Surf Talk

Surf Life Saving SA
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Welcome to Surf Talk, where we discuss everything Surf Life Saving SA, from our training, to our community programs, to surf sports, lifesaving, water safety and much more.

Episodes

  1. 04/17/2025

    Surf Talk Episode 9 - Member Development

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by Georgia Brazenall, the Head of Club and Member Development at Surf Life Saving SA. Club and Member Development is responsible for ensuring that all of SLSSA’s clubs are engaged and satisfied in order to have longevity in the volunteering movement, and that everyone feels like they belong.

    32 min

  2. 03/21/2025

    Surf Talk Episode 8 - Diversity

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by Peter Taylor, the Diversity and Inclusion Officer at West Beach Surf Life Saving Club. Together, they discuss the importance of water safety education for migrants, community groups and families who may lack critical swimming skills and lifesaving knowledge. They also highlight how individuals can reach out to get involved in one of the many programs offered by SLSSA and local surf life saving clubs.

    27 min

  3. 03/07/2025

    Surf Talk Episode 7 - First Aid & CPR

    This week we welcome guest host Jessica McCall, who joins us to interview Surf Talk’s Ross Smith about his journey from being a paramedic to a Business and Growth Specialist at SLSSA, and the importance of First Aid & CPR.

    29 min

  4. 02/21/2025

    Surf Talk Episode 6 - Lifesaving Operations

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by SLSSA Head of Lifesaving & Emergency Operations, Sean Faulkner, to discuss the different lifesaving services offered across the state and the incredible volunteers who protect and service the South Australian communities.

    20 min

  5. 01/30/2025

    Surf Talk Episode 5 - Commercial Training

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by SLSSA Head of Commercial Training, Sally-Ann Prince, to discuss the commercial training offerings at Surf Life Saving SA. Surf Life Saving SA delivers a number of commercial courses, including First Aid, CPR, Pool Lifeguard, Pool Operators and Boat License courses. The organisation works with schools, banks, sporting organisations, allied health, construction councils, and different types of emergency services. This episode is sponsored by FHTS - Firehouse Technologies.

    24 min

  6. 12/19/2024

    Surf Talk Episode 4 - VACSWIM

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by SLSSA Head of Community and Aquatic Programs, Natasha Hudoba, to discuss VACSWIM. VACSWIM is South Australia's most renowned summer holiday program, giving children aged three to twelve confidence in and around the water. VACSWIM is structured in five-day blocks, with 130+ programs on offer across nearly 120 beaches, lakes, pools and rivers. This episode is sponsored by FHTS - Firehouse Technologies.

    13 min

  7. 12/16/2024

    Surf Talk Episode 3 - Community Programs

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by VACSWIM instructor and West Beach SLSC member Marley Fairclough. This week, they discuss the importance of SLSSA’s community programs, such as VACSWIM, Surf Babies and Rippers, in providing water safety education and lifesaving skills. Marley also reveals how this knowledge and skillset allowed her to complete the rescue of a child at Point Sinclair in 2020. Her heroism and lifesaving efforts were recognised with Rescue of the Year at the 2020 SLSSA Awards of Excellence. This episode is sponsored by FHTS - Firehouse Technologies.

    20 min

  8. 11/28/2024

    Surf Talk Episode 2 - Surf Sports

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by SLSSA Head of Sport, David Visockis, to discuss the different surf sport opportunities available with Surf Life Saving SA

    20 min

  9. 11/14/2024

    Surf Talk Episode 1 - Boat Licences (sponsored by Australian Maritime & Fisheries Academy)

    Surf Talk host, Ross Smith, is joined by Boat Licence trainer, Stu Ferenci, to discuss all things boating and fishing, including how you can secure your boat licence through the SA Boat Licence course run by Surf Life Saving SA.

    23 min
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About

Welcome to Surf Talk, where we discuss everything Surf Life Saving SA, from our training, to our community programs, to surf sports, lifesaving, water safety and much more.

Information

  • Creator
    Surf Life Saving SA
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Surf Talk