Competition

Getting fit is a major part of surf lifesaving and the lifestyle that surrounds it, and Cottesloe SLSC members are lucky to have one of the best stretches of coast in Western Australia to train and exercise on. There are numerous options when it comes to getting started:

  • Using the gym, change room and surrounding facilities
  • Paddling a surf ski or a racing mal (a surf board)
  • Rowing a surf boat
  • Beach sprints and flags
  • Racing in the Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB or rubber ducky)

There are also a range of opportunities to compete over the course of the season:

  • Club and social competition, including every Sunday from October to March each year
  • State competition, culminating in the State Titles in February
  • National competition, culminating in the National Titles in March
  • Other events beyond surf lifesaving.

Our members have access to a fully equipped gymnasium between 5am to 9pm daily.  To gain access members are eligible for a security key at the Club’s Administration Office.  The club also offers a limited number of gym memberships to the wider community without having to patrol.

Equipment is available in each of the disciplines. For further information, see the individual pages for Surf Boards, Surf Skis and Boards.

The Club’s training program can be downloaded below. Please note this may change over the course of the season and it is advisable to contact the individual session leader to confirm details prior to attending your first session. 

Training Times v5

General enquiries can be directed to:

  • The Club Captain, James Bairstow (captain@cottsurf.com) can provide further information on most Senior competition matters or refer you on to the most appropriate person.
  • The Development Officer, Dean Davidson (development@cottsurf.com) can assist you in relation to Junior competition.
  • Stan Davies will be coordinating Masters Activities in 2009-2010 (standavies@bigpond.com).

Before competing, senior competitors need to ensure that they are financial and have completed the required number of patrol hours to be able to compete in Club and State Championships.  Active members are required to complete 16 hours of rostered patrol time in the current season (penalty patrol hours do not count towards competition pre-requisites in accordance with SLSA rules).