Become a Lifesaver at Tamarama

Join one of Surf Life Saving Australia's Foundation Clubs and become part of Tamarama's proud lifesaving tradition. Completing the Bronze Medallion (Certificate II in Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue) or Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) qualifies you to patrol Tamarama Beach in the iconic red and yellow uniform.

In Spring 2026 we are running two cohorts concurrently. Both cohorts will be 9 weeks in total including a weeknight and weekend session per week.

• Saturday Cohort: 16 September 2026 to 14 November 2026
• Sunday Cohort: 16 September 2026 to 15 November 2026

Information Evenings

• Tuesday 25 August 7pm (online)
• Wednesday 26 August 7pm (at Tamarama SLSC, 1A Pacific Avenue, Tamarama NSW 2026)
• Thursday 27 August 7pm (online)

Qualifying Timed Swims

Qualifying timed swims will be held at Prince Alfred Park Pool near Central Station 

• Saturday, 29 August 2026 - Prince Alfred Park Pool - 10am - 11am
• Sunday, 30 August 2026 - Prince Alfred Park Pool - 10am - 11am
• Saturday, 5 September 2026 - Prince Alfred Park Pool - 10am - 11am
• Sunday, 6 September 2026 - Prince Alfred Park Pool - 10am - 11am

Women and Gender Diverse Swim 

For women and gender diverse candidates, two Inclusive Swim sessions will be held on at 9am Saturday 22nd August and Sunday 30th of August, at North Bondi. 
These are events with a dual purpose: a chance to catch up, socialise and get in the water with other women and gender diverse folks, and to provide a swimming primer for women and gender diverse people looking to join our next Bronze Medallion cohort.

Sign up here

Minimum Requirements

• Complete the 9-week course, including Wednesday evenings and Saturday or Sunday training sessions.
• Complete self-paced learning, a five-hour shadow patrol, and attend a course for First Aid.
• Swim 400 metres freestyle in a pool in under nine minutes (Bronze Medallion).
• Attend all scheduled sessions. Missing a session may mean you cannot continue with the course.
• Commit to patrolling Tamarama Beach for one half-day every three weeks during the patrol season (September to April).

What You'll Gain

• Lifesaving, rescue and first aid skills
• Improved surf swimming and board paddling
• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive club community
• Access to club training, equipment and surf sports opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference by keeping our beach safe

Course Outline

Tamarama's dedicated volunteer education team ensures a 100% pass rate, and we believe you’ll pass if you commit to the course. After completing the course, you'll be assigned to a patrol and volunteer at the beach for one weekend morning or afternoon (4-5 hours) about every three weeks. Our club trains those who want to be long-term members and help patrol the beach for many seasons.

The information below is an indication of what to expect and may slightly differ between courses.

Dates for Spring 2026 

Fees

The following fees include all training and materials for the Bronze Medallion or SRC course, first aid course, patrol uniform, training pink rash vest and keys to the club. Includes 2 Years of Membership Fees (valued $100 per year) and uniform.

* Full time student, pensioner or unemployed, please bring proof of concession with you. Parents or Guardians of Children who are Cadet (Under 15) Members or enrolled in Tamarama SLSC Nippers may access this concession rate. New Surf Life Saving members under 30 can also benefit from this concession rate.

** Tamarama is committed to gender diversity within our inclusive club. We offer a 2-for-1 deal to all groups of 2 women, and to any trans, gender diverse and/or non-binary folks and their friend.

Saturday cohort schedule:

Sunday cohort schedule: