At Fairy Meadow Surf Club, lifesaving is our core mission. We are dedicated to keeping our beautiful beach safe for everyone, and we do it with a supportive, team-oriented approach. Becoming a volunteer lifesaver is incredibly rewarding; it's about learning vital skills, gaining confidence in the surf, and making a tangible difference in our community. We believe there's a role for everyone, regardless of your background or current abilities. 

  • No, you absolutely don't! Our multidisciplinary patrol team has a role for everyone. There's plenty to be done on the sand, from radio communications and first aid to vigilant supervision of swimmers. We need members trained in a variety of skills, not just swimming.  

  • We offer comprehensive, high-quality training tailored to various roles. At a minimum, we encourage members to be trained in CPR and First Aid. Our expert educators, including registered paramedics and qualified teachers, provide top-tier training using cutting-edge equipment that creates a lifelike environment for real-time feedback. You can explore a range of courses depending on your interests, from basic surf awareness to advanced rescue techniques. SLSNSW provides a great overview of the training available as a member of a surf club - view it here

  • Our members typically complete two half-day (3.5-hour) patrols per month, with occasional adjustments for public holidays. We foster a strong culture of helping each other out, so if you're unavailable for a rostered patrol, finding a substitute is straightforward. We are all volunteers, working together with flexibility and mutual support.

  • Please review our child safety and member protection information on the 'join now' page or head to the SLSNSW website to review the member protection policy

Fairy Meadow Surf Club understands that not everyone is able to run into the surf and rescue someone like they do on Bondi Rescue. That’s why we offer two pathways to becoming a Lifesaver.

you can complete your Surf Rescue Certificate or Bronze Medallion or you can complete a number of land based courses that are highly beneficial to our patrol teams!

In addition to training Lifesavers, we believe all of our members should have access to CPR and first aid training. Thats why our courses are open to all members, including the parents and carers of our Nippers. Accredited training in CPR is always free for every member! you will be learning from industry experts, our team of registered paramedics and professional endorsed educators!

Just another benefit of being a member with Fairy Meadow Surf Club.

  • For the water enthusiasts you can learn skills in rescue techniques, search and rescue and even operate an inflatable rescue boat (IRB) or if you’re up to it complete your full Bronze Medallion!

    • Bronze Medallion

    • Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC)

    • Water Safety

    • IRB Driver and Crew

  • For those who prefer to stay on the sand we offer training in radio communications, first aid, advanced first aid, CPR and advanced resuscitation techniques and new this year is the opportunity to complete UAV courses!

    • CPR

    • Provide First Aid

    • Advanced First Aid

    • Advanced Resuscitation Training

    • Radio Communications

    • UAV Pilot