Lifeguard Bookings

Surf Life Saving Tasmania provides trained and experience Lifeguards for both Water Safety and First Aid Services, across the state.

Some events include:

• School / Outdoor Group Excursions
• Regattas
• Open Water Swims
• Triathlons

When?  SLST takes Lifeguard Bookings 12 months of the year. However, due to risk management, in relation to water temperature, the busiest period is between October through to the end of March. 

Ratios?   The number of people that a lifeguard can supervise in the water at one time is subject to the weather and seas conditions on the day.  As a rule of thumb, 1 lifeguard can supervise up to 15 swimmers at one time in calm conditions.   

Pricing

Fees are based on per hour, per lifeguard basis.

• 1 - 3 Hours   $150 per lifeguard (for up to 3hrs)
• 4 Hours +     $50.00 p/hr per lifeguard

Please note:
Mileage may be charged for jobs considered outside of the operational areas - e.g. 30mins beyond Hobart, Launceston, Devonport., or other Lifeguard locations. Surcharges apply for weekend and public holiday bookings. 

TO BOOK A LIFEGUARD

Please book early to avoid disappointment, as it is not always guaranteed that we will have Lifeguards available on your chosen date(s).

NOTE: End of Year school beach day functions should be requested as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as the dates fill very quickly.

DATES FULLY BOOKED - 16 December 2026 - (North and North-West area)

Lifeguard Booking Request Form

SLST Cancellation and Refund Policy