Courses

We help save lives away from the beach too.

Through our training and education programs, we equip individuals and the community with skills that can help save a life. Surf Life Saving SA has been providing a range of lifesaving and first aid courses to organisations, individuals and the community for over thirty years. 

From education about how to keep yourself and others safe at the beach to providing first aid training to anyone in the workplace, home or community, our training and education programs take the essence of the lifesaving movement off the beach and into the community.

Saving lives is at the core of what we do. So who better to learn vital life saving and first aid skills from than the lifesaving experts?


First Aid & CPR Courses

Surf Life Saving SA provides First Aid and CPR training for workplaces and individuals throughout the Adelaide metropolitan area, teaching participants vital lifesaving skills and equipping them with practical knowledge to help save a life.

Community Surf Rescue Courses

The purpose of the Community Surf Rescue courses are to give you the basic beach surveillance and surf awareness skills and knowledge required for involvement in lifesaving rescues.

Member SLS Award Courses

The member courses are designed to provide surf lifesavers with a structured approach to advance their skills and knowledge. Our diverse course range ensures all members can achieve their lifesaving goals.

Pool Courses

Surf Life Saving SA provides training for pool lifeguards and operators throughout the Adelaide metropolitan area, teaching participants practical skills and equipping them with the knowledge to maintain a safe facility.

Children’s Courses

Surf Life Saving SA offers specially designed programs for children from just one year old. Our fun, play-based programs offer children and their families an opportunity to learn about water safety, develop valuable lifelong skills, and gain confidence in all waterways.

Community Programs

Surf Life Saving SA offers a range of beach and water safety programs designed to ensure that all community members have the chance to be educated in a way that is suited to their needs.

Boat Licence Courses

Surf Life Saving SA is pleased to offer the approved and recognised State Government SA Boat Licence Course. Our course is delivered by experienced fishing and boating presenters, with the presentation and assessment conducted in just one 3-hour workshop.

First Aid & Training Supplies

Surf Life Saving SA has a range of first aid equipment available for purchase by Surf Life Saving Clubs, members, commercial training clients and the general public.

RTO Policies & Student Information


Registered Training Organisation

Surf Lifesaving SA is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), RTO Code 40110. Our RTO details can be found on theNational Register of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia. You can read all our policies here, including our COVID-19 information, Refund Policy, Participants Handbook and Complaints/Appeal Policy.

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