Attaining a lifesaving award will enable you to become part of one of Surf Lifesaving Australia’s Foundation Clubs, and part of Tamarama’s iconic lifesaving heritage.
But more than that, you will join a community of inclusive, like-minded individuals, that before you know it, become part of your family. Our recent graduates give you an insight into the life-changing experience that is the Bronze Medallion.
The Bronze Medallion (Certificate II in Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue) or the Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) are the qualifications you need to wear the famous Red & Yellow uniform and patrol the beach to keep Tamarama safe.
While not on my bingo card for 2024, completing my Bronze Medallion at Tamarama SLSC was easily a highlight for me.
Inclusivity is the fabric that truly binds the club together, creating a ripple effect that fosters one of the most nurturing and inspiring environments to grow and thrive as a lifesaver.
Reflecting on the Tama Bronzie course, for me, the biggest “pinch me” moment has been realising how fortunate I was to learn from trainers (who are more like mentors), tirelessly sharing their insane knowledge, skills, and time with unwavering dedication and care. Swimming with dolphins, learning how to complete successful spinal rescues and what felt like endless sausage sizzles to fuel our cohort are all definitely up there too.
Being part of a collective cause to make our local waterways safer with such a legendary crew at Tamarama SLSC has been so incredibly fulfilling and something I wholeheartedly encourage others to dip their toe in—I guarantee, sooner or later, you’ll want to take the full plunge and dive right in.
- Jess B
Never having competed in swimming before, I was nervous about doing my Bronze, but the Tama education team made it an amazing experience! From learning first aid and board rescues to improving my swim technique, I gained so many new skills while being welcomed into an incredibly supportive community. If you’re considering it, do it - you won’t regret it!
- Morgan L
After moving to Sydney 12 months ago, my first year in the emerald city was at risk of passing without a uniquely “Sydney” experience. The Tama Bronze Medallion course - full of ocean swimming, dolphin meet cutes, board and rescue skills, and quality laughs - became the landmark experience I was looking for. Deeply rewarding, and brimming with purpose and connection, I would recommend the Tama SLSC bronze medallion to everyone.
- Robbie L
From never swimming in the ocean before, to now having to do a swim every week sums up how much the Bronze Medallion has impacted my life! Tamarama is full of amazing, inclusive and hard-working volunteers that pushed me to be better and have fostered a new found love of volunteering and ocean swimming! I made so many amazing new friends and life long skills, Tamarama is now my second home! 🥰
- Reilly W