Whangamata
Surf life saving club

Memberships Now Open for the 2026/2027 Season

Social/Associate MembershipActive Lifeguard Membership

Please note: Sign up for junior surf programmes coming soon!

WHANGAMATA SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB

Since 1949 we have provided services to promote, enable and deliver safe, fun coastal recreation at Whangamata and its surrounding beaches. This would not be possible without our family of volunteers, members and sponsors.

Junior Surf

Junior Surf is a fantastic way for families to become involved in surf life saving. It teaches kids from 5 years old up to 13, how to stay safe at the beach and in the water while having heaps of fun and making new friends.

Life Saving Sport

We encourage all lifeguards to participate in rescue style events to ensure that their fitness is kept up to a high standard by creating friendly competition within the club.

LIFEGUARDING

Whangamata Surf Life Saving Club operates both voluntary and paid lifeguard services throughout the summer period. The squad trains together each week and responds to incidents from Houmunga Bay to Pauanui.

Patrol Hours

2026/2027 Season

Labour Weekend Season Starts- Sat 24th October 11am – 5pm – Sunday 25th October 10am – 4pm. Monday 26th October 10am – 4pm

31st October – 13th December – Saturday’s 11:00am – 5:00pm Sunday’s 10am – 4pm

14th December – 8th February – Daily 10:00am – 6:00pm

South Beach – 21st December 2026- 10th January 2027 – Daily 11:00am-5:00pm

13th February 2027- 29th March 2027 – Saturday’s 11:00am – 5:00pm and Sunday’s 10:00am – 4:00pm

If you see someone in trouble, please DIAL 111 and ask for Police.

THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS

Whangamata Surf Life Saving Club would like to say a huge THANK YOU to our sponsors and supporters whose ongoing commitment and support help enable us to protect the community in the water. If you would like to join this great group then please contact the club manager at manager@whangamatasurf.co.nz

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