A comprehensive guide to surf lifesaving: Lifesaving
Take a look at the history of surf life saving in Australia, the ongoing transformation of lifesaving services & explore surf life saving beyond the f…
Author: Andre Slade
Andre is the founder and director of OceanFit with more than 30 years involvement in the swimming, lifesaving and water safety industry.
Do fluro vests spell the end of bare chested ocean swimming?
New hi-vis fluro vests are set to become the norm in ocean swimming events and for ocean swimmers this policy will effectively mean the end to partici…
5 most common ocean anxieties and how to overcome them
Whether it’s a niggling side-thought, or an inherent fear, your ocean anxieties can be a massive barrier to enjoying the ocean.
6 ocean swimming products I couldn’t do without
There are six ocean swimming products I swear I couldn't live without when it comes to visiting the beach and enjoying my ocean swimming - check them …
Dogpaddle: It’s sink or swim, you’re more confident than you think
There was one lesson that I learnt from my first family dog Tosh, with the help from my dad, that helps tell the story of ‘sink or swim’.
Where to swim when not between the flags
Learn how to choose a place to swim when you don't want to swim between the flags on a patrolled beach or when you're on a beach without flags.
5 tips to avoid drowning at the beach
The beach can be an dangerous and unforgiving place and all beach-goers should know these five basic beach safety tips to avoid drowning at the beach.
Increase your ocean awareness and overcome your fear of the ocean
The ocean can be a scary place and it's common for people to have a fear of it. You can overcome your fear by understanding the ocean environment bett…