Basic Water Rescues (22/3/26)

This is an assessment activity for those wishing to attain Basic Water Rescues.

Basic Water Rescues is a mandatory requirement for leaders wishing to take their youth members swimming at unpatrolled flatwater environments and to meet requirements for other aqautic qualifications such as Trained Participant in canoeing, kayaking, sailing, snorkelling.

We will conduct the practical assessment at Woolwich Baths which is a netted area and then drive around to SWASH to complete the paperwork. To access Woolwich Baths, it is best to park on Gale St which is about a 5 min steep walk from the baths wiht a couple of flights of stairs.

The water may be cold so please ensure you wear appropriate gear e.g. thermals. (Note: no bouyant clothing permitted e.g. wetsuits)

On the day

• The water assessment component will take place in Lane Cove River at Woolwich Baths before driving to Water Activities Centre (SWASH) to complete paperwork.
• Bring along:
  • snacks/lunch
  • some dry clothes to travel home in
  • any medication you require
  • sunscreen
  • hat
  • water
  • sunsafe clothing (long sleeves recommended)
  • wear fully enclosed shoes that will get wet (no crocs, thongs etc) as there are lot of things to cut your feet on

Activities are subject to suitable weather conditions. If for any reason the event is cancelled, you will be able to rebook or obtain a refund. If you are unable to attend after registering, you will not be entitled to a refund.