(a) For participation in individual and team events the competitor’s age as at midnight on 30 September (each year) shall be:
**Note*: There are different membership obligations for members to be eligible to compete in Intra Club, Non-Championship and Championship competition. Refer to Rule 2.2 for details.
(b) In addition to the above, for the specific age conditions and/or qualifications pertaining to participation in First Aid, Champion Patrol, and March Past events refer also to Section 3 and Section 10. Refer also to the Rescue and Resuscitation Manual for participation in the specific U13-U15, 5 Person R&R event.
© Where specified (e.g. Lifesaver Relay, All Age Relay, etc.) competitors of different ages may compete together as specified in the event rules provided that each competitor is of the correct age as outlined in the rules for that event and is currently proficient in the appropriate award for their age group.
(d) No member is permitted to compete in surf ski competition until they are in the U17 age category (i.e. upon reaching 15 years of age as at 30 September in a competition year).
(e) Event minimum age category requirements to compete on surf skis and in surf boats:
