BRONZE MEDALLION
BRONZE MEDALLION
Join the iconic ‘red and yellow army’ and become a fully qualified surf lifesaver on beach patrol.
The Bronze Medallion is considered the pinnacle of Surf Life Saving patrolling awards. As a Bronze Medallion holder you will have the required skills and knowledge relating to surf awareness, rescue techniques, radio communication, CPR and first aid.
COURSE SUMMARY
The aim of this course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge of basic patrolling and surf awareness in order to be able to participate in lifesaving operations. This is the core award to be a surf lifesaver in Australia.
What do I need to gain my Bronze Medallion?
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- Be a financial member of an SLSQ Life Saving Club.
- Be at least 15 years of age on the final assessment date.
- Complete an unaided swim of 400 m in 9 minutes or less (goggles and masks permitted) in a swimming pool of not less than 25 m, or over a measured open water course which will be observed prior to you undertaking any water training or assessment activities.
