Surf Club Open Day

MARK YOUR CALENDAR – THE SURF CLUB OPEN DAY WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 26 2012

Have you ever thought about becoming a volunteer surf lifesaver?

On Sunday, 26 August, surf life saving clubs across South East Queensland will be throwing open their doors and rolling out the welcome mats as part of Surf Life Saving’s annual State-wide Open Day. Anyone can be a lifesaver, no matter if you are young or simply young at heart! So if you've ever thought about becoming a surf lifesaver, then the State Open Day is a great opportunity for you to visit your local surf life saving club and see how you can get involved. Register your interest here!

Where can I find my local club?

To view local clubs participating in the Surf Club Open Day please see below.
You can still become a member of your local club even if they are not involved in the day. Click on our beach finder to see your nearest club.
 
What is the Surf Club Open Day?

The volunteer patrol season for most of Queensland runs from September through to May. The Surf Club Open Day is a chance for people to visit their local surf life saving club and see what it's like to be a surf lifesaver. Surf lifesaving offers many opportunities to get involved, beyond patrolling the beach. You can be involved in surf sports, junior activities, communications, operations support and so much more.

It’s a fun and exciting day for all participants with activities varying from club to club including lifesaving demonstrations, club tours, entertainment and sausage sizzles. Members from each club participating will be on hand to explain the benefits of lifesaving and let you know how you can get involved. 
It is also a chance for existing members to renew their membership for the upcoming season.

Who can participate in the Surf Club Open Day?

Lifesaving offers a variety of opportunities for the whole family. From the age of five you can be involved in lifesaving as a nipper. There is no maximum age, so whether you are five or 95 there is a place for everyone. Find out about Surf Life Saving Queensland's membership categories.
 
What happens at the Surf Club Open Day?

Depending on the surf life saving club you can expect to see the clubhouse and how it operates, speak to current members about getting involved in lifesaving and find out what opportunities are available within that club.

Once you’ve seen the club, met the people and found out how you can get involved you can choose to become a member then and there, or take the time to think about it and come back to the club at a suitable time. Remember the patrol season starts in September, so it’s best to sign on early so you can make the most of the entire season.

Why Should I Join Surf Lifesaving?

Surf lifesaving is a great activity for the whole family, it’s a great way to stay healthy and meet new people whilst also giving back to the community. Surf Life Saving Queensland is one of the fastest growing volunteer organisations in Australia with close to 36,000 members across 59 clubs.

There are numerous ways you can get involved in surf lifesaving, even if you don’t want to get your toes wet. So what are you waiting for? Join Today, become a lifesaver. You’ve got what it takes!

Current participating clubs (this will be updated as clubs register)

Register your interest here!