Welcome to Rise Youth

Rise Youth Performance Academy

Building Confidence Through Performance.

At Rise Youth, we believe the performing arts have the power to do much more than create performers—they help young people discover confidence, develop communication skills, build meaningful friendships, and express themselves in a safe, encouraging environment.

The Rise Youth Performance Academy has been created for young people of all experience levels. Whether your child dreams of performing on stage, enjoys singing or storytelling, wants to explore voice acting, or simply needs a supportive place to build confidence, there is a place for them here.

Our program focuses on personal growth first, with performance becoming the pathway.

Led by a qualified actor and supported by experienced youth workers, participants will explore a range of creative disciplines, including:

🎭 Acting & Drama

🎬 Screen Acting

🎙️ Voice Acting

🎤 Singing

💃 Movement & Dance

🎨 Character Development

📖 Storytelling

🎭 Improvisation

🎤 Presentation & Public Speaking

Throughout the program, young people develop important life skills that extend far beyond the stage, including:

Confidence and self-esteem

Communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Creative thinking

Emotional expression

Leadership

Problem-solving

Resilience

Public speaking

Every participant receives a Rise Youth Performance Academy Achievement Certificate recognising their commitment, growth and participation.

As the academy grows, participants will also have opportunities to learn from guest actors, performers and industry professionals, giving them valuable insight into the performing arts industry.

Our Learning Pathway

Rather than focusing solely on acting ability, the Rise Youth Performance Academy has been designed as a journey of growth.

🌱 Discover

Find Your Confidence

The Discover program is perfect for beginners and young people who may be shy, anxious or simply curious about performing.

Participants will build confidence through games, creativity and teamwork while learning the foundations of performance in a supportive environment.

Young people will explore:

• Drama games

• Improvisation

• Movement and expression

• Voice and communication

• Team-building activities

• Confidence-building exercises

🎨 Create

Grow Your Skills

Once participants have developed confidence, they can continue building their creative abilities.

The Create program encourages young people to explore storytelling, character development and collaboration while strengthening their communication and performance skills.

Participants may explore:

• Character creation

• Script work

• Storytelling

• Voice acting

• Singing and movement

• Scene work

• Creative collaboration

⭐ Perform

Share Your Story

The Perform program provides opportunities for participants to put their skills into practice.

Young people may participate in performances, showcases, filmed projects or community presentations while continuing to develop confidence and leadership skills.

Participants may experience:

• Stage performance

• Screen acting

• Showcase presentations

• Voice recording projects

• Audition skills

• Community performances

More Than Acting

At Rise Youth, success isn’t measured by becoming a professional performer.

Success is measured by a young person who leaves our program believing in themselves a little more than when they arrived.

Whether your child dreams of a career in the performing arts or simply wants to make friends, improve communication skills and gain confidence, the Rise Youth Performance Academy is designed to provide a welcoming space where every young person can grow.

Because every young person deserves the opportunity to discover their voice.

Future Opportunities

As the academy grows, we’ll continue expanding our offerings through exciting workshops and special events, including:

🎬 Screen Acting for Film & Television

🎙️ Voice Acting Workshops

🎭 Musical Theatre

😂 Improvisation

🎥 Filmmaking Projects

🎤 Public Speaking

🌟 Guest Artist Masterclasses

💙 NDIS participants are welcome. Depending on a participant’s plan and goals, this program may be funded through the NDIS.

Expressions of Interest 


We’re currently accepting expressions of interest for upcoming Performance Academy programs. If you’d like to learn more or be the first to hear when enrolments open, simply email us using the link above. We’d love to hear from you!

Life After School (Ages 16–24)

Expressions of Interest Now Open

What comes after school?

For many young people—and their families—that question can feel overwhelming.

Not everyone knows what they want to do next, and that’s okay.

At Rise Youth, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to discover who they are, explore their strengths, build confidence, and develop the practical life skills needed to create a future they’re excited to build.

💙 Whether your goal is to:

✔️ Find your first job

✔️ Study further

✔️ Volunteer in your community

✔️ Become more independent

✔️ Build confidence and life skills

✔️ Discover what you want your future to look like

…we’re here to support you every step of the way.

We’re more than employment support.

Our program helps young people aged 16–24 discover their strengths, identify their goals, develop confidence, learn practical life skills, and prepare for the next stage of adulthood.

While we’re not a job agency, employment readiness is one part of what we offer. We can support participants with resume writing, interview preparation, workplace confidence, and exploring pathways that align with their interests and strengths.

Every young person’s journey is different—and that’s exactly how we believe it should be.

💙 NDIS participants are welcome. Depending on a participants plans and goals, this program may be funded through the NDIS.

📍 We’re now taking Expressions of Interest from young people, families, support coordinators and schools.

If you would like to learn more or be the first to hear when enrolments open, simply email us using the link above.

Rise Youth – Helping young people discover who they are before deciding where they want to go’ 

Rise Youth School Holiday Sessions are designed to give children a safe, supportive, and engaging space to build confidence, social connection, and emotional well-being during the school holidays.

This session may particularly suit children who benefit from small-group support, gentle encouragement, and positive social connection. 

Created for children aged 8–11, these small-group sessions include fun, age-appropriate activities that encourage teamwork, positive interaction, and gentle skill development in a calm and encouraging environment.

