Become a Lifesaver

Every Australian can help save a life. On the sand and in the surf, people just like you step up to the challenge to become lifesavers; to own the coast and love the coast.

Becoming a surf lifesaver is the epitome of a fit and healthy lifestyle. It’s joining a community, making new mates and giving something back to your local community. It’s being your best self. It’s learning and teaching in a supportive environment. Whether it’s patrolling, surf sport comps or training the next generation, our members agree it’s nothing short of rewarding.

Lifesaving is life-changing…

See yourself donning the red and yellow? To become a surf lifesaver you’ll need to join your local SLSC and discuss training opportunities to get you onto patrol. Whichever pathway you take, as a surf lifesaver you’ll learn valuable skills patrolling as a trained volunteer. This means patrolling WA beaches on weekends and public holidays during the surf lifesaving season. You’ll undertake a number of roles, including aquatic rescues, providing first aid and emergency care and providing surf safety information to the public.

If you have obtained your Bronze Medallion, you also become eligible to compete in surf sports events once you fulfil your patrol requirements. 

Find your nearest club here.

Every Australian can help save a life. On the sand and in the surf, people just like you step up to the challenge to become lifesavers.

How do I sign up?

To become a member, visit the members area and follow the steps. Or, please contact Surf Life Saving WA on (08) 9207 6666 or via email.

Want to get involved without patrolling?

No problems, there are heaps of ways to get involved in your local surf club without even getting in the water. Find out more.

Every Australian can help save a life. On the sand and in the surf, people just like you step up to the challenge to become lifesavers.

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Every Australian can help save a life. On the sand and in the surf, people just like you step up to the challenge to become lifesavers.

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Every Australian can help save a life. On the sand and in the surf, people just like you step up to the challenge to become lifesavers.

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Every Australian can help save a life. On the sand and in the surf, people just like you step up to the challenge to become lifesavers.

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