Program information:

We are excited to announce that our 2020 Downs Little Lifeguards program is open now for enrollments! 
As you know each year since 2014 Milne Bay and Highfields aquatic staff have joined in volunteering with the Downs Little Lifeguard team of Toowoomba to run the drowning prevention program. This year we are heading to the Gold Cost for the weekend!
If you have friends or family  that would like to join in the excitement please let them know and spread the word!

Water Warriors Weekend

Saturday 29 February: Miami Beach Surf Life Saving Club - 9am to 3pm
Sunday 1 March: Tallebudgera Creek - 9am to 12pm

Come join the Downs Little Lifeguard warriors at the beach and river and:

•  Catch the waves on the surfboards
•  Be challenged by the swimming conditions and learn survival skills
•  Experience life saving techniques with professionals
•  Learn about currents and tidal changes
•  Make new mates
•  Conquer CPR and practice rescues

Beach day at Miami

• 9am arrival and welcome
• Morning activities (and light refreshments supplied)
• 12pm BBQ lunch
• Afternoon activities (and light refreshments supplied)
• 3pm conclude

River day at Tallebudgera 

• 9am arrival and welcome
• Morning activities (and light refreshments supplied)
• 12 noon conclude and hand out of certificate

Cost $20 per child

To apply complete the enrollment form . 

This 2 day program is a fun and educational weekend aimed at decreasing the drownings we have in our region. Over the past 5 years we have had the best time teaching over 400 children survival skills in rivers, dams, creeks and pool environments. Take a look at our past programs by visiting our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/Downslittlelifeguards  

Check out the requirements below and if you have any questions send us a comment or message and we will be in contact.


Requirements: Children must be 8 to 17 years old and be able to swim continuously for 50 meters. This is not a learn to swim program. The program is run by Royal Life Saving volunteers and Toowoomba Region Aquatic and Fitness volunteers. Own transport and accommodation are needed (make it a short holiday). Children are encouraged to wear the Downs Little Lifeguard rash shirt which can be purchased at a cost of $25 if not owned from previous program. Limited numbers. Enrolments close 17 February 2020. An adult must be present and be responsible for a child at all times. We encourage adults to participate with the children on land or in the water. Survival skills are for everyone!


Locations of program:
Miami Beach Surf life Saving Club - 2 Hythe St, Miami QLD 4220, Australia
Tallebudgera Creek - (Out the front of) Neptune Surf Life Saving Club - 1527 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach QLD 4221 Australia