RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY
Royal Life saving unifies drowning prevention efforts through research, advocacy and stakeholder collaboration
EDUCATION
Royal Life saving provides water safety education for the community, to ensure everyone knows how to participate safely around water.
SWIM TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS
Royal Life Saving supports swim teachers and schools with training, resources, and national standards to deliver safe, effective, and inclusive aquatic education.
LEARN TO SWIM
Royal Life Saving’s Learn to Swim programs build vital water safety and swimming skills that help prevent drowning and support lifelong confidence in the water.
Workforce development
Royal Life Saving brings stakeholders together to unify efforts, share expertise and deliver impactful solutions.
COURSES
Royal Life Saving offers a wide range of training courses suitable for community members and all levels of aquatic industry professionals.
LIFESAVING PROGRAMS
Royal Life Saving’s programs build rescue and resuscitation skills to help individuals respond confidently in aquatic emergencies.
LIFESAVING SPORT
Royal Life Saving offers members the opportunity to participate in Pool Lifesaving Sport at all skill levels.
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Water Safety Days
Royal Life Saving Water Safety Days are immersive, hands-on learning experiences that bring communities together in real aquatic environments.
- Drowning remains a leading cause of accidental death in Australia, with inland waterways among the most dangerous environments. Adults often underestimate risks in familiar settings, leading to preventable tragedies.
By providing hands-on learning and real-world scenarios, Water Safety Days bridge the gap between awareness and action. They equip participants with practical knowledge on hazard recognition, emergency response, and resuscitation awareness — skills that save lives.Water Safety Days are community-based events held at local rivers, lakes, and aquatic facilities. Designed as either half-day (3–4 hours) or full-day (6–7 hours) programs, they combine demonstrations, group activities, and interactive learning for adults, families, and community groups.
Facilitated by Royal Life Saving experts, these events are tailored to reflect the risks of the host community, ensuring participants learn not only general safety principles but also how to apply them to their own environments. Content is engaging, inclusive, and designed to encourage participation from all ages.
Each Water Safety Day also includes supporting resources such as fact sheets, posters, and take-home guides that reinforce the key safety messages. These materials extend the impact of the program by providing lasting reminders that can be shared within families and communities long after the event concludes.Water Safety Days empower communities to be more confident and capable around water while building a stronger culture of safety.
Practical learning tailored to local waterways and risks.
Increased community awareness of drowning prevention strategies.
Opportunities for families and groups to learn together.
Stronger community resilience and preparedness in emergencies.
