Join BWRAG in Torquay, Australia April 18-19 for the first Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit of 2026, presented by Patagonia.
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.
REGISTRATION*
Participants must register in advance. Summit limited to 50 participants. Registration closes April 12 or when all available seats are sold out.
*** PRICES ABOVE ARE DISPLAYED IN USD to align with AUD exchange rates ***
AUD: $425 Adult (16+) / $325 Grom (U16)
Successful completion of the course includes a nationally recognized certified statement of attainment of Unit of Competency (UoC) HLTAID009 for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
Official BWRAG Certificate of Completion provided upon graduation. (This certification qualifies students to purchase the Patagonia PSI vest. The Certificate of Completion must be presented to Patagonia to begin the purchasing process.)
*Refunds for Registration Fees will be issued in full for cancellations 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.
SCHEDULE
*** Check-in opens at 7:30am with course material from 8:00am - 5:30pm both days. ***
Day 1: Saturday, April 18, 2026
CURRICULUM: Ocean Risk Management / CPR / First-Aid and Medical Interventions / Spot Analysis / Safety Equipment
LOCATION: Patagonia Torquay Headquarters - 5 Baines Cres, Torquay, VIC 3228, Australia
Day 2: Sunday, April 19, 2026
CURRICULUM: Emergency Action Planning / Mindful Breathing & Apnea Training / Water Rescue Training (Unassisted Rescue, Surfboard Rescue)
LOCATION (AM): Patagonia Torquay Headquarters 5 Baines Cres, Torquay, VIC 3228, Australia
LOCATION (PM): Fishermans Beach, Torquay
INSTRUCTORS
Greg Long / Paige Alms / Jon Hoover / Aaron “Azza” Graham / Pat Hopkins / Dan Ross
“PARTNERS IN SAFETY”
Mahalo nui loa to to BWRAG Legacy Partner Patagonia for their ongoing commitment and generous support of BWRAG trainings around the world, and to Pro Guarding for providing summit instruction support and equipment.
Additional summit details will be sent to registered participants via email on Monday, April 13 prior to the event.
Join BWRAG in Torquay, Australia April 18-19 for the first Surf Responder & Ocean Safety Summit of 2026, presented by Patagonia.
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.
REGISTRATION*
Participants must register in advance. Summit limited to 50 participants. Registration closes April 12 or when all available seats are sold out.
*** PRICES ABOVE ARE DISPLAYED IN USD to align with AUD exchange rates ***
AUD: $425 Adult (16+) / $325 Grom (U16)
Successful completion of the course includes a nationally recognized certified statement of attainment of Unit of Competency (UoC) HLTAID009 for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
Official BWRAG Certificate of Completion provided upon graduation. (This certification qualifies students to purchase the Patagonia PSI vest. The Certificate of Completion must be presented to Patagonia to begin the purchasing process.)
*Refunds for Registration Fees will be issued in full for cancellations 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.
SCHEDULE
*** Check-in opens at 7:30am with course material from 8:00am - 5:30pm both days. ***
Day 1: Saturday, April 18, 2026
CURRICULUM: Ocean Risk Management / CPR / First-Aid and Medical Interventions / Spot Analysis / Safety Equipment
LOCATION: Patagonia Torquay Headquarters - 5 Baines Cres, Torquay, VIC 3228, Australia
Day 2: Sunday, April 19, 2026
CURRICULUM: Emergency Action Planning / Mindful Breathing & Apnea Training / Water Rescue Training (Unassisted Rescue, Surfboard Rescue)
LOCATION (AM): Patagonia Torquay Headquarters 5 Baines Cres, Torquay, VIC 3228, Australia
LOCATION (PM): Fishermans Beach, Torquay
INSTRUCTORS
Greg Long / Paige Alms / Jon Hoover / Aaron “Azza” Graham / Pat Hopkins / Dan Ross
“PARTNERS IN SAFETY”
Mahalo nui loa to to BWRAG Legacy Partner Patagonia for their ongoing commitment and generous support of BWRAG trainings around the world, and to Pro Guarding for providing summit instruction support and equipment.
Additional summit details will be sent to registered participants via email on Monday, April 13 prior to the event.
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