Activities may include group games, connection activities, confidence-building tasks, guided play, and opportunities to strengthen emotional awareness and social skills.

Water and fresh fruit will be provided during the session.

Age Group: 8–11 years

Date: 13 April 2026

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Wellington Point, Redlands (address provided upon enquiry)

Format: Small group session

• Hat
   
• Sunscreen
   
• Comfortable clothing suitable for movement and outdoor play if applicable
   

• Confidence and self-esteem
   
• Social connection and friendships
   
• Teamwork and communication

• Positive group participation

• Fun!!
   

This session is designed to provide children with a positive holiday experience that supports both well-being and personal growth.

School Holiday Programs

Supportive, small-group sessions designed to help children connect, build confidence, and enjoy meaningful activities during the holidays.

Sessions may be accessed through National Disability Insurance Scheme funding under group-based community participation, where applicable, or through private payment options depending on individual circumstances.

Expressions of interest are welcome. Please reach out to learn more or register your interest.

Building emotional confidence, connection, and early life skills in a safe and supportive group environment.

Rise Youth for children aged 8 to 11 years is a small-group program designed to support younger children in developing emotional awareness, confidence, social connection, and everyday coping skills through structured, age-appropriate activities.

Sessions are designed to gently support children as they learn to understand emotions, build friendships, strengthen communication, and develop confidence in everyday situations.

Each session may include:

• guided play and group activities that encourage connection and teamwork
• emotional awareness and confidence-building exercises
• learning calming strategies and self-regulation skills
• gentle life skills that support independence and positive social interaction

This program provides early support in a way that feels safe, engaging, and encouraging, helping children strengthen emotional foundations while enjoying positive group experiences.

• Small group format
• Focus on emotional skills, confidence, and connection
• Expressions of interest now open

Sessions may be accessed through National Disability Insurance Scheme funding under group-based community participation, where applicable, or through private payment options depending on individual circumstances.

Helping young people aged 12–15 grow into respectful, confident, and capable young adults through connection, practical life skills, and positive group experiences.

Rise Youth is a small-group mentoring program designed for young people aged 12 to 15 years, offering structured, play-based sessions that support emotional wellbeing, confidence, social development, and practical life skills.

Each 6-week block is designed to create a supportive environment where young people can connect, participate, and develop skills that support them both socially and personally.

Each Saturday session may include:

• fun group activities that encourage teamwork, communication, and connection
• life skills workshops focused on friendships, boundaries, self-awareness, and everyday independence
• confidence and resilience building through emotional regulation, empathy, and positive values
• age-appropriate discussions that support wellbeing, identity, and respectful relationships

Rise Youth offers a calm and encouraging space where young people can feel included, build friendships, and strengthen the skills needed for everyday life.

• Saturdays
• Redlands area (venue to be confirmed)
• 6-week program blocks
• Small group format (maximum 10 participants) to support safety, supervision, and individual attention

Sessions may be accessed through National Disability Insurance Scheme funding under group-based community participation where applicable, or through private payment options depending on individual circumstances.

Growing With Confidence is a supportive small-group program designed to help girls build confidence, self-awareness, healthy habits, and everyday life skills in a safe and encouraging environment.

Sessions support emotional well-being, positive self-esteem, respectful relationships, and practical self-care through age-appropriate activities, discussion, creativity, and connection.

The group encourages girls to feel comfortable in who they are, strengthen confidence from within, and develop simple everyday skills that support wellbeing and resilience.

Areas of focus may include:

• Confidence & self-esteem

• Healthy habits & wellbeing

• Practical self-care

• Communication & friendships

• Emotional awareness & resilience

Suitable for girls who would benefit from encouragement, connection, confidence-building, and practical support in a small-group setting.

Sessions are facilitated within a safe, supportive environment, with a focus on connection, confidence-building, and respectful support.  

For more information, contact Emma on 0412 195 441

Building Strength Through Respect, Responsibility & Emotional Growth

 Building Strong Foundations is designed to support boys and young men in developing confidence, emotional maturity, practical life skills, and healthy ways of relating to others.

In a world where young people are exposed to many different messages about identity, strength, and relationships, this group encourages balanced conversations around respect, self-awareness, responsibility, and positive decision-making.

Sessions may include guided activities, teamwork, practical learning, and age-appropriate discussions designed to help participants build resilience, communication skills, and a stronger sense of self.

Areas of focus may include:

• Healthy Identity & Confidence

• Emotional Regulation

• Respectful Communication

• Responsibility & Decision-Making

• Practical Life Skills

• Positive Social Connection

Programs are designed to encourage growth, self-respect, resilience and healthy foundations for everyday life.

Not every young person is ready for a group setting.

Some young people build confidence best through one-on-one support. Whether it’s learning to catch public transport, ordering food independently, developing social confidence, exploring the community, or simply having a trusted mentor by their side, individual mentoring can provide a safe and supportive space to learn and grow at their own pace.

At Rise Youth, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to build confidence, develop life skills, and discover their strengths in a way that works for them.

🌱 Confidence

🌱 Independence

🌱 Connection

🌱 Life Skills

One step at a time.

Interested in learning more? Contact us to discuss how Rise Youth can support your young person’s journey.