Youth Leadership Training Program - RYLA

When is RYLA?
RYLA 2012 will be held from  June 10-16th, 2012 at SUNY, College in Fredonia, New York.

Who can apply?
Rotary clubs are looking for applicants who have demonstrated ability as leaders in their community. Applicants do not necessarily have to have been a student body president or captain of a team. The ideal “RYLArian” is a person with good character, a constructive attitude and a desire to share with others, who will benefit from a concentrated exercise in leadership, communications and personal development.

How Do I apply?
Step 1-Fill out registration form
Step 2-Find and contact your local rotary club- Please follow the directions that will be emailed to you after receiving your application form.

What can I expect from the RYLA experience?
Here are just a few comments from RYLA Alumni,

“I feel so privileged to have been selected for this program. Please don’t ever stop this program. Ever!

“I have experienced an event that has changed my outlook on life entirely.”

“What I liked most were the lasting relationships that were formed and how we learned so much about each other in such a short time.”

Who pays for RYLA?
For 2012, the program cost is $670 US per participant. Rotary clubs across District 7090 pay the cost of registrations on behalf of the candidates they select. There is no cost to the RYLA participant.

The payment must be sent to the Registrar with completed application Form. There are NO REFUNDS, so it is suggested you may want to select an alternate participant.

IMPORTANT DATES
Early registration  – April 6th, 2012 – $625
Final deadline – May 10th, 2012

CAPACITY OF THE PROGRAM
Approximately 45 participants

Testimonials

"I learned so much about myself. I didn't anticipate that!"

"GREAT program! Thank you for everything!"

"Yes, I have experienced and event that has changed my outlook on life entirely!"

"Just wanted to say thank you for changing my life!"

"Great overall experience! Staff could not have made it any better!"

"Keep up the great work"

"I HEART RYLA!"

"Such a great time I will never forget"

"The entire program was fantastic. My favourtie part however was working in teams to build a fundraising project where we got to utilize our new skills"

"I wish the week had never ended!"

"This program went way beyond what I expected. I left a much better person than I came. THANK YOU to all Rotarians and RYLA staff that made it possible"

RYLA 7090 Community Partners

FPM3 Marketing - Hamilton, Ontario

2012 Program Overview

2012 RYLA 7090 Program Overview (PDF)

2012 RYLA Brochure

RYLA 7090 2012 Brochure