Rooted Life Adventures

For someone wanting to embark on a new journey, unsure of what the next steps to take and feeling lost, this is the perfect place to grow. I went on the 6-week supported gap year for women in February 2026, in Byron Bay, where I have permanently moved to now! I have improved my self-confidence, my relationships with the community around me, and found a place where I feel love from everyone. This community is not temporary, as 7 months later I'm living in the same place I had my program, with one girl from my program too! This was a place where I feel I truly belonged and seen for who I am. The staff is full of life-changing mentors, there for every step of your personal discovery. Our nights consisted of dancing in the kitchen, days included spending time at the beach, and learning more about ourselves each day. The entire staff creates a place where you can play, have fun, and be silly, but also gives space to encourage vulnerability and promote connection, healing and growth. Each bond I have with every person is sacred here, and the amount of love created in this place is so pure. This place was a reset, an opportunity to find community, build my confidence, and create pathways for new adventures. I am forever grateful that I have had the chance to go on this program, and I would not have changed it for the world.

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I had such a great time with Rooted Life because they made the traveling logistics easy, hired great counselors and made the whole experience life changing. Austin and Mechi handeled most of the logistics and did a fantastic job while Liam, Peter and Molly were really invloved in getting to know each student. Rooted Life did a very good job at making me and everyone feel included. New zealand overall was beautiful. The Program allowed us to see all over the south island of New Zealand. Milford sound was one of my favorite. This program is awesome and met 2 really good friends who I am still in contact with. 10/10 experience. Highly recommend