Junzi
Activities & Challenges
Every Month comes with New Activities and Challenges Leading to Beneficial Outcomes and Character Traits
NOVEMBER 11 - 13, 2022
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: NO
Duration: 3 Days
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Day program
Food: Bring your own lunch (check our most frequent questions about what to bring)
Drop-off Time & Location: November 11, 2022, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: November 13, 2022, 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $900
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Duke of Edinburgh Program Introduction
- Remembrance Day Assembly UBC
- Food Safe Certification
Program Description
Participants will be introduced to the Duke of Edinburgh Program. The Duke of Edinburgh is an international award with the goal of empowering youth to learn and grow through experience, particularly in the outdoors. The participants will select the Duke of Edinburgh award level they wish to seek and will make a plan in order to achieve this goal. The participants will create a SMART plan (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound) in order to achieve success in the Duke of Edinburgh Program.
The Participants will visit UBC to learn about the importance of Remembrance Day.
The group will also learn about food safety- including safe handling and preparation techniques- and at the end of the program they will get a food safety certification.
Character Traits
DECEMBER 17 - 23, 2022
Age: 8 – 18 | Parents are invited for extra fee
Overnight: YES
Duration: 7 Days & 6 Nights
Location: Whistler / Blackcomb Mountains
Accommodation: Phoenix Magnet Academy (PMA) Dormitory
Food: All Meals Provided
Drop-off Time & Location: December 17, 2022, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: December 23, 2022, 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $3,175 for skier/snowboarder schedule (must be able to ski Blue Runs) | $2,775 for non-skier/snowboarder schedule
Price includes activity fees, food, accommodation, transportation, ski tickets, and tax. Does not include ski/snowboard lessons and rentals
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
Skier/snowboarder Schedule
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Snowshoeing
- Ice Fishing
Non-skier/snowboarder Schedule
- Wilderness Skills
- Snowshoeing
- Ice Fishing
- Tobogganing
- Ice Skating
Program Description
Character Traits
JANUARY 14 - 15 & 28 - 29, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: YES
Duration: 4 Days & 2 Nights
Location: Squamish
Accommodation: Phoenix Magnet Academy (PMA) Dormitory
Food: All Meals Provided
Drop-off Time & Location: January 14, 2023 & January 28, 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: January 15, 2023 & January 29, 2023, 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $900 (In the 6 month option – not possible to book separately)
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, food, accommodation, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- First Aid Training
- Spring Break Trip Planning
Program Description
The participants will take first aid training and learn basic first aid and CPR principles. At the end of the training the participants will get their first aid certification. The group will also spend time creating an itinerary and planning for the Spring Break Trip.
Character Traits
FEBRUARY 4 - 5, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: YES
Duration: 2 Days & 1 Night
Location: Squamish
Accommodation: Phoenix Magnet Academy (PMA) Dormitory
Food: All Meals Provided
Drop-off Time & Location: February 4, 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: February 5, 2023 & 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $360 (In the 6 month option – not possible to book separately)
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, food, accommodation, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Spring Break Trip Preparation
Program Description
The group will spend time preparing for the Spring Break Trip.
Character Traits
FEBRUARY 18 - 20, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: YES
Duration: 3 Days & 2 Nights
Location: TBD
Accommodation: Phoenix Magnet Academy (PMA) Dormitory
Food: All Meals Provided
Drop-off Time & Location: February 18, 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: February 20, 2023, 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $1,250
Price includes activity fees, food, accommodation, transportation, ski tickets, and tax. Does not include ski/snowboard lessons and rentals
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Ski Trip
Program Description
The participants will go on a ski trip! On the trip, the group will learn and/or improve the ability to snowboard or ski.
Character Traits
MARCH 11 - 20, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: YES
Duration: 10 Days & 9 Nights
Location: TBD
Accommodation: TBD
Food: All Meals Provided
Drop-off Time & Location: March 11, 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: March 20, 2023 & 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $6,000 (In the 6 month option – not possible to book separately)
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, food, accommodation, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Spring Break Trip of Group’s choice
Program Description
The participants will go on a Spring Break Trip of their choice that was planned in January and February.
Character Traits
APRIL 7 - 8, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: NO
Duration: 2 Days
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Day program
Food: Bring your own lunch (check our most frequent questions about what to bring)
Drop-off Time & Location: April 7 & 8, 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: April 7 & 8, 2023, 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $800
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- 30h of Community Service as required for BC High School Graduation
Program Description
Community service is a way for teens to positively contribute to society and learn the benefits of helping others. 30 hours of community service is required in order to graduate high school in British Columbia. In this program participants will do 30 hours of community service of their choice.
Character Traits
MAY 20 - 22, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: NO
Duration: 3 Days
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Day program
Food: Bring your own lunch (check our most frequent questions about what to bring)
Drop-off Time & Location: May 20, 21, and 22 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: May 20, 21, and 22, 2023 & 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $800 (only possible to book either together with June or as 6 month option)
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Duke of Edinburgh Preparation
Program Description
The participants will prepare for their Duke of Edinburgh award and begin the actionable steps in order to achieve their goals.
Character Traits
JUNE 10 - 11 & JUNE 30 - JULY 2, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: YES
Duration: 5 Days & 4 Night
Location: Squamish
Accommodation: Phoenix Magnet Academy (PMA) Dormitory
Food: All Meals Provided
Drop-off Time & Location: June 10 & 30, 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: June 11 & July 2, 2023, 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: $1,100 (only possible to book either together with May or as 6 month option)
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, food, accommodation, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Duke of Edinburgh Adventure Journey – Bronze
- Duke of Edinburgh Adventure Journey – Silver
Program Description
The participants will complete an expedition which meets the requirements for the Adventurous Journey portion of the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze + Silver Award (3 days, 2 nights hiking trip).
Character Traits
JULY TBD, 2023
Age: 13 – 18
Overnight: TBD
Duration: TBD
Location: TBD
Accommodation: TBD
Food: TBD
Drop-off Time & Location: July TBD 2023, 9 AM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Pick-up Time & Location: July TBD, 2023 & 4 PM at 3454 West 36th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6N 2R9 (VOS Office)*
Price: Included in the 6 month option
Price includes all instruction, activity fees, transportation, and tax.
*Meeting and returning times are subject to change. Updates for any changes will be provided in a timely manner.
Activities
- Graduation and Celebration
Program Description
The participants will have a ceremony to look back and reflect on their hard work and share their experiences on the program.