YOUTH PATHWAYS COURSES

Surf Life Saving WA offers a range of free courses delivered in person and online throughout the season, to introduce members to the roles available to them.
Hours accrued in performing any of the roles below are counted towards the SLSWA Youth Recognition Program.
Download the Youth Pathway Calendar
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Youth Official

Every surf sports competition needs a dedicated and well trained team of officials. The Youth Official course will teach you to become an impartial and balanced judge across all surf sport competition disciplines.

Covering officiating roles including timekeeping, marshal, check starter, and more, you will learn the basic skills and knowledge of all officiating disciplines and fulfil your official obligations with accuracy, consistency and a high degree of integrity.