In 1927 a few of the local residents who were perturbed by the total lack of protection for bathers on the uMhlanga bathing beach called a meeting of interested parties and formed the first voluntary surf lifesaving club on the North Coast”.   The uMhlanga Lifesaving Club has a photo album dated 1936/1937 of lifesavers training on the main beach with a club flag clearly displaying the letters URSLC.

Located on Umhlanga Rocks main beach.

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Located on the Snell Parade.

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Established in 1928, Pirates Lifesaving Club is located at Battery Beach.

Club contact number – 073 214 7533

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Durban Surf Lifesaving Club was formed 90 years ago on 28th June 1927 at a meeting in the Mayor’s parlour and is proud to be recognised as the first lifesaving club to be formed, not only in Durban, but in South Africa.

Since its inception Durban Surf has been located at North Beach, Durban, a magnificent playground for ocean and surf enthusiasts.

Club contact number – 031 337 0448

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Marine SLC is a voluntary surf lifesaving club that was established in 1963 as a community service; providing lifeguard coverage on Addington Beach, Durban on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

Marine SLC Patrol Squads undertake patrols of Addington Beach and we are extremely proud of our record over half a century. The extensive voluntary service rendered by our many members over this period is part of a wider community service and life-skills development program.

Club contact number – 087 500 9960

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Located in Beach Road, on the Amanzimtoti Main Beach.

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Located in Dick King Place, Doonside.

Club contact number – 082 725 4649

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A vibrant lifesaving club dedicated to the development of aquatic skills and providing life guarding.

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