Surf sports and friendly competition is one of the foundations of the lifesaving movement. Whether you’re a junior member aspiring to be a professional iron man or woman, or an experienced athlete keen to beat the world’s best, members of all shapes and sizes have the opportunity to test their lifesaving skills and build extra fitness by participating in various sporting competitions across the year. Regular surf sport carnivals are held across both summer & winter months, from local and branch-run competitions to national and international championships.
While the competition is fierce, surf sports thrive upon the enthusiastic and friendly spirit of competitors, encouraged by a shared passion for the surf and a commitment to saving lives.
There are many different disciplines to be involved in all year round, including:
To be eligible to compete in most SLSA/SLSQ competitions, athletes must: