Advanced Surf Safety and Rescue
This award is designed for advanced surf paddlers operating in a moderate to advanced surf environment and is suitable for those seeking their 5 star surf award or wanting to learn the principals of safe advanced surfing and rescue techniques.
Course Aims This course aims to provide the participant with advanced rescue skills and techniques required to surf safely and to be able to assert a variety of surf rescue techniques in a variety moderate to advanced surf environments.
The award has two purposes:
- To provide the surf paddler with the necessary skills which will enable them to ensure the safety of themselves and others in a moderate to advanced surf environment.
- To provide the paddler with the appropriate rescue skills which can be used to help themselves and/or others in difficulty in a moderate to advanced surf environment.