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Water Safety Programs

Royal Life Saving offers water safety programs that educate, engage, and empower people of all ages to enjoy aquatic environments safely

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Why Water Safety Matters

Water safety education is one of the most effective ways to reduce drowning and create safer communities. By starting early and continuing through all stages of life, we can build the confidence, skills, and knowledge people need to enjoy the water safely.

357

People Drowned in Australia last year

27%

Increase from last year

1000*

Non Fatal Drownings in Australia Last Year

50%

of Children leaving Primary School cant Swim 50m

33%

Born Overseas

250

Per Year over 35 Years of age

Pre School Water Safety

Primary School Water Safety

High School Water Safety

School Programs

Royal Life Saving offers evidence-based Water Safety Education Programs for schools, helping students build confidence, skills, and knowledge to stay safe in and around water.

Water Safety Days

Water Safety at your Event

Water Safety Talks & Presentations

Community Programs

Royal Life Saving partners with communities to deliver practical, engaging, and evidence-based programs that empower adults and families to enjoy aquatic environments safely.

Key Features of our Programs

Our programs are designed to be practical, inclusive, and effective, giving every participant the skills and knowledge they need to stay safe around water.

Age-Appropriate Learning

Content is tailored to the developmental stage of participants, making lessons engaging and easy to understand.

Flexible Delivery

Programs can be run through schools, community centres, or aquatic facilities, ensuring they reach a wide range of audiences.

Evidence-Based Approach

Built on research and proven frameworks, the programs reflect best practice in water safety education.

Water Safety Resources

Our education programs are supported by a wide range of resources, research, and campaigns. Explore more to extend learning beyond the classroom and into the community:

Drowning Research

Evidence-based insights to inform teaching and program design

Fact Sheets

Online safety information for schools, parents, and communities.

Multilingual Resources

Resources for culturally and linguistically diverse communities

Education Campaigns

Awareness initiatives that bring key water safety messages to life

Need some help?

Getting started is easy — whether you’re a teacher, community leader, or parent, we can help you access the right program and resources.

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