Youth Only SRC Course – SURF RESCUE CERTIFICATE (March/April 2025)

We are excited to offer the first Youth Only Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) course for 2025. This is an amazing opportunity for young people to gain hands-on experience in surf awareness, aquatic rescue operations, and resuscitation—skills essential for becoming part of our lifesaving community!

Course Dates: 🗓 20th March – 17th April 2025 – (Approx. 22hrs Wet/Dry Training, 3hrs Assessment)
📍 Location: Sorrento Surf Club
💰 Cost: $40 per person (payment must be made before starting the online course)

Registration is Open Now!

Deadline: 19th March 2025 (or earlier if the course reaches full capacity of 24 participants).

Compulsory Attendance
To make sure you don’t miss a thing, here are the key dates and times you need to be there:

• 20th March, Thurs: 6:00pm – 8:30pm (Training Room) – Introduction & Course Kickstart
• 13th April, Sun: 8:00am – 12:30pm (Main Beach & Hall)
• 14th April, Mon: 8:00am – 12:30pm (Main Beach & Hall)
• 15th April, Tues: 8:00am – 12:30pm (Main Beach & Hall)
• 16th April, Wed: 8:00am – 12:30pm (Main Beach & Hall)
• 17th April, Thurs: 8:00am – 12:00pm (Main Beach & Hall) – Assessment Day

‼️ Important: All sessions are compulsory. If you miss any session, you will need to defer to the next course. Please ensure you can attend all dates before registering!

To commence training for the Surf Rescue Certificate you must:

• Be a financial member of an SLS club;
• Be at least 13 years of age on the final assessment date;
• Complete an unaided swim of 200 m in 5 minutes or less (goggles and masks permitted) over a measured open water course which will be observed prior to you undertaking any water training or assessment activities.

Additional Swim & Fitness Requirements:

• You will be required to complete a 100m Run / 100m Swim / 100m Run in 5 minutes on assessment day. We will practice this during the course so you’re well-prepared.

Online Training Access
You’ll receive access to the Online Training Portal once registration closes. If the course fills up earlier, access will be provided sooner.

For any questions or more information, don’t hesitate to reach out to:

• Admin Contact: Rachel
• Youth Training Coordinator: Jeff
  📧 Email: youth@sorrentoslsc.org.au
  📱 Text: 0400 320 514