WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
What to expect from camp.
The Gathering is a youth summer camp that brings together teenagers from multiple churches for an unforgettable few days of faith, fun, and friendship.
Expect powerful worship, inspiring Bible sessions, exciting sports and games, late-night hangs, great food, and plenty of opportunities to build community and make new friends.
The Gathering is a place to encounter God, grow in your faith, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Dorm Life
The dorms at The Gathering are more than just a place to sleep… They're where friendships are built, late-night conversations happen, and unforgettable memories are made. Designed with youth groups in mind, the dorms offer a comfortable space to recharge after action-packed days filled with games, worship, adventures, and fun. With a welcoming atmosphere and shared spaces that bring people together, it's the perfect place to connect, laugh, grow in faith, and create moments you'll be talking about long after camp is over.
Tenting Life
Love the outdoors? Bring your own tent and enjoy the full camp experience under the stars! Extra showers and toilet facilities will be available for campers, so you can enjoy the adventure without missing out on the essentials. It's the perfect option for those who love fresh air, great company, and making unforgettable memories in the outdoors.
Leaders on Camp
We have an incredible group of leaders who join us from the various partner churches. These leaders are equipped and trained to look after our teens well. Training includes safeguarding, prayer ministry, pastoral care and much more. All leaders seek to serve like Christ and love the teens as He loves us!
It is our heart to have leaders who faithfully disciple teens and raise the next generation to know Christ and live for His name and renown.
If you are a leader from one of our partner churches please signup for camp by clicking the button below
Itinerary
Tuesday 5 Jan
Arrivals
9:30-11AMWelcome Session
11:30 amLunch
12:30pmWild Afternoon
2:00pmSports and Free Time
3:30pmDinner
5:30 PMBig Session
6:30PMWild Night
8:30PM
Lights Out
10:30 PMWednesday 6 Jan
Prayer on the Stairs
7:30Breakfast
8:00AMBig Session
9:00AMChurch Time
9:45AMWorkshops
10:30amSports & Curated Connection
11:45AMLunch
1:00PMWild Afternoon
2:00PMSports/Curated Connection/Free Time
3:30PM
Dinner
5:30PM
Big Session
6:30PM
Wild Night
8:30PM
Lights Out
10:30PM
Thursday 7 Jan
Prayer on the Stairs
7:30AMBreakfast
8:00AMBig Session
9:00AMChurch Time
9:45AMWorkshops
10:30amSports & Curated Connection
11:45AMLunch
1:00PMWild Afternoon
2:00PMSports/Curated Connection/Free Time
3:30PM
The Annual Belly Flop Competition
4:30PM
Dinner
5:30PM
Big Session
6:30PM
Praise Party
8:30PM
Lights Out
10:30PM
Friday 8 Jan
7:30Prayer on the Stairs
Breakfast
8:00AMSports Finals
9:00AMChurch Time
10:00AMFinal Session
10:45amPickup
12:30PM
Frequently Asked Questions
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5th - 8th of January 2027
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Head to the Gathering Page of this website and click on the sign-up for your chosen option
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Bergkroon Faith Centre in Wellington.
All campers are required to make their own provision of transport to camp. Certain churches may offer transport, contact your youth pastor for more information.
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All leaders are trained in safeguarding.
We have a paramedic on site throughout camp.
There is a designated security team of leaders who patrol each evening
We aim to keep a 5 teen to 1 leader ratio to ensure all teens are looked after well
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Electronic devices while not prohibited are highly discouraged. We aim to create a digital detox environment.
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The venue and catering team accommodate major dietary needs (eg vegetarian), however if teens needs are more complex they can ask to bring along their own food and get a discounted camp price. Parents can list specific dietary requirements during registration.
Should a teen have any medical condition their youth pastor should be informed in order for sufficient provision to be made for them.
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Campers should pack comfortable clothes, bedding/sleeping bag, toiletries, a towel, swimming costumes, sunscreen, hat, a Bible, and a notebook. A complete packing checklist is provided upon registration.
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The camp fee covers all accommodations, meals, snacks, camp materials, activities, and a camp pack. T-shirts are however sold separately.
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We do our best to group friends from the same age group or local church together. If your teen has a specific request they may reach out to their Youth Pastor directly.
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The camp is designed for High School students from incoming Grade 8s to out going Matrics.
Thus the youngest who may attend in 2027 are the Grade 8s of 2027 and the oldest are the Matrics of 2026.
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The deadline for registration and payments is the 31st of October 2026.
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Refunds may be requested a month prior to the camps start date. However will not be given should you cancel within the month before due to venue and catering costs.
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Sleeping quarters and bathrooms are completely separated by gender, with leaders monitoring this.
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