Rookie Junior Lifeguarding - SIGN UP TODAY!

Do you have a child who is 13 years old or turning 13 before March 2024? Then now is the time to think about signing them up to our ROOKIE JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAMME. Rookies is a practical education programme which runs from October – March and prepares our younger kids for becoming lifeguards when they turn 14.

For Rookie lifeguard Jesse Cloke, surf life saving is in his blood, and he can’t wait to become a fully qualified lifeguard when he turns 14 next year.

“My family have always been involved in surf life saving,” he says. “Before I was born my Grandpa and Mum were members of North Haven Surf Life Saving Club in South Australia. When I turned 5, my Mum signed me up to Nippers and my 3 younger siblings followed. Our family have been at PSLSC ever since. I’m most looking forward to spending time at the beach and getting to help other people whilst hanging out with friends.”

Jesse took part in the popular Rookies Programme last season.

“I really enjoyed the first aid aspect of Rookies,” he says. “I found learning CPR and what to do in a case of a medical event very rewarding. I also learnt the importance of being a capable and confident swimmer.”

One of the highlights of the Rookies programme for Jesse was the night they spent at the Kaituna Cut on the Coast Guard boat.

“It has made me think about volunteering my time there when I am old enough,” he says.

Jesse says he would definitely recommend Rookies to anyone thinking about wanting to become a lifeguard.

“I really enjoyed patrolling on the beach, learning new skills and having fun with my friends.”

To find out more about Rookies and to register your child, CLICK HERE to visit our website.