About Us
A PEACEFUL ISLAND Escape with Everything You Need
Whether you’re planning a school camp, family reunion, corporate or conferencing event, team building day, or weekend away – CYC The Island has a place for you! Situated on 2.5 hectares of landscaped gardens, CYC The Island is nestled about 700m away from Cowes Beach, the picturesque township and a short drive to Phillip Island’s world-renowned tourist attractions. Relax and explore the facility itself or browse among the many foreshore shops and cafes, while soaking up the sun, surf and sand.
This intimate and beautifully landscaped retreat offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. With ensuited, climate-controlled accommodation, dedicated group spaces, and a range of self-catering or fully catered options, it’s an easy-to-supervise site designed for comfort, convenience and connection.
From action-packed activities to peaceful escapes, CYC The Island Camp provides the ultimate setting for schools, churches, and community groups to recharge, explore and grow together.
Our Accomodation & Facilities
The Ultimate Destination for Learning & Adventure
At CYC The Island, we provide more than accommodation, we create camp experiences that are simple to organise and unforgettable to enjoy. With flexible spaces, purpose-built facilities, and dedicated support from our team, every visit is designed to inspire personal growth, strengthen group bonds and turn moments into memories.
Spacious & Self-Contained for Maximum Convenience
Seafarer cabins & Mariner lodges offer separate, fully equipped spaces, eliminating the need to share while providing dedicated areas for dining, meetings, and recreation, so your group can focus, connect, and recharge without disruption. Combined, it accommodates 200+ guests,
Prime Location with Easy Access to Attractions
Located just minutes from safe sandy beaches and Cowes township. Perfectly positioned for on-site fun and exciting excursions like the Penguin Parade, Seal Rocks observatory and Koala Conservation Centre (all within 15 minutes drive).
The Perfect Balance of Adventure & Reflection
Enjoy a mix of high-energy sports and team-building challenges, as well as quiet spaces for study, reflection and meaningful discussions.
Flexible Catering to Suit Your Group’s Needs
Enjoy chef-prepared meals crafted by our experienced catering team, or opt for a self-catered experience using our fully equipped modern kitchen and dining space, perfect for smaller groups. Whatever your preference, we make meal planning simple and stress-free for teachers, leaders, and coordinators.
Our Identity & Mission
The Heart of CYC The Island Is Our People
What makes camps at CYC The Island so memorable isn’t just the activities or facilities. It’s the people who welcome you, serve you and walk alongside your group throughout your stay. Our team is dedicated to building community, encouraging connection and creating an environment where every guest feels safe, supported and engaged.
Fantastic Camp Accommodation & Facilities
Equipped with Space for Comfort & Connection
Located on 2.5 hectares of landscaped gardens, CYC The Island is designed to host school groups, youth retreats and community camps in one all‑inclusive setting. Each area features modern ensuite rooms with central heating and enjoys its own air‑conditioned dining, meeting and indoor recreation spaces, ensuring both comfort and privacy for every group.
Modern Ensuited Guest Rooms
Heated, modern ensuited cabins and lodge-style rooms accommodating over 200 guests. Each space features private bathrooms, sturdy bunks and comfortable layouts.
Multiple Function & Breakout Rooms
Flexible indoor spaces available across the site for group meetings, small-group sessions or workshop-style programmes. Great for performances, discussion and reflection.
Indoor Auditorium & Gymnasium
A full-size indoor gym hall with conference-style function room features, ideal for large-group sessions, assemblies, indoor sports or rainy-day programs.
Easy beach access
Cowes beach is just a short walk from our site, offering easy access to the sand and sea for guests to enjoy.
Sports Ovals
Well-maintained grass ovals for sports, group games and team challenges that offer plenty of open space for football, wide games, ball sports and group outdoor activities.
Onsite activities
Guests can enjoy a range of programmed activities, including a low-ropes course, giant swing, flying fox, archery, abseiling tower, the Circatron, and indoor and outdoor sports facilities.
Catering Service
CYC’s in-house catering prepares full meal services for large groups, ensuring hearty, balanced meals that match active camp schedules while catering for various dietary needs.
