Become a Lifesaver
Every Australian can help save a life.
Surf lifesavers are ordinary people, just like you, who have stepped up to the challenge of helping to keep our beaches safe. It is a satisfying, fun and rewarding experience.
What is a Surf Lifesaver?
A surf lifesaver is a trained volunteer that patrols beaches. They undertake many roles, including providing safety information to the public, administering first aid and emergency care, and performing aquatic rescues.
What’s Involved?
It’s great that you’d like to get involved in the movement and make a difference. To become a Surf Lifesaver, you will need to:
Join your local club
Obtain your Bronze Medallion
You’ll receive extensive training from other club members and learn valuable skills working as a trained volunteer. Once you have met specific training requirements, you will spend time patrolling South Australian beaches on weekends and public holidays during the surf lifesaving season. You can expect to undertake many duties, including aquatic rescues, providing first aid and emergency care and providing surf safety information to the public.
Bronze Medallion holding members become eligible to compete in surf sports events upon meeting patrol requirements.
How do I sign up?
To start your lifesaving journey, visit www.sls.com.au/join/ and follow the steps. Or contact Surf Life Saving SA on 08 8354 6900.
Want to get involved with Surf Lifesaving without getting wet?
No problem. There are lots of other ways you can help your local Surf Lifesaving Club keep doing what they do. Find out how you can help here.