North Cottesloe Sea Lions
Surf Life Saving Australia
Awards of Excellence 2023 Winner
Community Education Program of the Year
Above: 2023/24 Program participants, volunteers and club members complete a ‘hand print’ mural in partnership with Dulux Australia.
Program Purpose
Actively engage teens with disabilities by developing surf skills, surf awareness and building positive relationships both within the program and throughout the club.
Above: local artists Ray Boffey (left) and Jacob Butler (aka Shakey) put the finishing touches on the hand print mural which includes a Sea Lion in club colours and the inclusive message that ‘our beach is for everyone’.
Our nationally award winning program aligns with the North Cottesloe SLSC vision….
to be WA’s leading Surf Life Saving Community.
Hear from our participants…
Kristen & Eliza
Eliza, a year 11 student, and her family were seeking something more meaningful than more mainstream options available for inclusive youth programs. Fortunately, her family discovered a unique opportunity – connecting with sea lions. This extraordinary experience has not only transformed Eliza's life but also brought joy to her entire family.
The program has had a significant impact on Eliza's confidence, coordination, and gross motor skills. However, it's the invaluable social aspect that truly stands out. Eliza and her fellow program participants have formed strong bonds with their buddies, like Matilda, who guide the program.
2024/25 Season Program Dates
2024/25 Season dates have now been confirmed.
The program generally runs an 8 session program weekly on Sundays from 09.15am to 10.45 am at North Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club. The Sea Lions season will begin on Friday 7 February with an information briefing, and starts on the beach on Sunday 9 February continuing through to the final session on Sunday 30 March.
For more information and to express your interest, please complete the form HERE.
Other social, fitness and educational opportunities also exist throughout the year for teens to get involved in too.