13/03/2026
Surf Life Saving Sydney is excited to be running our 2026 Pool Rescue Branch Championships on Sunday 19 April 2026 at Des Renford Leisure Centre. For more information view the links below.
Across our coastline, Surf Life Saving Sydney continues to adapt and evolve in response to emerging challenges, embracing diversity and inclusion as central strengths. Our members not only save lives but also educate, connect, and protect our communities, by the community, for the community, and that is something we are deeply proud of.
Surf Life Saving Sydney respects and acknowledges the traditional custodians across all the lands on which we live, work and patrol, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Background Image credit: 'Eora Dreaming' depicts the community of the fifteen Surf Life Saving Clubs throughout Sydney, stretching from North Bondi south to Burning Palms in the Royal National Park - Artist 'Billy Reynolds', proud Dharawal and Yuin man.
Carnivals are a terrific way to show off your lifesaving skills in a fun and competitive environment.
There are plenty of opportunities to put your skills to the test in all aspects of Surf Sports, all ages and all formats, be they run by Branch, our Surf Clubs, or representing at State or National events.
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Announcement 43: 25/26 SLSS 2026 Pool Rescue Championships
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Announcement 36: 25/26 Sydney Sharks Team 2026 NSW Surf Boat Interseries Championships
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Announcement 35: 25/26 SLSS Branch Championships 2026 Point Scores Results
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Announcement 34: 25/26 SLSNSW Championships State Qualifying Events
Branch Championships
Our ultimate battle, Branch Championships allows our members to compete, on the water and sand, in juniors, masters and opens.
Branch Surf Boat Series
Our local boaties get the chance to come together and show who’s best out on the water.
Branch Board Riding Carnival
Our board riders are passionate and enthusiastic about showing off their talents.
Branch Pool Rescue Carnival
Taking our events to the pool to focus on skills, our athletes get a great opportunity to perform at their best.
State and National Events
Australian Surf Rowers League
For our Boaties who can’t get enough of being on the water, check out the ASRL competition and take your crew to the next level.
Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
See SLSA’s information about attending Aussies and showing off your skills.
Carnival News
29/01/2026
Surf Life Saving Sydney’s 2026 Branch Championships kick off this Friday night under lights at South Maroubra and we’re ready to hit the sand running!
01/12/2025
Congratulations to our Sydney Branch Team for their outstanding efforts over the weekend, winning the 2025 SLSNSW Interbranch Championships!
25/11/2025
Surf Life Saving Sydney is delighted to announce our 2025 Interbranch team.
11/11/2025
Off the back of our exciting Surf Life Saving Sydney x RCVRI partnership announcement at Round One of our Surf Boat Series, we’re thrilled to share that the official kick-off is happening this weekend!
31/10/2025
Surf Life Saving Sydney is delighted to announce our 2025/26 Branch Championships events, locations and competition details.
31/10/2025
Surf Life Saving Sydney is calling for Senior Officials Nominations for our Branch Championships events in 2026.
24/10/2025
The RCVRI Sydney Surfboat Series is back and ready to hit the surf! The 2025/26 series kicks off with Round 1 this weekend, Saturday 25 October, at Wanda Surf Life Saving Club, bringing together Sydney’s top surf boat crews for all the action!
Upcoming Carnivals
11Apr
SLSS Pool Rescue Clinic 1
Surf Life Saving Sydney is running Pool Rescue Clinics for U11’s and above. All details can be found in the below Announcement.
12Apr
2026 Autumn Coogee Island Ocean Swim
The 2026 Autumn Coogee Island Ocean Swim is scheduled for 12 April Link to the event will be added once available. In the meantime, contact you Surf Club for more
12Apr
SLSS Pool Rescue Clinic 2
Surf Life Saving Sydney is running Pool Rescue Clinics for U11’s and above. All details can be found in the below Announcement.
Last updated: August 29, 2025