Surf Smart (SS) –
A land based surf education program that provides basic information and tips about the beach, beach hazards and beach safety. This is a fun interactive short course that runs for between 20mins and 1hour.

This program is suitable for all ages with course material adapted to the needs of each group.

Learning Outcomes: -
On completion of the course participants should be able to:

• Understand beach dangers
• Identify the Surf Safety Tips
• Understand self survival
• Recognise beach signs
• Identify a lifesaver

Activities: -
The activities are interactive in a fun and enjoyable classroom environment. Activities include:

• Early Stage One
• Sun Safety/Sun Protection
• Surf Safety Tips
• Beach Danger
• Self Survival
• Beach Signs & Flags
• Rips
• Marine Stingers – Blue Bottles
• Beach usage

• Stage One
• Extension of above
• F.L.A.G.S Principle
• Role of a Lifesaver
• Beach environment issues

• Stage Two
• Extension of above
• Self Survival Techniques
• Types of waves
• Difference between Lifesaver & Lifeguard

• Stage Three
• Extension of above
• Rescue Techniques

Participation Numbers & Costs
Up to 50 participants $5 per student
Over 50 participants $4 per student
Minimum 25 students

Location:
At school or as part of a beach safety walk

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