ROOKIE LIFEGUARD PROGRAMME
2023_24 Rookie Lifeguard Programme Registration
The Rookie Lifeguard Programme has been designed to help junior surf members prepare to be a Surf Lifeguard. It 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 surf members wishing to become a Surf Lifeguards next season.
COURSE INFORMATION
Pre-requisites:
Be 13 years of age by the 1st October 2022
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
For further information please contact Billy Fulton 021 615314 or email billy.fulton@naylorlove.co.nz
Francesca Purcell 021 1224724 or email frannath@gmail.com or 021 1224724