Beach safe Practical program
A fun, hands-on day at the beach where students learn how to stay safe.
The Beach Safe Practical Program is a hands-on beach day led by qualified lifesavers. It mixes dry and water activities to teach children and adults about sun, surf and beach safety, and helps them build skills and confidence.
Safety messages are part of the fun. They are built into activities like surf negotiation, board paddling and beach games.
The program can be changed to suit your group.
It suits schools and community groups, and is delivered at a beach of your choice.
WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN AND DO
Beach safety
Students learn to spot flags, signs and rips. They find out where lifesavers and lifeguards are and how to signal for help.
Beach activities
Flags, sprints, relays and games.
Water activities
Board paddling, body boarding, dolphin diving, wading and body surfing.
Rescues
Students try tube rescues and board rescues.
Patient care
Students learn the recovery position, how to call 000 and get an intro to CPR.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
- Time: 3 to 6 hours
- Year level: Prep to Year 6, or Year 7 to 12
- Location: A beach of your choice, on request
- Cost: Based on group size, program length and staff needed
WHAT’S INCLUDED
We bring everything needed to run the day safely:
- Qualified lifesavers and a supervisor
- All equipment for the program
- Resuscitation and first aid equipment, if needed
- Extra sunscreen and shade
- Aquatic Safety and Risk Assessment Management Logs
WHAT TO BRING
Each student needs:
- Sun-safe beach clothes they can get wet in
- A water bottle and snacks or lunch
- A hat, and sunscreen put on before activities start
COST AND FUNDING
The price depends on how many students are coming, how long the program runs and how many staff are needed.
Sporting Schools funding: This program can be funded through the Australian Government’s Sporting Schools initiative. Register your school and apply for Surf Life Saving at sportingschools.gov.au.
Bring beach safety to your school
Book a Community Awareness Program for your group and build beach and water safety skills together.
To enquire about a program in your area, fill out the form below.