SAVING LIVES ACROSS SA BEACHES AND WATERWAYS
Surf Life Saving South Australia (SLSSA) is one of the state’s most iconic and highly trusted volunteer organisations, working tirelessly on the frontline, and behind the scenes, of coastal and in-land water safety.
Dedicated to protecting the lives of locals and visitors alike, over 9,000 members from 22 clubs volunteer more than 80,000 hours a year along South Australia’s coastline from Whyalla to Beachport.
From the land, water and sky, South Australia’s passionate and diverse team of surf lifesavers patrol every weekend and public holiday between October and April, while the State Emergency Operations Group (EOG) operate 24/7 response teams consisting of Rescue Water Craft (jetskis), Jet Rescue Boats, RPAS (drones), and the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter.
But the red and yellow flags are just one part of the story. Beyond emergency and rescue services, SLSSA provides surf sport competition, vital training and water safety education across metro, regional and rural locations, and, importantly, a community hub and place of belonging. By taking a holistic approach to water safety, SLSSA strives to build stronger, connected and inclusive communities, and safer beaches and waterways for all.
Safety Resources.
We want all South Australians and visitors to have the opportunity to enjoy our beaches and waterways safely year-round. We have an extensive library of multi-lingual resources on various beach safety topics.
Get Involved.
When you get involved with Surf Life Saving, you are doing more than just joining a club. It’s about helping to protect the community while becoming a part of one.
Education & Training.
Learn a skill that could save a life - on and off the beach. Surf Life Saving SA has been providing a range of lifesaving and first aid courses to organisations, individuals and the community for over thirty years.
Water Safety Programs.
Surf Life Saving SA offers a range of beach and inland water safety programs designed to ensure that all community members have the chance to be educated in a way that is suited to their needs.
Surf Sports.
Surf Sports showcase the skills and physical abilities required to save a life. Unlike any other sporting code in the world, the intent of our competition is to aid in developing the skills necessary to carry out Surf Life Saving’s core purpose - saving lives.
Support Us.
Your support helps us to keep saving lives. There are many ways you can support Surf Life Saving SA to keep providing critical beach safety services, including regular donations, workplace giving, or getting involved with one of our Fundraising Events or Appeals.
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Our valued partners help us deliver on our vision of zero preventable deaths in South Australian waters, while also enabling us to fulfil our mission of saving lives and building connected, inclusive communities.
A partnership with Surf Life Saving SA reaches all corners of the community, and will position your business alongside one of Australia’s most trusted community organisations.
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