Platinum Camp is the next step after Silver, built for our 17+ members. It delivers the Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue (SMAR) award, an advanced qualification focused on search and rescue, designed for members ready to take on more operational and leadership responsibility.
You’ll work through submerged object retrievals, hands-on search and rescue tasks, and realistic scenarios, building the skills to become a future leader in lifesaving, at Portsea and across the state.
PROGRAM DATES
PLATINUM CAMP 2026 RUNS:
- Friday 14 August 2026
- Saturday 15 August 2026
- Sunday 16 August 2026
Held at Portsea SLSC.
REGISTRATION DATES AND PROCESS
Application links are posted to members via e-Boomer and Portsea SLSC socials.
There’s no separate priority ticket for Platinum Camp, but applicants need to show outstanding commitment and meaningful contribution to the club, this should come through clearly in your application.
ELIGIBILITY
To take part in Platinum Camp, you must:
- Be a current financial member of Portsea SLSC
- Hold a proficient Bronze Medallion and Inflatable Rescue Boat Crew certificate (recorded in the SLSA/LSV database). ART/FA and other awards are highly desirable, though not required.
- Have attended Portsea SLSC Silver Camp
- Be in good standing with the club
- Complete and submit a Platinum Camp application
FEES
Platinum Camp costs $450 per candidate.
If your family is facing financial hardship, please contact the Education Director directly to discuss support options.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Platinum Camp centres on the Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue (SMAR) award, advancing your:
- Search and rescue operational skills
- Submerged object retrieval techniques
- Leadership and decision-making in complex, high-pressure scenarios
This camp is designed to prepare you for the next level of responsibility, whether that’s at Portsea or within Life Saving Victoria more broadly.