Terms & Conditions

Booking Amendments

All requests to cancel, transfer, or amend bookings must be made in writing and emailed to info@ritesofpassageinstitute.org. We understand that sometimes, things happen which may impact your ability to attend our programs. We strongly encourage you to take out domestic travel insurance, which will cover you in the event you need to cancel or postpone the program for most reasons outside of your control.

We recommend travel insurance. Policies can cost as little as $40–$100 and cover airfares, accommodation, and program costs. One option worth looking at is Insure and Go a Silver Level cover includes up to $10,000 for accommodation, airfares, and training costs, with a $100 excess. You should undertake your own research to find a policy that suits you.

Cancellation and change fees

More than 10 weeks before the program$50 administration fee
6–10 weeks before the program30% of program cost
4–6 weeks before the program50% of program cost
Within 4 weeks of the programNo refund or credit transfer
Within 4 weeks of commencement, there are no refunds or credit transfers for any reason. We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect yourself against unforeseen circumstances.

Photo Release

The Rites of Passage Institute may, from time to time, capture images, video, and audio on camps and use this material for promotional purposes.

You may opt out of being filmed or photographed either in person whilst on camp, or by emailing info@ritesofpassageinstitute.org prior to the program.

 

Responsibility

I declare that I am taking part in a workshop or training offered by The Rites of Passage Institute of my own free will.

I agree to follow the rules and instructions of the workshop or training given by the facilitator, and I agree to take full responsibility for my actions during my attendance.

 

Health & Safety

I hereby declare that I am not suffering from any psychological or physical illnesses that could put myself, other participants, or the facilitators in any danger or harm’s way.

The Rites of Passage Institute has a Health and Safety protocol including a COVID safety plan in line with government recommendations. I agree to follow the directions of The Rites of Passage Institute.

Consent

I, being the participant and, where applicable, the parent or guardian of a child attending a camp, declare that I understand the activities may involve running and jumping as well as being in the bush, thus exposing myself and my child (where applicable) to situations and physical activities that have an element of risk.

I acknowledge that there will be every reasonable effort made to minimise exposure to known risks. However, all hazards and dangers associated with these activities cannot be foreseen, or may be beyond the control of staff.

 
 

Confidentiality

To protect the privacy of all participants, I agree to maintain confidentiality about the process and information I come to know during this event.

I will respect the identity and privacy of all individuals attending this workshop or training.

Unforeseen Circumstances

In the event of unforeseen circumstances, The Rites of Passage Institute reserves the right to change or cancel camps.
If you have questions about any of these terms, please contact us before registering. We’re happy to clarify anything before you commit.

Questions & Contact

For any questions about these Terms and Conditions, or to submit a cancellation or amendment request, please contact us in writing:
The Rites of Passage Institute Pty Ltd
10 Coopers Ln S, Main Arm, NSW, Australia
By email: info@ritesofpassageinstitute.org
By phone: 02 6698 6158
 

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Questions?
All amendment and cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.