Course Overview
The Rookie Lifeguard Programme has been designed to help junior surf members prepare to be a Surf Lifeguard. The Rookie Lifeguard Programme aims to promote “practical lifeguarding” to the younger members and develop strong ties between senior and junior members as a result of involvement.
Course Information
- 13 years of age by the 1st October
- Swim 200 meters in a pool in under 4:30mins
- Current member of a SLS club
- You will be assign to a life guard patrol for the season
- Complete all Rookie Surf Lifeguard Log Book Modules
Topics covered
- Health, sun smart & conservation
- surf and swimming skills
- Role of a surf lifeguard and patrolling
- Signals, flags and radio operations
- Rescue, releases and tube rescue
- First aid and emergency care
- Primary survey and CPR
- Practical surf skills
- Patrol equipment and clubhouse
- You will be assign to a life guard patrol for the season
- Surf life saving club structure and culture
