Lennox Head/Alstonville Surf Life Saving Club Inc.

Lennox Head/Alstonville Surf Life Saving Club Inc. is a vital community organisation dedicated to ensuring beach safety and fostering surf lifesaving skills in the Lennox Head area. Established in 1973, the club operates from a unique location between Lake Ainsworth and the Pacific Ocean, providing essential patrols and lifesaving services to beachgoers while nurturing the next generation of lifesavers.

Mission and Vision

The club’s mission is to provide a safe beach environment through effective surf lifesaving patrols and to promote surf awareness and skills among all age groups. Its vision is to build a strong, inclusive community of lifesavers who are committed to protecting lives, encouraging fitness, and fostering a love of the beach and ocean.

Main Objectives

• Conduct voluntary patrols at Lennox Head beach during peak seasons to ensure public safety.
• Develop surf lifesaving skills through training, education, and competition.
• Engage youth via the popular Nippers program, introducing children to surf safety and lifesaving techniques.
• Support community events by providing lifesaving services and promoting beach safety awareness.
• Maintain and improve club facilities to support members and community activities.

Benefiting Groups

• Beachgoing public who rely on the club’s patrols for safety.
• Children and young people participating in the Nippers program and junior activities.
• Volunteers and members who gain skills, fitness, and social connection.
• Local community benefiting from safer beaches and community engagement.

Services and Activities

• Voluntary beach patrols from September to March, staffed by trained lifesavers.
• Nippers program offering surf awareness, skills coaching, and competition for children.
• Surf sports training and competitions to develop members’ fitness and skills.
• Community event support including lifesaving services at local festivals and charity walks.
• Venue hire for functions, with proceeds supporting the club’s lifesaving mission.