Program Overview
Surfers Rescue 24/7 gives your average surfer the skill set that may help to save a life in a critical situation!
What?
Surfers Rescue 24/7 is a 2 hour course held at boardriders clubs and Surf Lifesaving clubs aimed to encourage and develop water rescue techniques and basic CPR skills for surfers of all skill levels.
Why?
Surfers are in the water from dawn to dusk, 365 days a year and are often the first responders to emergencies on Beaches and Waterways. It has been recognised by Surf Life Saving Australia, that in excess of 60% of rescues in the open ocean environment are performed by recreational Surfers. With over 15,000 kilometers of coastline in New Zealand and more than 90% of beaches unpatrolled, surfers can be utilised to assist outside the flags.
How to I sign up?
Courses are run through boardriders clubs and at various Surf Instructor training courses around the country.
Cost?
A small koha of $20.00 may be required at some courses. Regardless of cost all participants MUST register online before the course so we can send you your certificate. Places are limited to 20 people per course.
Course Dates
Friday August 2 – Surfers Rescue 24/7 course at Taiora QE2 pool, CHCH, 7-8.30pm
Sat August 3 – St Johns First Aid Course, North Wai Boardriders, New Brighton, 8.30am-12.30pm
Cost is $90 for both courses combined – any questions contact Russell Ritchie 027 432 5972 russell.ritchie@xtra.co.nz
To register for the above courses use this link https://liveheats.com/events/259757
Sat 21 September, Christchurch TBC (in conjunction with SISA AGM)
Sun 22 September, Raglan – registration link available soon
Sun 3 Nov Auckland, 10am-12pm Registration link available soon
Weds 6 November Waihi Beach Surf Club, 5.30-7.30pm
Sun 10 November, Mount Maunganui, 10am-12pm
Sun 8 December, Te Arai/Mangawhai 10am-12pm
Get in touch if you would like to host a course for you club/region! Email lee.ryan@surfingnz.co.nz
Performed a Rescue? Great job! Please tell us about it HERE
