Surf Life Saving is recognised as the most effective surf rescue service in the world. Surf Sports play a key role in improving lifesaving skills, fitness and motivation.

This summer Queensland's top lifesavers will line up across the state to take on the surf and sand, promising to be the most exciting season of sport on the beach. Young and old, professionals and beginners alike, will come together at a beach near you, delivering a thrilling carnival that you won't want to miss.

Best of all its FREE - all you have to do is find your spot on the beach or under a tree, and your in for a day at the beach that you'll never forget!! surf sports home page

WHERE CAN I SEE A CARNIVAL?

Surf Lifesaving competition is held at many levels:

Intraclub
Interclub
Branch
Interbranch

State
National
International

View our CALENDAR to find the next carnival in your area.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO SEE AT A SURF CARNIVAL?

Surf Life Saving is unique in that it provides opportunities for competitors to participate in the broadest range of sport activities.

Ski Paddling
Beach Events
Surf Swimming
Surf Boats
Board Riding
Board Paddling
Ironperson Events
Rescue and Resuscitation
March Past
Inflatable Rescue Boat competition
First Aid Competition
Patrol Competition
Champion Lifesaver
Marathons, Multi-disciplines and Endurance Events
Still water competition (pool)

So what ever takes your interest, you're sure to find an event that will be as exciting for the spectators as it is for the athletes.

WHO CAN COMPETE?

Competition is provided in varying levels of intensity for a comprehensive range of age categories, male and female.

Under 8
Under 9
Under 10
Under 11
Under 12
Under 13
Under 14
Under 15

Under 17
Under 19
Under 23
Senior
Open
Restricted (Over 24 years)
Masters (Over 30 years)

All of Queensland's 59 Surf Life Saving Clubs take part throughout the season so get down to a beach near you!!

HOW CAN I BECOME INVOLVED?

Interested in becoming apart of the Surf Sports circuit? Then simply call you local Surf Life Saving Club and ask them how to become apart of this exciting Summer of Sport.

Click here to find out where you nearest local Surf Life Saving Club is.

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