Self-Catering Kitchen & Dining Areas
For smaller groups or self-managed stays, modern kitchens and dining rooms are provided to give groups flexibility to cook and serve meals themselves when preferred.
Heated outdoor pool
Extensive active spaces including a solar-heated 20 metre swimming pool, indoor climbing wall, low-ropes course, giant swing, flying fox, archery, and both indoor and outdoor sports options.
Our Values & Ethos
The passion Behind CYC The Island
At CYC The Island, our values shape every camp experience. We’ve created a welcoming place where groups can reconnect, grow together, and find rest. Surrounded by nature and supported by our caring team, each stay is designed to build community, deepen relationships and leave a positive impact long after you head home.
Faith-Centred: As part of CYC, our purpose is grounded in Christian faith and the belief that every person is valued, cared for and loved by God.
Inclusive & Accessible: We aim to make every guest feel welcome, offering accessible facilities and opportunities for all groups to participate fully.
Connection & Community: Through shared meals, group activities and time outdoors, we want this to be a place where friendships form and community grows.
Rest & Reflection: Our peaceful on-site setting encourages guests to pause, breathe and recharge in a supportive environment.
Excellence in Service: From planning to farewell, our team is committed to making your entire camp smooth, enjoyable and memorable.
The Island FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Explore our most common questions about CYC The Island, from accommodation and catering to activities, safety and bookings, so you can plan your camp with ease.
CYC The Island provides the perfect environment for groups to connect, collaborate and unwind. Whether your group shares a common passion, skill, or purpose, The Island offers comfortable accommodation, flexible spaces with activities that encourage teamwork and friendship. From shared meals to adrenaline adventures, every experience is designed to bring people closer together and create memories that last long after camp ends.
We know organising a camp can be overwhelming, which is why our custom-built MYCYC portal does the heavy lifting for you. Easily manage dietary needs, room allocations, schedules and communications in one place, so you can focus on your group, not the paperwork.
Our MYCYC portal makes managing dietary restrictions, and meal planning simple. With real-time access, you can update guest information, communicate directly with our site staff, and ensure every participant’s needs are met—seamlessly and stress-free.
Our campsite are designed for comfort, convenience and adventure, offering spacious group accommodations, fully catered meals and a range of onsite activities—so everything you need is in one place.
With activities like the Low Ropes Course, Flying Fox, Water Action Tower, Mountain Boarding and Archery, guests can challenge themselves and build confidence. While team sports like basketball, volleyball and canoe races—including a lake play area – help build teamwork and leadership skills.
We encourage group leaders to visit and explore the facilities firsthand, ensuring the space meets your group’s needs and giving you peace of mind before your camp begins.
CYC is a Christian organisation and our core ministry focuses on faith-based Holiday Camps during school holidays. However, when hosting schools, corporate retreats, sports teams, or special interest groups, we are fully respectful of different beliefs and do not preach or provide religious instruction unless specifically requested by the group.
Our focus for all groups is to provide exceptional camp experiences in a welcoming and inclusive environment, ensuring that everyone enjoys their time without pressure or expectations around faith. If you have any concerns, we encourage an open conversation to tailor your camp experience to suit your group’s needs.
We could not be in a more safe location on Phillip Island, as literally across the road from our site is the Phillip Island Community Hospital ‘The Hub’. It is a 24 hour medical facility.
This would fall under part of each facility’s emergency plan. All campers are made aware of the emergency evacuation procedures upon arrival at camp. Refer resource page.
Depending what size your group is, there is a chance you will share the site with another group.
Program: Each group has their own host, seperate activity program and activity groups. They will at times share common areas during free time.
Dining: Your group will have a designated seating area and seperate servery. Our dining hosts facilitate main meals in the dining room to ensure there is clear instruction and flow.
Accomodation: Your group will have seperate accommodation areas.
Luggage: Your group will have designated luggage zones for drop off and pick up via bus.
Rest assured this process is well managed by site staff.
Explore CYC’s incredible campsites and create unforgettable experiences full of adventure, faith and community. Book your spot today!
