Lifeguards keen for swell of members

Rarangi Surf Lifesaving Club are hoping to recruit on and off water volunteers for their Whites Bay home this summer.

The long-standing club are set to hold a series of open days geared towards encouraging new members.

Senior lifeguard Brendon Ferguson says that there’s much more behind the club than getting in the water.

“We are gearing up for what hopes to be a stunner out at the club.

“Like all voluntary organisations we are always looking to grow our member numbers, but who wouldn't want the opportunity to learn some skills, gain some qualifications and spend time at a beautiful location of Whites Bay.

“Just because it's a water-based organisation don't let that put you off - there are options for you to be a wet or a dry member if swimming isn't for you.”

Brendon hopes to see anyone interested will come along and meet the team to register interest on the 20 and 23 October.

“The junior surf set up introduces the participants to a variety of skills that will keep them safe in the water while having fun at the same time, and as they get older, they transition to Rookie Lifeguards where they can help patrols and run junior surf sessions.

“The great news is that you don't have to commit to every Sunday and you can come and go as you please but who wouldn't want to spend Sundays at the beach with friends and family.”

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Rarangi SLSC Key Dates:

Sunday 20th October: Junior Surf Open Day Stadium 2000 10am to 12 noon

Wednesday 23rd October: Lifeguard and Patrol Support Training / Info evening 5:30pm at Stadium 2000 Swim Club room

Sunday 10th November: Junior Surf starts at Whites Bay

Saturday 16th November: Rarangi Carnival at Whites Bay (lots of people young and old from Canterbury and Tasman region having a fun competition)

Saturday 16th November - Sunday 23rd March 2025: Whites Bay Lifeguard Patrols on Saturday 1-5pm and Sunday 10:30am-5pm

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