Book your Band Camp at the Royal National Park
Purpose built rehearsal spaces, all inclusive catering and accommodation, and experienced support teams so CAPA teachers can run smooth, focused music camps without the admin headache.
Trusted By Schools Across NSW
Band Camps Stressfree
Running a band camp is one of the most valuable experiences you can give your students.
It is also one of the most demanding.
Between rehearsal schedules, sectionals, supervision, meals, accommodation and logistics, the venue you choose can either elevate the experience or drain your energy completely.
Youthworks Conference Centres exist to make sure the music comes first.
Rehearse without noise from other groups
Keep students focused in calm, natural environments
Run full ensemble and sessions with eased
Finish camp proud of what students achieved
Ready for a Band Camp Without the Stress?
What They Say
★★★★★
“The site is beautiful and exactly what our youth group needs at camp.”
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“Peaceful surroundings and beauty of the Royal National Park.”
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“Staff are top quality, welcoming, and really friendly.”
Just Bring Your Students & Instruments
We handle it all so you can focus on music. Here’s the complete Band Camp Package:
Rehearsal Spaces
Meals & Accommodation
Outdoor Group Activities
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Trusted By Leading Organisations
★★★★★
"Walking into a Youthworks Conference Centre brings a sense of peace and serenity, being in wonderful locations appropriate for reflection and fun. The facilities are all within easy walking distance of each other to provide ease in supervision of our campers. The range of facilities enables our campers to have a range of experiences over their stay. “
Adele Masters Mission Events Coordinator The Salvation Army
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“From the moment you drive in to Youthworks Waterslea, leaders and young people alike experience a sense of calm. The combination of remote rural beauty and the serene Shoalhaven River is the perfect environment to unplug and reconnect with one another face-to-face. The facilities are the best I’ve ever experienced, catering brilliantly for all kinds of weather. “
Major Nicole Viles Divisional Children’s Secretary NSW/ACT The Salvation Army
Why Schools Choose Youthworks
For over 50 years, Youthworks has specialised in hosting school and youth groups — creating safe, well-run environments where students can focus, collaborate, and grow.
Designed for Young People & School Groups
Youthworks specialises in working with children and young people, creating environments that are structured, supportive, and suited to school-led programs like band camps.
Experienced Staff & Safe Supervision
Our experienced teams understand duty of care, group supervision, and the needs of school staff — so camps run smoothly and safely from arrival to departure.
Natural Settings That Support Focus & Connection
Our conference centres are located in calm, natural environments that help students disconnect from distractions and engage fully in rehearsals and group time.
Spaces That Build Ensemble & Community
Band camps are about more than practice. Shared meals, outdoor activities, and time together help strengthen ensemble cohesion and student confidence.
Flexible Locations & Group Sizes
With multiple NSW locations and capacity for groups up to 400, Youthworks can accommodate bands of different sizes, budgets, and schedules.
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Port Hacking
Just outside of Nowra, our Waterslea, Koloona and Riverview Centres are perched on the hillside overlooking the lazy Shoalhaven River. Enjoy acres of space and the big blue skies above these three , accommodating up to 244 people when combined.
Blue Mountains
A stone's throw away from Springwood and only 30 mins from the Three Sisters, our Blue Mountains centre offers the perfect combination of small community vibe and scenic outdoor experience. Accommodating up to 100 people, our Blue Mountains centre can't be beaten for value.
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Directions
We want to make your visit as easy as possible, so we've prepared a set of detailed directions to guide you to our various locations. Whether you're traveling by car, public transit, or on foot, our step-by-step instructions will help you find your way. Click below for directions to your chosen centre, and let us assist you in planning your journey.
Note: If you're travelling to other sites, including Kangaroo Valley and Loftus, please see your group organiser.
Directions to Blue Mountains Conference Centre
Address: 6 Fels Avenue, Springwood 2777
Head West on the Great Western Highway, going up the mountain. Go through Valley Heights and follow the signs to “Springwood Town Centre”, turning left onto Macquarie Road and passing under the railway line.
Pass Springwood Primary School and turn left on De Chair Avenue. Follow the street round the right to find the entrance to Blue Mountains Conference Centre.
Directions to Port Hacking Conference Centres
Address: Rathane Road, Royal National Park, 2232
Travel on the Princes Highway to the traffic lights 1.5 kilometres south of Sutherland. Turn into the Royal National Park via Farnell Avenue.
You’re not required to pay the park entrance fee - just tell the attendant you’re travelling to the Youthworks Centres. Follow Farnell Avenue through Audley, across the weir and up the hill for 2 kilometres.
Turn left onto Warumbul Road, continuing through the chicanes and following the sealed road onto Rathane Road. Follow the signs to the venue you’ve booked.
Note: Audley Weir is subject to flooding. If the road is closed, detour via McKell Avenue, Waterfall and follow the signs through the National Park.
Directions to Shoalhaven Conference Centres
Address: 439 Koloona Drive, West Cambewarra NSW 2540
Navigate to Nowra. If you are coming from Sydney/Wollongong, turn right onto Illaroo Road immediately before the bridge over the Shoalhaven River. Do not cross the bridge. If coming from south of Nowra, turn left onto Illaroo Road immediately after the bridge.
Continue along Illaroo road for 1.5km, taking the second exit through the roundabout. Continue for 4.5kms, and watch for the Tapitallee suburb sign - the left turn onto Koloona Drive is immediately after. Follow Koloona Drive for 4km to the Shoalhaven Centres entrance sign, and follow the signs to your site.