YOUTH CAMPS

Youth camps give young members the opportunity to build lifesaving, leadership and teamwork skills in a fun, challenging and supportive environment. Designed for members for ages 13 - 17 years old, the camps help participants explore future pathways, strengthen their practical skills and take part in activities ranging from personal development and team building to advanced lifesaving and emergency operations. Along the way, you’ll build confidence, form connections with other young members from across the state and prepare for the next stage of your Surf Life Saving journey.

Youth Develepment Camp (14-15)
Lifesaving Development Camp (16-17)

Youth Development Camp

What is it?

The U14/15 Youth Development Camp is a three-day, two-night program that introduces young members to pathways toward becoming senior patrolling members at their club. You'll develop lifesaving, leadership, teamwork and personal skills while connecting with other young lifesavers in a supportive camp environment.

Where can it lead?

This can help prepare you for the Lifesaving Development Camp, Emerging Leaders Program and senior patrolling pathways. 

What are the requirements?

  • Be in the U14 or U15 age group

  • Be a current active member

  • Hold a Surf Rescue Certificate or Bronze Medallion

  • Be endorsed by your club

Lifesaving Development Camp

What is it?

The Lifesaving Development Camp is a five-day program for members aged 16 to 17 that develops advanced lifesaving, leadership and aquatic search and rescue skills. You'll complete advanced Surf Life Saving awards, including a Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue), through challenging and rewarding emergency operations activities and scenarios.

Where can it lead?

This can lead to advanced Emergency Operations, leadership and aquatic search and rescue pathways.

What are the requirements?

  • Be in the 16 - 17 age group

  • Be a current active member

  • Hold a Surf Rescue Certificate or Bronze Medallion

  • Be endorsed by your club

  • Be able to swim 400m in eight minutes

Ready to start your journey?

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Contact us

If you have any further inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us via development@surflifesavingsa.com.au or by calling 8354 6900 during office hours.