Surf Sports

Train hard. Race fast. Save lives.

At Fitzroy SLSC, surf sports is where lifesaving meets competition. From swimming, board, ski, sprints, flags, pool rescue and IRB racing — we train across it all with expert coaching from our coaches.

This isn’t just sport. Every session sharpens real rescue skills used on patrol. You’ll build fitness, confidence, and capability in the water while competing from local carnivals through to national and international level.

Whether you want to race, improve your lifesaving skills, or become a stronger lifeguard — there’s a place for you in our team.

Join Fitzroy SLSC and be part of something bigger than the finish line.

Senior Beach Squad

Build skills. Gain confidence. Be ready when it matters.

Lifesaving sport plays a vital role in developing the ability, confidence, and mindset needed to handle the challenging environments our lifeguards face every day.

But it’s not all serious — it’s also about getting involved, staying active, and having a great time with your mates and whānau.

Once you have gained your lifeguard qualification you can join our Senior Athlete Crew.  Our senior athletes train year-round under the guidance of Club Coach Zac Reid, with sessions covering ski, board, surf and pool swimming, as well as sprints and beach flags.

Whether you’re chasing competition, fitness, or just keen to give something new a go, you’ll find your place here.

Get involved. Have fun. Be part of it.  See our EVENTS page for the training schedule.

Pool Rescue

Train through winter. Race into the season ready.

Pool Rescue is where the new season starts — building speed, strength, and confidence in the water during the off-season. It’s fast, technical, and all about real rescue skills.

Dive under obstacles, carry manikins, master tube rescues, fin swim, and nail your line throws — every event is designed to simulate real-life rescue situations.

Open to members aged 10+, our Pool Rescue squad trains weekly from May through to September, competing at local and regional events, all leading up to NZ Pool Champs in September.

Stay sharp. Stay fit. Stay rescue ready.

Jump in and get ahead of the season. To find out more about Pool Rescue please email coach@fitzroyslsc.co.nz.

IRB Racing

Fast. Loud. Adrenaline-fueled.

Charge through the surf, hit the cans at speed, and pull off high-pressure rescues when it counts. From Mass Rescue to Tube and Single events, IRB racing is all about precision, teamwork, and staying cool under pressure.

This isn’t just racing — it’s real rescue skills in action. You’ll build strength, speed, and confidence while becoming fully rescue-ready for patrol.

Start as a patient, progress to crew, then step up to driver — the pathway is there.

We’ve got the training, the support, and the team.  All you need to do is show up and give it a go.

Join the IRB squad and feel the rush.  Contact admin@fitzroyslsc.co.nz if you'd like to join the team.