 - Adventure activities

Day 2 - Adventure Activities

Day-2 Talk on Leadership and Ethics

Day-2 6,30 pm Yoga Class

Day-2 Mystic Early Morning

RYLA Camp at Night

Day-1 - Inaugural

We had PDG Dhyan Chand as Chief Guest at the inaugural of RYLA @ Kufri.

Day 1 - Arrival

Day - 1 - Arrival

Message from President, Rotary Club of Chandigarh

Dear RYLA Participant,

I am pleased to know that you are participating in RYLA at Kufri, being organized by my Club. On behalf of all my Club members, I extend to you a very hearty welcome and promise you a very exciting and fruitful experience during the three-day RYLA.

As has been already communicated to you, all participants (except for those who have opted to reach Kufri on their own) need to report at RYLA base office, Rotary House, 107-A, Sector 18, Chandigarh at sharp 8.00 am on 27 September 2013. After the registration, you will be boarding a bus to go to Kufri. En-route, we will be serving you breakfast at McDonalds at Jabli. We hope to reach Kufri by 3 pm.

You will have one hour to settle down in the campus and have a quick (but late) lunch. The inaugural will be held at 4.30 pm. Following a short break, you will then be heading for a evening/night trek around the campus which will help you get acclimatized to the new surroundings, as also get to know other participants. At 8.30 pm we will gather around a bon-fire for some fun and games, followed by dinner at 9.30 pm and then off to sleep.

On 28 September the day will start at 6.30 am. There will be a yoga session, lectures and games to improve your leadership skills, a primer on ethics and lots of outdoor fun, including adventure activity, tips on camping, rope craft, trekking and much more. In the evening, around the bon-fire will be an opportunity to showcase your talents.

On September 29 the day will begin as the previous day. There will be lecture and games to improve your communication skills, time management, camp craft, outdoor cooking classes as part of team building exercises, rappelling etc. We will be leaving for Chandigarh at 2 pm and hope to reach by 7 pm. Your parents can pick you up on 29 September at 7 pm from Rotary House, 107-A, Sector 18, Chandigarh. 

We will be keeping your family informed about your activities by SMS, email, as well as through the RYLA Blog.

To take care of you, your needs and all your activities, there will be an expert team from Negi Sports. Of course, I and my wife Harkiran will be there all through, along with Rtn Desh Deepak Khanna and his wife Alpna, Rtn Arvind Mehan and his wife Sadhna and Rtn Jatinder Kapur. We will also have Dr (Mrs) Amandeep Kahlon Sandhu as a guest speaker on 28 September, as also Rtn Charanjit Singh as one of the speakers. Rtn Prof Dinesh Kumar will be joining  on 29 September morning to polish your time management and communication skills.

Rtn Dr Dharinder Tayal, District Chair, RYLA, and PDG Maj Som Dutt, Counsellor, RYLA, will be with us at the inaugural.

All of us are eagerly awaiting your arrival at RYLA and I am sure you too are looking forward to it, and have started packing your bags as per List of Essentials sent to you.

Warm regards

Hassan Singh Mejie

President, 

Rotary Club of Chandigarh

List of Essentials for the Camp - Page 2 of 2

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List of Essentials for the Camp - Page 1 of 2

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Encouraging Leadership

RYLA3080@Kufri this year is being looked forward to with great excitement by Rotarians of our Club and their families who have children in the age group of 14-18 years.  This would be a life-time experience for the young boys and girls to build their self-esteem and confidence in a highly interactive programme through creative activities amidst Nature's salubrious surroundings. 

How does RYLA help youth?

• Provides an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders;
• Encourages leadership of youth by youth;
• Recognises publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities.

Every RYLA program covers 

• Fundamentals of leadership
• Ethics of positive leadership
• Importance of communication skills in effective leadership
• Problem-solving and conflict management
• Building self-confidence and self-esteem
• Elements of community and global citizenship
• Environmental stewardship

Rotarians are requested to register their children as well as spread the message in amongst Interactors and schools in their community to have maximum participation in RYLA@Kufri.

How is RYLA preparing youth for Leadership

Are you ready for taking charge of your life? Your career?  These are the questions that the youngsters today wrestle with...and so do we as parents.  Let the youngsters discover their own potential...their own hidden talents...and their own capacity to work together with others as team.  Let them take charge of the issues that concern humanity.  And it all starts with small steps.  Give them the opportunity to step out into the wilderness and learn what it means to be a human.
Sponsor a child for RYLA today.

Changing the World by Example!

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards  (RYLA) camp is an intensive training programme for youth aged 14-18 years.  Officially adopted by Rotary International in 1971, RYLA is one of the most significant and fastest-growing programs of Rotary service. Each year, thousands of young people take part in the program worldwide.

RYLA will enable young people to learn and improve their leadership and communication skills, through interaction sessions, discussions, and through specially created Nature walks, treks, and outdoor activities in association with a reputed adventure company, Negi Sports.

School students, children of Rotarians, Rotaractors, and Interactors should join in this unique opportunity to learn, grow, have fun, and make new friends. Rotary Clubs are encouraged to sponsor a few candidates from economically weaker sections too.

REGISTRATION
Registration Fee: Rs. 3,750 per participant.
Registration Fee is payable in advance by way of  DD/Cheque  drawn in favour of ‘Rotary Club of Chandigarh’ payable at Chandigarh.

Registration Form along with the Fee must reach Rotary House, Chandigarh, by 31st August 2013.

RYLA shall offer Leadership Skill Development, Personal Growth, and Environmental Stewardship...

Programme comprises lectures, activities to develop Leadership Skills, Time Management, Goal Setting, Environmental Stewardship, Ethical Living, and Survival Skills. 

Activities shall include creative workshops, nature walks, trekking, rock climbing, etc.