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Surf Life saving Kariaotahi
Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi is a volunteer run organisation that provides surf rescue patrols and emergency search and rescue services at Karioitahi Beach.
Our mission is “to prevent loss of life and ensure safety in and around the aquatic environment by providing lifeguard services and education”.
Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi provides an essential community service and its members are highly regarded, respected and recognized throughout the country
Club Profile
Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Inc. is a fully volunteer run affiliate of Surf Life Saving Northern Region and is one of the 75 surf clubs of Surf Life Saving New Zealand.
The club is located on Kariaoitahi Beach, 7km west of Waiuku township on the rugged west coast of New Zealand, nestled between the entrance to the Manukau Harbour to the north and the mouth of the Waikato River to the south.
Founded in 1969, our volunteer lifeguard patrols have become entrenched in the fabric of New Zealand culture. Our 52 years of service has never seen loss of life within a patrolled area, a record we are justifiably proud of.
The level of professionalism and commitment from our lifeguards has seen a natural progression to becoming well respected as a community-based emergency rescue service. As a club we have worked hard to lift the profile of the club in the community, as well as delivering the professionalism required from a surf lifesaving organisation.
Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi provides volunteer surf rescue services on weekends and public holidays from Labour Weekend through to the end of the Easter school holidays as well as a 24/7 call out service throughout the year.
As a non-profit charitable organisation Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi continues to depend on the goodwill of the community, commercial sponsors and special events to maintain the level of service and programmes the public has come to expect.
How to become a life guard
BECOME A LIFEGUARD-TRAINING AND COURSE
Requirements:
You need to be at least 14 years old at time of examination. You must be a financial member of Surf Life Saving New Zealand (through a club like Kariaotahi).
Swimming.
You will eventually need to swim 400m freestyle (in a pool) non-stop in under 9 minutes as part of your lifeguard qualification. If you are there already–great-keep up the good work!I f you are not there yet, we would recommend that you seek lessons from your local pool until you can at least do 400m non-stop.
Training.
Usually at Kariaotahi Surf Club. For next training dates contact Head of Development. Patrol Support
Patrol Support Award.
This award is the same as the surf lifeguard award but without the in water component. (no swimming or tube rescue included).
Our Board
President - Mike Lawrence
Vice President - Bradley Walters
Vice President - Bradley Walters
Key Responsibilities:
- Chairman of Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi
- Governance and oversight
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Spending time with my family. Also hunting, fishing, golf and a stiff mocha.
Phone: SINGAPORE: +65 9166 3992
Vice President - Bradley Walters
Vice President - Bradley Walters
Vice President - Bradley Walters
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Provide support to the President/Chairman and portfolio holders.
- Special projects
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing
Phone: 021 177 2744
Secretary - Shannon Swann
Vice President - Bradley Walters
Head of Life Saving - Tara Coe
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Ensuring meetings are effectively organised and minuted.
- Support the maintenance of effective organisational records and administration.
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Thrift shopping and finding a good bargain (I’m the lady to see about finding a wetsuit for a steal).
Phone: 021 882 906
Head of Life Saving - Tara Coe
Head of search and rescue - Guy Hornblow
Head of Life Saving - Tara Coe
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Oversight and leadership of patrol and day to day operations.
- Work closely with the Head of Development to ensuring skills are grown across the patrolling members to meet our community needs.
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Rugby and Netball.
Phone: 021 023 54944
Email: tara.coe@kariaotahi.org.nz
Head of search and rescue - Guy Hornblow
Head of search and rescue - Guy Hornblow
Head of search and rescue - Guy Hornblow
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Oversight and Leadership of our Search and Rescue (SAR) Squad.
- Ensuring the SAR Squad and its members are able to respond to SAR tasking’s at short notice 24/7.
Outside of surf I enjoy:
I am an Airfreight Operations Manager and I enjoy spending time with my partner Ella exploring the outdoors.
Phone: 021 527 880
Head of Finance - Shyloh Wyatt
Head of search and rescue - Guy Hornblow
Head of search and rescue - Guy Hornblow
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Managing finances of the club.
- Planning future spending and ensuring current spending is streamlined.
Outside of surf I enjoy:
I work as a risk manager for Westpac, and really enjoy my work. Hobbies include windsurfing, tramping and cooking.
Phone: 020 4019 5681
HEAD OF JUNIOR SURF - Ruth Wormald/Ella Faithful
HEAD OF RESCUE ASSETS & EQUIPMENT - RICK SCHREUDER
HEAD OF RESCUE ASSETS & EQUIPMENT - RICK SCHREUDER
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Managing the Junior Surf Programme ensuring kids are taught essential water safety skills
HEAD OF RESCUE ASSETS & EQUIPMENT - RICK SCHREUDER
HEAD OF RESCUE ASSETS & EQUIPMENT - RICK SCHREUDER
HEAD OF RESCUE ASSETS & EQUIPMENT - RICK SCHREUDER
Key Responsibilities:
- Member of the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Responsible for the capital replacement planning & ongoing maintenance of Rescue Equpment & First Aid Equipment
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Tinkering on and operating old engines.
Phone: 021 030 3089
HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT - Alex Taylor
HEAD OF RESCUE ASSETS & EQUIPMENT - RICK SCHREUDER
HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT - Alex Taylor
Key Responsibilities:
- Memberof the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Managing training and personal development of all members.
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Spearfishing and putting some fresh fish on the table.
Phone: 022 010 0231
Email: alex.taylor@kariaotahi.org.nz
HEAD OF sport - CHRIS PARKER
CO - OPT BOARD MEMBER - PETA MARTINOVICH
HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT - Alex Taylor
Key Responsibilities:
- Memberof the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Organisation of all club sports teams including Pool, Beach, Canoe and IRB Competition
Outside of surf I enjoy:
One of my hobbies is Surfing.
Phone: 028 409 6503
Email: chris.parker@kariaotahi.org.nz
CO - OPT BOARD MEMBER - PETA MARTINOVICH
CO - OPT BOARD MEMBER - PETA MARTINOVICH
CO - OPT BOARD MEMBER - PETA MARTINOVICH
Key Responsibilities:
- Memberof the Surf Life Saving Kariaotahi Board
- Support a portfolio holder and assist with board projects.
Outside of surf I enjoy:
Nutrition and exercise science and I enjoy being outdoors .
Phone: 027 204 3025
Email: peta.martinovich@kariaotahi.org.nz