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In life, sometimes the path back is just as meaningful as the one forward. Lara Johnson’s journey through lifesaving, track, and back to lifesaving is a powerful reminder of the beauty of community, perseverance, and passion for sport. Sandy Toes & Nipper Sundays Lara’s story began as a Nipper at Clifton, where she fell in love with the ocean, the

My Clifton Lifesaving Journey: An inspiring conversation with Conrad Scheepers. When Conrad Scheepers, a former provincial swimmer originally from Pretoria and now living in Noordhoek, Cape Town, stepped away from competitive swimming, he thought his days of high-performance sport were behind him. “I stopped swimming the year after matric,” Conrad reflects, “I was overwhelmed and honestly felt too slow to

Rescue Report: 9th December 2024 – Onrus Beach Date and Time: 9th December 2024, approximately 16:00Location: Onrus Beach, Western CapeRescuers: Aaron Lustig, Oli Levinthal, Zachary-Levi Herskovitz (Off-Duty Clifton Lifeguards), and Onrus Local Lifeguards Incident Overview:On the afternoon of 9th December 2024, three off-duty Clifton lifeguards—Aaron Lustig, Oli Levinthal, and Zachary-Levi Herskovitz—were at Onrus Beach when Aaron spotted a swimmer being

For Britt Hyland, the decision to take on the Clifton Lifeguard Course was more than just a challenge – it was an opportunity to rediscover her inner strength and embrace a new way to connect with the ocean. As a swim and triathlon coach based on the Atlantic Seaboard, Britt had spent years in the water, but this experience would

Swift Action Saves Swimmer at Clifton 4th Beach A coordinated rescue by Clifton lifeguards, NSRI, and medics saved a swimmer in distress during a local event. Battling strong winds and icy waters, the team ensured a full recovery. Read the full story of their heroic efforts!

Are you ready to make a difference, embrace a healthy lifestyle, and join a community of ocean enthusiasts? Clifton Surf Lifesaving Club’s new lifeguard courses are here to help you kickstart 2025 with purpose. Over four weeks, you’ll gain life-saving skills, learn about the ocean, and meet incredible people while making an impact on your community. Paul Lassen, the club’s

Clifton Surf Lifesaving Club’s first-ever team to compete in Australia delivered remarkable performances, breaking new ground and securing impressive results at the 2024 Lifesaving World Championships. With a squad of 27 passionate Youth, Open, and Masters athletes, Clifton proudly etched its name into the history books. Historic Firsts for Clifton: Open Competition Success: Final Placings (out of 142 clubs): The

Saturday, 5th October 2024 – Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town: Off-duty Clifton Surf Lifesaving Club lifeguard Jonah Lustig performed a heroic rescue after spotting a man in distress, caught in a powerful rip current. Jonah had just finished surfing and was walking up the beach when he heard two beachgoers shouting for help, indicating that their friend was drowning. Jonah

A Season of Service and Success This past season, Clifton Lifesaving Club achieved extraordinary milestones, thanks to the dedication of our lifeguards, the support of our sponsors, and the trust of our community. Now, you can relive the highlights and go behind the scenes in our 2023/24 Rescue Report—a celebration of service, impact, and the spirit of lifesaving. What’s Inside

The 2022/23 season was a remarkable one for Clifton Lifesaving Club, filled with dedication, resilience, and a steadfast commitment to beach safety. Our Duty Report captures the incredible efforts of our lifeguards, the progress of our training programmes, and the life-saving impact we’ve had on our community. Download the full report to discover how we continue to lead with vigilance