Choose a surf life saving club that suits you. This could depend on how close it is to your home, the size of the Club, or if you have friends and family associated with a Club. You can contact the Club to chat to go over any questions and to make sure they suit your needs, however the general process to sign up is below!
Once you’ve picked your Club, you will need to register through Surf Life Saving Australia. You'll select your Club, fill in your details, and pay the registration fee (which varies by club). After signing up, you’ll receive a unique login to access your account and education portal.
After registration, it’s time to start your training. The first step is to apply for a Blue Card (required for all lifesavers) and complete online and skills training. experience and wellbeing.
After your training, your Club will schedule you for patrol shifts during the volunteer lifesaving season. The minimum requirement is 25 hours per season. Each patrol will have a variety of people, a great way to meet new people and have support on hand.
Each year, you'll need to complete a "skills maintenance" to stay up to date with any changes and ensure the safety of everyone on the beach. Think of this as a refresher to what you’ve learnt previously.