The Portsea SLSC Bronze camp enables candidates to develop surf lifesaving skills and allows participants to attain their Bronze Medallion, therefore being permitted to patrol as part of a Portsea SLSC Patrol as a fully qualified lifesaver. The Bronze Medallion is the nationally recognized SLSA qualification that trains individuals in basic surf lifesaving skills and is the base / core qualification for patrolling members of surf lifesaving clubs in Australia.
On Bronze Camp, there will be a combination of practical work, fitness training and theory that all candidates will be expected to fulfil. Techniques and knowledge that Bronze Camp will provide candidates includes surf awareness skills, surf rescue skills, patrol operation awareness, emergency care and resuscitation techniques and IRB awareness skills.
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand Surf Awareness Principles and Apply these to the Beach Environment
- Utilise Surf Skills to Effectively Negotiate Surf
- Perform Basic Surf Rescues using a variety of Techniques and Equipment
- Participate in Patrol Operations, including in Emergency Situations
- Provide Basic Emergency Care and Life Support to unconscious, unresponsive patients (with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and aided by an automated external defibrillator (AED))
- Provide Basic First Aid Principles to Patients
- Utilise SLSA Approved Radios and Other SLSA Communication Methods
- Apply Spinal Management Techniques to Patients with Spinal Injuries
- Work as Part of a Lifesaving Team
PROGRAM DATES
The 2023-24 Bronze Camp Program dates are:
- 10th December 2023
- 11th December 2023
- 12th December 2023
- 13th December 2023
- 14th December 2023
- 15th December 2023
- 16th December 2023
The 2023-24 Bronze Camp will be run as a live-in camp at the Portsea SLSC. Participants MUST be able to attend all days of the program.
REGISTRATION DATES & PROCESSES
All registration links for Bronze will be posted to members via E-Boomer and can also be accessed above on the previous Bronze Camp page.
If Bronze camp becomes oversubscribed, applicants will be added to the waitlist and contacted if a place becomes available.
Bronze Camp PRIORITY Registration Opens:
Sunday 1st of October 2023 at 12pm AEST
Bronze Camp GENERAL Registration Opens:
Sunday 8th of October 2023 at 12pm AEST
Registration / Waitlists will CLOSE on:
Sunday 29th October 2023 at 12pm AEST
CAMP ELIGIBILITY FOR 2023
All candidates must satisfy the following eligibility criteria to participate in Bronze Camp:
- Be a current financial member of Portsea SLSC
- Be 15 years of age by the 13th of December 2023
- Be able to swim 400m in under 9 minutes in a pool of no less than 25 metres. (An accreditation swim will be held prior to the camp’s commencement.)
- Complete all E-Learning Modules prior to the commencement of camp
For those seeking priority entry (an email confirmation will be sent to eligible members)
- Completed Portsea Cadet Camp in 2022 (the previous season)
- Completed 16 hours of Portsea SLSC volunteering, which must be made up of a minimum of 10 hours of patrolling on Portsea back beach and the remaining 6 hours either met by helping as a Nippers instructor/water safety volunteer OR participating in further patrolling.
- Volunteered at one of Portsea SLSC’s major events the previous season (Portsea Swim Classic / Pier to Perignon / Portsea Bay to Surf).
BRONZE PROGRAM FEES
The cost for Bronze Camp is $665 per candidate.
Financial assistance may be available for families suffering personal / financial hardship. If you would like to discuss options regarding financial assistance, please contact the Education & Development Director directly.
PROGRAM ENQUIRIES
For all enquiries regarding the Bronze Camp program, please contact the Education Sub-committee via email at education@portseasurf.com.au.