Course Overview
The Rookie Lifeguard Programme has been designed to help junior 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.
The target audience for this programme is 13-year-old junior members wishing to become a Surf Lifeguards next season.
Course Information
Pre-requisites:
- Be 13 years of age by the 1st October
- Be able to swim 200 meters in a pool under 4:30mins
- Current member of a SLS club
Duration: Variable depending on competence and instruction structure 2-8 weeks
Delivered by: Club Rookie Lifeguard coordinators
Who should complete it: Anyone interested in becoming a Surf Lifeguard in years to come
Candidate requirements:
- Participate in four patrols (no less than 12 hours in total)
- Complete all Rookie Surf Lifeguard Log Book Modules
Topics Covered
- Health, sun smart & conservation
- Surf & swimming skills
- Role of a surf lifeguard and patrolling
- Signals, flags & radio operations
- Rescue, releases & tube rescue
- First aid & emergency care
- Primary survey & CPR
- Practical surf skills
- Patrol equipment & clubhouse
- Surf Life Saving Club structure and culture
Outcomes
At the completion of the qualification candidates will be able to:
- Identify the role of a Surf Lifeguard
- Demonstrate a range of Surf Lifeguard skills
Online Resources
Online Download: 2020-21 Rookie Coordinators Manual
Online Download: 2020-21 Rookie Lifeguard Workbook