Exploring all aspects of the beach including wave types, rip currents, sea creatures and lifesavers, the interactive ‘Introduction to BeachSAFE’ session will prepare people of all backgrounds and ages for Australia’s dynamic coastline.

Delivered by trained Surf Life Saving instructors who have extensive experience in beach environments and how to be BeachSAFE, specifically in WA, this session delivered at your school, community group or local surf club can be tailored for all ages and levels of beach knowledge.

The course will cover key BeachSAFE principles of Supervision, Aquatic Education, First Aid and CPR and Emergency Preparedness and introduce participants to our valuable lifesaving services.

BeachSAFE Introduction

Duration:

  • 1 hour session – Face-to-face instructional and classroom-based
  • 2 hour session – 1 hour instructional classroom based and 1 hour beach based activities

Beach venues: From Fremantle to Mullaloo (or as discussed)

For more information on how we can tailor our BeachSAFE programs to suit your group, please contact the SLSWA Training Team via email or (08) 9207 6666


Rottnest Island BeachSAFE Program

Enhance your school camp experience on Wadjemup/Rottnest Island with Surf Life Saving WA’s BeachSAFE Program.

Dates: Monday, 15 July to Friday, 20 September

Program Highlights

  • Focus on Rottnest Island’s marine environment and unique coastal hazards.
  • Choose between 2-hour or 4-hour sessions.
  • Tailored Programs: Instructional only, practical beach sessions, or a mix of both, adapted to any group size or student age.
  • Fun and interactive sessions suited to your group’s knowledge and ability level.

Instructional sessions – cover ocean hazard identification, sustainability, local sea creatures, and basic emergency steps.

Practical beach sessions – include water safety tips, aquatic rescue tips, and fun beach activities.

Customisable Sessions – adjusted based on group size, age, and specific requirements

Rottnest booking information – secure the use of the Main Hall with Stay Rottnest via Group.Bookings@rottnestisland.com before booking your BeachSAFE session. If the Main Hall is unavailable, classroom activities will be held at the Army Groyne Public Beach Shelter.