Junior Activity (Nipper) Member (7-13 years)

Junior Activity members can take part in the Nipper program run on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays throughout January. The key word to describe the program is fun, but along the participants also manage to learn surf awareness and surf skills that will enhance their own safety at the beach. There are also opportunities to compete for the club in several Nipper Carnivals held over the life saving season. In 2003/04 there will be not one, but two carnivals held at Waratah. Another reason to join up now!

Cadet Member (13-15 years)

To become a Cadet member candidates are first required to gain their Surf Rescue Certificate. This is normally done by participating in a week long, live in, 'Bronze' training camp at the clubhouse. During a 'Bronze' camps candidates are trained in surf awareness, surf skills, surf rescue techniques, first aid and resuscitation. The camp concludes with an assessment, which if passed, gains the candidate the Surf Rescue Certificate award. This award allows the member to participate in patrol duties under the supervision of a Bronze Medallion holder.

Active Junior (15-18 years)

To become an Active member candidates are first required to gain their Bronze Medallion. This is normally done by participating in a week long, live in, 'Bronze' training camp at the clubhouse. During a 'Bronze' camps candidates are trained in surf awareness, surf skills, surf rescue techniques, first aid, resuscitation and CPR. The camp concludes with an assessment, which if passed, gains the candidate the Bronze Medallion award. This award allows the member to participate in patrol duties initially along side an experienced Bronze Medallion holder.

Active Senior (18 years and over)

To become an Active member candidates are first required to gain their Bronze Medallion. This is normally done by participating in a week long, live in, 'Bronze' training camp at the clubhouse. During a 'Bronze' camps candidates are trained in surf awareness, surf skills, surf rescue techniques, first aid, resuscitation and CPR. The camp concludes with an assessment, which if passed, gains the candidate the Bronze Medallion award. This award allows the member to participate in patrol duties initially along side an experienced Bronze Medallion holder.

Award Member

There are also a range of other awards that permit members to contribute to patrolling activities without the need to gain a Bronze Medallion. Such awards also allow members who may not be physically able to be a valuable member of the patrol team. Awards include First Aid Certificate, Radio Operator Certificate and others.

Active Reserve

Active Reserve membership is reserved for qualified Surf Life Savers who have made a significant contribution to patrolling activities and requires the endorsement of the Club's Management Committee. A significant contribution would typically involve more than ten years service. Active Reserve members are not rostered on regular patrols but are available on an as needed basis.