Trainee Lifeguard Programme

Our annual intake is typically April, and open to candidates who are 14+, or turning 14 during the year.

We run five weekend camps between June and October and aim to qualify the cohort by the beginning of the season.

Candidates need to:

  • Swim 400m in a pool under 8-minutes

  • Be run fit (and a good level of general fitness and strength) 

  • Be a current club member

  • Available to participate in training camps throughout the year

  • Commit to learning and developing their knowledge

Please contact clubcaptain@tairuaslsc.com for more information.

Adult Lifeguard Programme

Adults are invaluable to our club. Whether it is assisting with patrols, or being an active member of our summer delivery team, we need and value your help!

Set the standard for your children and complete your own lifeguard qualification, and lead from the front.

Our programme includes evening online lessons along with on-beach training in Tairua. We will work with you to become qualified with the SLSNZ Surf Lifeguard Award.

The exam comprises of: 

  • 400m pool swim in under 9 minutes

  • Rescue releases assessment in the pool

  • Run/swim/run in the surf

  • Tube rescue assessment

  • Practical surf knowledge test and theory exam

Please contact clubcaptain@tairuaslsc.com for more information.

Surf Lifeguard Award Exam Components

Once ready, candidates will complete their Surf Lifesaving New Zealand exam to become a qualified guard. These take place throughout the summer. 

  • 400m pool swim under 9 minutes

  • Run-Swim-Run in the Surf

  • Tube Rescue in the pool and surf

  • First Aid and CPR

  • Communication Signals

  • Radio Communication

  • Theory questions

  • Rescue tows and releases

 

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