Community programs

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Building safer communities around the water

Surf Life Saving Tasmania delivers a range of community programs designed to help people stay safe, confident and capable in, on and around the water.

The Community Programs team works with schools, community groups, families and partner organisations across the state to provide education, training and inclusive programs that support safer participation in aquatic environments.

Our focus is on education, prevention and inclusion — helping more people enjoy Tasmania’s waterways safely.

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Why It matters

Tasmania’s coastline and waterways are a key part of our lifestyle — but they can also present hidden risks.

Many incidents occur because people:

  • Don’t recognise hazards such as rip currents

  • Overestimate their ability in the water

  • Are unfamiliar with local conditions

  • A female surf rescue worker in a yellow uniform and red cap with 'Surf Rescue' written on it, standing on a beach with ocean waves in the background.

    Our Aim

    Building knowledge and confidence is one of the most effective ways to prevent incidents and keep people safe.

    Surf Life Saving programs are designed to:

    • Improve awareness of hazards and risks

    • Support safer decision-making

    • Build confidence in aquatic environments

    • Encourage lifelong safe behaviours

    Community education plays a vital role in reducing risk and creating safer communities.

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    What We Offer

    Our programs include:

    • Water safety and beach education

    • Primary School and High School-based learning and training

    • Programs for community groups and organisations

    • Inclusive programs for people of all abilities

    • Practical skills for safe participation in the water

    All programs are designed to be:

    • Hands-on and engaging

    • Age-appropriate

    • Delivered by trained Surf Life Saving educators.

  • Two lifeguards in yellow shirts and red shorts running towards the water with yellow rescue boards.

    What Our Programs Do

    Surf Life Saving programs are designed to:

    • Improve awareness of hazards and risks

    • Support safer decision-making

    • Build confidence in aquatic environments

    • Encourage lifelong safe behaviours

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