Advanced Lifesaving Camp (ALC)

“Advanced lifesaving camp is developing the next generation of high quality lifesavers, arming them with the skills, experience and knowledge to take to their clubs, careers and personal lives.”

Run over five days in September, the camp challenges lifesavers to improve their skills and knowledge to a gold medallion standard. The program utilises a both the class room and a number of unique beaches giving lifesavers and potential lifeguards exposure to new and exciting locations, putting their skills to the test.

+ About ALC

The program is run by a team of experienced lifesavers and lifeguards, including state and national lifesavers and lifeguards of the year. As well as guest presenters from medical expertise and other emergency services.

This is the first year that LSV will be running two Advanced Lifesaving Camps to provide members with more flexibility on location and dates. Members will have the option to choose between two different locations and dates as outlined below.

+ Gold Medallion

The aim of the Advanced Lifesaving Camp is to enhance the training and development of Gold Medallion Lifesavers and Lifeguard recruits, with a strong focus on high performance and practical learning within both open water and inland waterways.

To obtain the Gold Medallion, an 800m swim time of 14 minutes or less is required, and whilst highly desirable, a time greater than this does not preclude you from participating in the program.

Participants are encouraged to train towards this goal prior, and an opportunity to complete the swim will be provided during the camp.

+ Camp Details

CAMP 1 – EAST

  • DATES:
    • Monday, 20 September 2021 to Friday, 24 September 2021
  • LOCATION:
    • Phillip Island Adventure Resort, Phillip Island, Victoria 3922
  • COST:
    • $500 (inc GST) per participant, includes all meals, accommodation and course fees

CAMP 2 – WEST

  • DATES:
    • Monday, 27 September 2021 to Friday, 1 October 2021
  • LOCATION:
    • Angahook Holiday Camp, Aireys Inlet, Victoria 3231
  • COST:
    • $500 (inc GST) per participant, includes all meals, accommodation and course fees

+ Pre-requisites

  • You must be a current financial member of a Lifesaving Club
  • You must be at least 17 years of age:
    • EAST - as at Monday, 20 September 2021
    • WEST - as at Monday, 27 September 2021
  • Proficient in the following
    • Bronze Medallion
    • Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID001)
    • Provide First Aid (HLTAID003)
    • Provide Advanced Resuscitation (HLTAID007)

For more information about this camp, please contact training@woolamaibeach.asn.au