our local life saving club
looking out for our community and each other for over 100 years.
Since 1920, williamstown swimming and life saving club (WSLSC) has proudly served our community.
our club provides life saving, education and events, all delivered by our dedicateD and generous crew of patrollers and volunteers.
our mission is to create an inclusive, safe, and healthy community for all.
and everyone is welcome to become a member.
keeping beachgoers
safe is just
the start.
life saving is our number one priority, but our club also plays an invaluable role in protecting the health and mental wellbeing of our members, through fitness classes, training & education, schools programs, events, and more.
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Through Life Saving Victoria we have responsibilities under the State Emergency Management Plan. these include the coastal waters around Williamstown, supporting Victoria Police in undertaking search and rescue in Hobson’s Bay, And through our jetski rescue service, our patrolling remit extends right across Port Phillip Bay.
And through our programs such as Nippers, junior competitions, schools programs and community water safety education, our club plays a role in passing on essential water skills that last a lifetime.
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Train and compete in carnivals with our Beach Competition teams, where lifesaving skills are put to the test in fun and friendly events.
Events include
• Rescue Board (Mal and Ski);
• Surfboat
• IRB
• Beach events
• Marching
• R&R
For Junior Comps, contact juniors@williamstownslsc.org.au
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Join Melbourne's most popular Nippers program! Last season we had over 400 registered Nippers and 19 registered Starfish Nippers, the biggest enrolment of a Bayside club in Victoria. Nippers teaches water safety skills to kids in groups from Under 6 to Under 13s. For kids of all abilities, our bespoke Starfish program tailors water safety with a higher ratio of supervisors to participants.
Find out more at the Nippers link at the top of the website, or emailJUNIOR COORDINATOR | Laura Innes | juniors@williamstownslsc.org.au
STARFISH COORDINATOR | Veronica Treloar starfish@williamstownslsc.org.au
STARFISH ADMINISTRATOR | Bronwyn Rowleson starfish@williamstownslsc.org.au
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our club is kitted out with a (lo-fi, for now) gym, which is accessible for use by all members. We also host fitness classes with our partners topboxing and doreen voiner yoga. all classes run by our partners are to be booked directly with them.
Fitness with David Ly is at discounted prices for Club members. Email info@topboxing.com.auYoga is also conducted on 3 mornings at the Club with Doreen. Email carmenbody.org.au
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The Boaties Bar runs most Friday nights throughout summer, bringing together our club members for a casual catch-up on the front lawn. Everyone is welcome to bring along a picnic and meet other WSLSC members.
our club has something
for every ability and
every age, from nippers
to silver salties.
Upcoming events
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NIPPERS
SUNDAY MORNINGS
10 NOV - 16 FEBREGISTRATIONS FOR NIPPERS ARE NOW CLOSED. FOR MORE INFORMATION, click the link below to visit our full nippers page
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Port phillip gift
Sat 23 November 2024
9:30am - 12pmThe Port Phillip gift is a fun, family-friendly swimming and running event. It is a handicapped event where anyone can win! And WSLSC Members can pre-register for free HERE
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POOL REOPENING SOON
November - April
On days 26 degrees+
Dependant on pool lifeguard availability
Bring a picnic and meet some new mates at our beloved pool. Opening times are ad hoc, and posted on the WSLSC facebook page linked below.
dive into nippers ‘24/25: from 10 nov - 16 feB.
nippers is on every Sunday morning from 9am - 10:30am. Starfish Nippers runs from 10am - 11.
During the sessions kids are taught from the SLSA Surf Education Program, which covers Safety, Surf Awareness, Rescues, First Aid & Resuscitation, Communication, and Teamwork.
The activities are designed to provide Nippers the skills to be safe around open water and prepare them to complete their Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC).
the success of our nippers programs are dependant on the support of volunteers and sponsors from the community - and we thank all parents in advance for signing up for the duty roster at the start of the season.
Nippers s24/25 registrations are now closed.
for more information contact juniors@williamstownslsc.org.au
ACCREDITING The next gen of patrollers
from nippers to junior competitions to schools programs, our club plays a role in passing on essential water skills that last a lifetime.
from 13 years and up, juniors can complete their surf rescue certificates (SRC). successful completion means accredited youth can take on water safety responsibilities, including patrolling and assisting with nippers.
certifications include:
• Surf Lifesaving Certificate
• Surf Bronze
• Advanced Resuscitation
• Inflatable Rescue Boat
• Radio
• Beach Management awarded through Lifesaving Victoria (LSV)
Contact Rebecca Cameron training@williamstownslsc.org.au
silver
salties
Silver Salties is a participation program for anyone aged 65+ years.
our aim is to promote physical activity, social connections, and meaningful involvement in our local community.
Silver Salties is endorsed by SLSA, and free to join (though some activities may carry a fee).
The WS&LSC group is vibrant and inclusive and offers a welcomING and non judgemental place for all.
A range of volunteers offer coaching, mentorship, and are generous about sharing their passion for navigating our wonderful local coastline and reserves.
events include an activity followed by morning tea.
This is a group for everyone.
find out more by contacting silversalties@williamstownslsc.org.au
club redevelopment
current information will be posted here
find out more by contacting membersrep@williamstownslsc.org.au
