Welcome to Cairns Surf LIFE SAVING Club
The Cairns Surf Life Saving Club is one of the oldest Surf Life Saving clubs in Queensland, having been formed in 1924 as a volunteer organization to patrol the Northern Beaches of Cairns.
Originally patrolling the Cairns Esplanade, the club moved to Yorkey’s Knob before moving to the Northern end of Palm Cove in 1953. Cairns SLSC maintains its voluntary patrols of the beach on weekends and public holidays from April to November. The club offers activities for junior members aged between 5 and 13 (known universally as “Nippers”), and for senior members through to a thriving “Masters” (over 30) contingent.
Membership
There are many ways at Cairns SLSC in which you can get involved as a
For our Patrolling Lifesavers: We appreciate your commitment to patrolling Palm Cove Beach. Your membership fee includes Hi-Viz Vest, Live Heats Band & allows Cairns SLSC to offer you continuous access to various benefits, including meals on patrol days, all patrol awards & proficiencies, the use of club facilities and equipment along with a free Supporters Club membership that provides member discounts.
For our Nipper Families: Membership fees include Hi-Viz Vest, Live Heat Bands, insurance, Sunday nipper sessions during the season (April-October), complimentary coaching and training sessions, free Supporters Club membership that offers member discounts. Please note that club uniforms and certain carnival and championship events incur additional costs.
For our Associate Members: Are you keen to join a Surf Life Saving Club but don’t want to patrol the beach? An associate membership allows you to do just that! Whether you would like to help with nippers on a Sunday, help on the BBQ stall or just help with some admin & logistics, this membership type allows you too. Membership fees include free Supporters Club membership that offers member discounts. & the best thing is if you decide to enrol onto a course it is easy to upgrade your membership.
For a full list of membership roles click here -> Join The Club – Surf Life Saving Queensland
2025 Open Day
Our 2025 Open Day is set for Sunday 23rd March. The club will be open to all who are interested in knowing what a surf club does. We are planning activities and explanations about the equipment we use, as well as providing pathways for anyone who would like to join. There will be a sausage sizzle, as well as our supporters club offering drinks and meals.
Sign on will be available on the day.
Cairns Surf Club Palm Cove... where the locals eat
