Are you ready to wear the red & yellow?

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the world of Surf Lifesaving, the Port Douglas SLSC offers a variety of pathways and programs to help you achieve your goals, develop your skills, and make a positive impact to our communities.

Even if you are not a strong swimmer we have a role for you, so read on and find out more about how you can join the family!

Bronze Medallion (15 years +)

The Bronze Medallion equips you with essential skills in surf awareness, rescue techniques, radio communication, CPR, and first aid, opening up opportunities for you.

As a Bronze Medallion holder, your responsibilities will include beach patrols, ensuring public safety, potential rescues using a board or tube, and preventive actions.

A Bronze Medallion also opens up the world of Surf Sports for you. With free club training, club boards and skis to use, and the option to compete at local carnivals and state, national and world championships.

What do I need to gain my Bronze Medallion?

Be a financial member of our club
If you are over 18, hold a Blue Card (Free for volunteers)
Be at least 15 years of age on the final assessment date
Complete an unaided swim of 400 m in 9 minutes or less (goggles and masks permitted) in a swimming pool of not less than 25 m, or over a measured open water course which will be observed prior to you undertaking any water training or assessment activities.

How long does a Bronze Medallion course take?

A Bronze Medallion Course takes 4 - 6 days to complete. At the Port Douglas SLSC we run extensive courses and courses that are spread out over 6 - 8 weeks. We work together with our course participants to schedule course dates and make it work for everyone involved.

Surf Rescue Certificate (13 years +)

The Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) is a stepping stone to the full Bronze Medallion.

The Surf Rescue Certificate was originally intended for young people aged between 13 and 15 years, however, anyone over the age of 13 can qualify at this level.

The Surf Rescue Certificate is the minimum standard required for water safety at Nippers and similar events.

What do I need to gain my Surf Rescue Certificate?

Be a financial member of the Port Douglas SLSC
If you are over 18, hold a Blue Card (Free for volunteers)
Be at least 13 years of age
Complete an unaided swim of 200 m in 5 minutes or less (goggles and masks permitted) in a swimming pool of not less than 25 m, or over a measured open water course which will be observed prior to you undertaking any water training or assessment activities.

How long does a SRC course take?

The Surf Rescue Certificate Course takes 4 - 5 days to complete. At the Port Douglas SLSC we run extensive courses and courses that are spread out over 6 - 8 weeks. We work together with our course participants to schedule course dates and make it work for everyone involved.

First Aider (15 years +)

If you are keen to help patrol on the beach, but are not confident in the water – we still need you!

You can be a land-based Lifesaver with a First Aid Certificate combined with an Observers and Radio Award.

What do I need to gain my First Aid Certificate?

Be a financial member of the Port Douglas SLSC
If you are over 18, hold a Blue Card (Free for volunteers)
Be at least 15 years of age

How long does a First Aid, Observer and Radio Award take?

A First Aid Course is done partly online, plus a one day face to face training day. The Observers and Radio Awards are partly online, plus a one-hour practical assesment.

Interested in becoming a Lifesaver?

Complete the form below and we will be in contact with you over the next few days