National Leadership College

The 2021 National Leadership College will be held from Sunday 31 January to Saturday 6 February 2020, at Sancta Sophia College, Camperdown, NSW.

Background Information

The National Leadership College (NLC) is an annual leadership and development program recognising young leaders in Surf Life Saving (SLS) aged between 20 and 30 years. Participants come from a variety of clubs, roles and SLS backgrounds. Ideally participants will have attended a state leadership program, however they may have attended similar leadership programs through work or study. The NLC is an essential step in the SLS Leadership Pathway.

The NLC provides an exciting opportunity for members within the movement to further develop their leadership skills and continue to positively contribute to the success of SLS. As well as learning new skills and creating opportunities for personal growth, NLC will open new networks with other likeminded passionate members across the country, who are also committed to making a difference within the movement. The NLC is designed to challenge participants intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically. The skills gained are designed to be taken back to clubs and into other areas of the participant’s daily life, with the aim of contributing to SLSA’s mission statement of saving lives, creating great Australians and building better communities.

Each day includes keynote speakers, elective sessions, activities and challenges relating to the leadership theme of the day. Each participant will be allocated a mentor and have ongoing opportunities for review and further development.

Participants also benefit from exposure to the larger national movement. Networking with members from clubs nationally is a highlight for participants as they share ideas and create new friendships and networks. Participants have the opportunity to see the big picture for SLS as they gain greater exposure to national goals and aspirations. Through the sharing of ideas, resources and future directions, NLC provides an opportunity to create an effective national movement.

Outcomes of the National Leadership College will include:

Exposure to surf lifesaving at a national level

Hear from SLSA leaders

Opportunity to network with other likeminded members from around Australia

Growth in self -confidence and the self-power to make things happen

A perception of your own personal leadership qualities and competencies

Share opinions and workshop current issues

Be inspired by industry professional guest speakers

Become part of the Leadership Alumni

How to Apply

Applications are now open for 2021. For more information and to apply click here

Further Information

Contact Membership & Leadership Development Department for further information or assistance on 03 9676 6945 or email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au

Leaders’ Masterclass

The 2020 SLSA Leaders’ Masterclass will be held from Thursday 10th September – Sunday 13th September 2020 at the University of South Australia, Adelaide.

What is the Leaders’ Masterclass about?

The aim of the Leaders’ Masterclass is to provide an opportunity for members aged 30+ who already hold a senior leadership role in Surf Life Saving to participate in a high-level leadership development program. The Masterclass will provide participants to further develop their leadership skills and continue to positively contribute to the success of SLS, as well as learning new skills and creating opportunities for personal growth, Masterclass will open new networks with other like-minded and passionate members across the country, who are committed to making a difference within the movement. The skills gained are designed to be taken back to clubs and into other area of the participant’s daily life, with the aim of contributing to SLSA’s mission statement of saving lives, creating great Australian’s and building better communities.

Why should I apply?

Refreshed and extended leadership capabilities. A raised awareness of the issues, responsibilities and accountabilities in leadership within SLS

An alignment between the challenges of leading and managing a club and addressing some of the current societal issues

An increased awareness of the requirement of leaders within SLS to think at a strategic level

The opportunity to network and share ideas regarding leadership issues in SLS with other like-minded members from around Australia

Exposure to SLS at a national level

Share opinions and workshop current issues

Be inspired by industry professional guest speakers

Become part of the Leadership Alumni

How can I apply?

Applications are closed for the 2020 Leaders Masterclass.

Here is what previous participants had to say about the program

“The Masterclass reinforced the importance of self. Developing a strong understanding of ‘who I am’ will allow me to make a difference in the best ways possible! I have realized that it is not about my title or position but my awareness and appreciation of others and my influence upon them that count!”
(Tom Sealy)

“The Masterclass was a life changing experience. It left me inspired, enthused and with a long ‘To Do’ list. Most importantly, it taught me how to channel that inspiration and enthusiasm in to the list in a manner that will result in quality, member driven, ‘values based’ outcomes and overall club development.”
(Blaire Walkington)

“Masterclass will be a memorable experience for me. It reminded me to open myself to the unknown, to various perspectives, to a strengths approach and to responsibility that doesn’t mean more work and less effectiveness. I was reminded that we’re all clubbies, that we all are empathetic, wiling and adaptive. Allowing ourselves to be a bit vulnerable at times has left others and knowledge in. Thank you.”
(Bridget Riggs)