Course Enquiries: Education Officer via education@cottsurf.com


Course: 2026 Winter Bronze Course

Please complete the linked form to register for the Bronze Course starting Monday 25 May https://form.jotform.com/261368757607873

Start Date: Monday, 25th May 2026

The course will run for approximately 4 Weeks on:

  • Monday Evenings - 6:00PM to 8:30PM

  • Thursday Evenings - 6:00PM to 8:30PM

  • Sunday Morning - 7:00AM to 11:00AM

Assessment Date: Final assessments are anticipated for the week commencing 22/06/2026 (subject to change based on candidate progress and conditions)

Prerequisites:

  • Meet the minimum age requirement of 15 years at the time of final assessment

  • Complete an unaided swim of 400m in under 9 minutes (pool lifeguards can sign off on this via the ‘Pool Assessment Form’ below or can also be signed off by our trainers during the course)

  • Be a financial member of Cottesloe SLSC (for further assistance in becoming a member contact Kim on manager@cottsurf.com or phone the Club on 9383 4400).

Enrolments: To enrol please complete the ‘Online Enrolment Form’ at the bottom of this page

Course Fee: $240 for existing members | $300 for new members

Payment Instructions

  1. Create your own personal SLS Hub account https://hub.sls.com.au/ using your personal email.

  2. Once in SLS Hub go to ‘More’ and hit ‘Memberships’ and then ‘Organisation’.

  3. It will show Cottesloe SLSC with options below, hit ‘Make Payment’.

  4. Under ‘Transaction’ make the type ‘Course Fee’, the description ‘Your Name & the course start date’, enter the amount listed below and hit ‘Next’.

  5. Complete payment

Course Fee: $240 existing members | $300* new members (paid via member portal)

You will receive:

  • Hi-Vis Vest

  • Club Competition Cap

    (This cap and vest MUST be worn during all wet sessions per SLSWA safety requirements)

Benefits of becoming a Bronze Medallion holder and maintaining proficiency:

  • Eligibility to compete in SLSWA/SLSA competitions

  • 24/7 Club Gym and Change Room Access

  • Access to club equipment, training programs and coaching services

  • Full voting rights

  • Further upskilling free of any course charge including; IRB Crew, IRB Driver, Advanced Resuscitation

    Techniques, Silver Medallion and Gold Medallion. (noting other course requirements)

What to expect:

  • Active participation in dry and wet sessions

  • Practical scenario work with other candidates

  • Feedback throughout the course to help prepare you for assessment

  • A final assessment across theory, dry and wet components

  • A requirement to demonstrate competency in all areas, not just attendance

    Once enrolled, you will receive an email from your Trainers with any further requirements and course content information.