WELCOME TO
MERMAID BEACH AEME SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB
Newly crowned, Australian Surf Life Saving “Club of the Year” 2022, Mermaid Beach AEME Surf Life Saving Club is a friendly, family-oriented club with established programs in surf sports, youth development and nippers. New members and visitors always welcome.
Boasting some of the Gold Coast’s best surf club facilities, locals and visitors alike love our spectacular location, quality food and friendly, attentive service. Join us at Merlina’s Restaurant for an icy cold beer and a delicious meal, or book your next function or event overlooking beautiful Mermaid Beach.
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Committed to being a premier Surf Life Saving Club and providing excellence in Surf Life Saving services to Mermaid Beach.
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Lest we forget
Today we reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of the Anzacs—men and women who gave so much so we could live with freedom. From the battlefields to the beaches, their spirit lives on in the strength of our community and the mateship we value every day.
We will remember them.
Meet our Mermaid Member:
Meet Tony Hoppitt! 👋
A long-time member whose love for surf sports and community spirit makes him a valued part of the Mermaid Beach SLSC family.
How long have you been a member of Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club.
-I have been a member for about 16 years
What inspired you to join Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club?
-Wanted to learn to paddle ski in the surf as seeing it on TV I always thought it looked exciting. Also I wanted to contribute to the community and generally love the beach and surf.
What’s your favourite memory or experience at the club?
-Travelling and competing in carnivals with friends
If you could give one beach safety tip to the public, what would it be?
-Swim between the flags and never alone in an unpatrolled area
What do you love most about being part of the Mermaid Beach SLSC community?
-The comradery and friendships with similarly minded people
#MeetOurMembers #MermaidBeachSLSC
Meet our Mermaid Member:
Meet Auraiha Hewens! 👋
A driven competitor who’s embraced the Mermaid spirit, pushing her limits and finding a second home in our supportive surf club community.
How long have you been a member of Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club.
-I joined Mermaid surf club in August last year after moving to the Gold Coast from Port Macquarie.
What inspired you to join Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club?
-I’d been out of surf club for a few years and really missed the routine of training and sense of community that comes with it - as a smaller club, Mermaid had a very welcoming and supportive atmosphere that I love.
What’s your favourite memory or experience at the club?
-My favourite experience so far has been putting myself out of my comfort zone whilst getting back into training and racing, with incredible support and encouragement from my coaches and teammates.
If you could give one beach safety tip to the public, what would it be?
-My advice to the public would be to listen to and respect lifesavers and lifeguards - they know what they’re doing!
What do you love most about being part of the Mermaid Beach SLSC community?
-The positivity of all the members, and how everyone has a smile on their face and is up for a chat.
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Happy Easter, Everyone! 🐣🌊
Enjoy the beach this weekend, but always remember to stay safe. Swim between the flags and keep an eye on the conditions.
Have a fantastic and safe long weekend!
#HappyEaster #MermaidBeachSLSC
Meet our Mermaid Member:
Meet Murielle Pronk! 👋
Our incredible Water Safety Coordinator – the dedicated leader making sure everyone stays safe, confident, and supported in and around the water.
How long have you been a member of Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club.
-I joined with my daughter Sofie in the 2020/2021 season
What inspired you to join Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club?
-I liked the family feel to it and have made some amazing life long friends ❤️
What’s your favourite memory or experience at the club?
-I feel honoured to have been able to represent the club at the branch, state and national Awards of Excellence for our Shallow Water Rescue program and even bring home a couple of trophies.
If you could give one beach safety tip to the public, what would it be?
-Swim between the flags peoples 😊
What do you love most about being part of the Mermaid Beach SLSC community?
-The inclusiveness from the day we joined - just overall awesome likeminded people
#MeetOurMembers #MermaidBeachSLSC
✨ Mystery Breakfast Reveal ✨
Introducing a roast breakfast with a British twist 🇬🇧
Your Yorkshire puddings will be served with smoked brisket, a potato pom pom, grilled onion, gravy and two poached eggs of course.
Only available this weekend, breakfast served 8am-11am Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Limited availability.
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Fresh out of the oven and full of fruity goodness. Classic hot cross buns $5.50 a bag — baked with love at the surf club! 🤤 #HotCrossBuns #LocalBakes #EasterTreats #Mermaidbeach
“The club will be open for the community, come on down”
After waiting for the last of the big trees to fall we were proud to announce on Channel9 News that we would reopen as normal on Saturday 8th March despite Cyclone Alfred.
We charged your phones, fed you hot food and gave you shelter to socialize.
And YOU responded with the biggest sense of community. A special thank you to the locals who pitched in and helped us on that Saturday so we could continue looking after everyone affected by the cyclone.
The worst has passed but things take time to get back to normal after a cyclone. That’s why we’re really happy housing Jo our surf club rep in our upstairs office. Whilst supermarkets are trying to restock, we have plenty of food to serve to you, so come on down.
