Polzeath Surf Life Saving Club

Polzeath Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) is a UK-based nonprofit organisation dedicated to providing training and promoting lifesaving skills and competition in surf lifesaving. The club is located at Polzeath Beach and serves individuals aged eight and upwards, aiming to enhance safety and lifesaving capabilities in the aquatic environment.

Overview

Founded as part of the Surf Life Saving Great Britain (SLSGB) network, Polzeath SLSC is one of the 57 affiliated clubs across the country, contributing to a vibrant community involved in surf lifesaving activities. The club is also a member of Surf Life Saving Cornwall, representing the region in various competitions and training programs[1][2].

Activities and Mission

The primary focus of Polzeath Surf Life Saving Club is the advancement of health and saving of lives through education, training, and practical support in lifesaving techniques both on land and in the sea. The club promotes amateur sport by organizing training sessions and competitions aimed at developing and demonstrating lifesaving skills.

Their activities specifically benefit children, young people, the elderly, and those with disabilities, making lifesaving knowledge and resources accessible to a broad community base. The club fosters awareness and preparedness to reduce accidents and enhance drowning prevention efforts locally[3][4].

Charity Status

Polzeath Surf Life Saving Club is a registered charity under charity number 1044042. Its charitable objectives include the advancement of health, saving of lives, and promotion of amateur sport, aligned with the broader goals of Surf Life Saving GB, which works with thousands of volunteers and numerous clubs across the UK to build safer communities[4][5].

Affiliations

• Surf Life Saving Great Britain (SLSGB)
• Surf Life Saving Cornwall

These affiliations support the club in maintaining high standards of training, competitive opportunities, and community engagement within the national surf lifesaving framework[1][2][5].

Polzeath Surf Life Saving Club continues to play a vital role in community safety and sport, promoting the skills and values of surf lifesaving through volunteerism, education, and competition at Polzeath Beach and beyond.

[1] https://www.slsgb.org.uk/club/polzeath-surf-life-saving-club/ [2] https://www.polzeathslsc.co.uk [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1044042&subid=0 [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1044042/what-who-how-where [5] https://www.polzeathslsc.co.uk/about-sls