Surf officials are the key to the effective running of all surf sports events. Read on for more informatino on how to officiate at SLSA events or how to become an accredited surf sports official.

How to become an accredited official

If you are interested in becoming an accredited surf official you will need to get in contact with your state Surf Life Saving centre.

State centres set course dates and can let you know when the next Level 1 or Level 2 Surf Official course is going to be conducted and enrolment information.

NSW State Office (02) 9984-7188
QLD State Office (07) 3846-8000
VIC State Office (03) 9676-6900
SA State Office (08) 8354-6900
WA State Office (08) 9244-1222
TAS State Office (03) 6223 5555
NT State Office (08) 8948-4102

Official accreditation and relicense forms

If you have recently attended a Level 1, 2 or 3 officiating course, you may require an officials application form. Fill the form out and forward it on to your relevant state centre to be assessed.

If you have noticed your Level 1, 2 or 3 official accreditation has expired, you will require an officials re-licensing form . Fill out all pages of the form and send it to your relevant state centre to be assessed. Both these forms are available for download on the Forms page of the website.

Recognition of Prior Learning
If you would like to apply for recognition of prior learning for the level one surf official course you will need to fill out form 110 on the Forms page and forward it to your state center.

Awards of Excellence
The SLSA Awards of Excellence will see 3 new awards being presented.
Surf Sports Athlete of the Year
Surf Sports Coach of the Year
Surf Sports Official of the Year

For futher information, please read and complete the appropriate circular and form

For further information: surfofficial@slsa.asn.au
Page updated: February 2008