Across WA, more than 6,500 trained volunteer surf lifesavers dedicate their time to protecting and saving lives along our coastline. In WA, beaches are primarily patrolled between October and April each year, on weekends and public holidays.
Once you join your local club, you can undertake training to become a surf lifesaver. The Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) is available to members aged 13+, while the Bronze Medallion is available to members aged 15+. For those who wish to continue their journey as a lifesaver, they can undertake further training, attain their Silver Medallion and become a Patrol Captain, and even their Gold Medallion, as well as training for additional roles such as IRB and Jet Ski drivers.
Lifesavers undertake a variety of roles on patrol, and not all roles, such as a Radio or Drone Operator, require you to get in the water!
- Protecting beach goers from dangerous conditions
- Performing first aid and emergency care
- Providing safety information to the public
- Roving patrols on foot, in the All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and in the water
- Surveying the beach from the patrol tower
If you’re interested in becoming a surf lifesaver, or upskilling to higher roles, speak with your club’s Director of Lifesaving.
