2025 OBX, NC Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit
BWRAG is headed back to the Outer Banks for the Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit hosted by REAL Watersports August 16-17, 2025.
The Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit is a two-day training designed for surfers and ocean enthusiasts of all backgrounds, skill levels, and abilities. This course teaches essential ocean safety skills combined with hands-on practical application to help you respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations — for others or yourself.
Summit details below:
INSTRUCTORS
Greg Long / Jon Hoover / Kaipo Kelley / Jessie Kilgour
“PARTNERS IN SAFETY”
Mahalo nui loa to BWRAG Legacy Partner Patagonia for their ongoing commitment and generous support of BWRAG summits around the world. Mahalo to YETI for their continued partnership and to REAL Watersports for graciously hosting us in the Outer Banks.
SCHEDULE (subject to change)
Day 1
LOCATION: Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23646 North Carolina Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
CURRICULUM: Ocean Risk Management / CPR / First-Aid and Medical Interventions / Spot Analysis / Safety Equipment
Day 2
LOCATION (AM): Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23646 North Carolina Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
LOCATION (PM): Rodanthe Beach
CURRICULUM: Emergency Action Planning / Mindful Breathing & Apnea Training / Water Rescue Training (Unassisted Rescue, Surfboard Rescue)
REGISTRATION FEE*
Early-Bird $525 / Regular Price $600 AUD
Successful completion of the course includes an optional Adult/Child/Infant CPR & AED certification through Health & Safety Institute (HSI). You may waive this certification if you already possess higher training credentials (ex. BLS, EMT, etc.)
Official BWRAG Certificate of Completion (qualifies students to purchase the Patagonia PSI Vest; completion of a BWRAG training is a prerequisite for purchasing a Patagonia PSI vest. A BWRAG Certificate of Completion must be presented to Patagonia to begin the purchasing process).
*Refunds for Registration Fees will be issued in full for cancellations that are requested at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the first day of the Summit. No refunds will be issued for cancellations that occur fewer than ten (10) calendar days before the first day of the Summit.
BWRAG is headed back to the Outer Banks for the Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit hosted by REAL Watersports August 16-17, 2025.
The Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit is a two-day training designed for surfers and ocean enthusiasts of all backgrounds, skill levels, and abilities. This course teaches essential ocean safety skills combined with hands-on practical application to help you respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations — for others or yourself.
Summit details below:
INSTRUCTORS
Greg Long / Jon Hoover / Kaipo Kelley / Jessie Kilgour
“PARTNERS IN SAFETY”
Mahalo nui loa to BWRAG Legacy Partner Patagonia for their ongoing commitment and generous support of BWRAG summits around the world. Mahalo to YETI for their continued partnership and to REAL Watersports for graciously hosting us in the Outer Banks.
SCHEDULE (subject to change)
Day 1
LOCATION: Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23646 North Carolina Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
CURRICULUM: Ocean Risk Management / CPR / First-Aid and Medical Interventions / Spot Analysis / Safety Equipment
Day 2
LOCATION (AM): Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23646 North Carolina Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
LOCATION (PM): Rodanthe Beach
CURRICULUM: Emergency Action Planning / Mindful Breathing & Apnea Training / Water Rescue Training (Unassisted Rescue, Surfboard Rescue)
REGISTRATION FEE*
Early-Bird $525 / Regular Price $600 AUD
Successful completion of the course includes an optional Adult/Child/Infant CPR & AED certification through Health & Safety Institute (HSI). You may waive this certification if you already possess higher training credentials (ex. BLS, EMT, etc.)
Official BWRAG Certificate of Completion (qualifies students to purchase the Patagonia PSI Vest; completion of a BWRAG training is a prerequisite for purchasing a Patagonia PSI vest. A BWRAG Certificate of Completion must be presented to Patagonia to begin the purchasing process).
*Refunds for Registration Fees will be issued in full for cancellations that are requested at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the first day of the Summit. No refunds will be issued for cancellations that occur fewer than ten (10) calendar days before the first day of the Summit.
BWRAG is headed back to the Outer Banks for the Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit hosted by REAL Watersports August 16-17, 2025.
The Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit is a two-day training designed for surfers and ocean enthusiasts of all backgrounds, skill levels, and abilities. This course teaches essential ocean safety skills combined with hands-on practical application to help you respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations — for others or yourself.
Summit details below:
INSTRUCTORS
Greg Long / Jon Hoover / Kaipo Kelley / Jessie Kilgour
“PARTNERS IN SAFETY”
Mahalo nui loa to BWRAG Legacy Partner Patagonia for their ongoing commitment and generous support of BWRAG summits around the world. Mahalo to YETI for their continued partnership and to REAL Watersports for graciously hosting us in the Outer Banks.
SCHEDULE (subject to change)
Day 1
LOCATION: Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23646 North Carolina Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
CURRICULUM: Ocean Risk Management / CPR / First-Aid and Medical Interventions / Spot Analysis / Safety Equipment
Day 2
LOCATION (AM): Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23646 North Carolina Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
LOCATION (PM): Rodanthe Beach
CURRICULUM: Emergency Action Planning / Mindful Breathing & Apnea Training / Water Rescue Training (Unassisted Rescue, Surfboard Rescue)
REGISTRATION FEE*
Early-Bird $525 / Regular Price $600 AUD
Successful completion of the course includes an optional Adult/Child/Infant CPR & AED certification through Health & Safety Institute (HSI). You may waive this certification if you already possess higher training credentials (ex. BLS, EMT, etc.)
Official BWRAG Certificate of Completion (qualifies students to purchase the Patagonia PSI Vest; completion of a BWRAG training is a prerequisite for purchasing a Patagonia PSI vest. A BWRAG Certificate of Completion must be presented to Patagonia to begin the purchasing process).
*Refunds for Registration Fees will be issued in full for cancellations that are requested at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the first day of the Summit. No refunds will be issued for cancellations that occur fewer than ten (10) calendar days before the first day of the Summit.
