The Global Drowning Epidemic: The Importance of ISLA Membership
Drowning is a silent epidemic that claims the lives of 1.2 million people every year—equivalent to one person every thirty seconds. Over 90% of these tragic deaths occur in low to middle-income countries, where access to water safety resources, education, and trained lifesavers is often limited or non-existent. This alarming toll emphasizes the critical need for intervention, yet, unlike other pressing global health issues such as malnutrition or malaria, drowning prevention has historically been neglected on the international stage. In many parts of the world, the lack of effective prevention programs continues to contribute to the staggering number of drowning deaths.
The International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA) is working tirelessly to change this. Through a variety of lifesaving initiatives and educational programs, ISLA is actively addressing the global drowning crisis. With operations in numerous countries and a strong focus on training local lifeguards, providing rescue equipment, and raising awareness, ISLA has become a leader in promoting water safety worldwide. By joining the ISLA membership, you can make a real, lasting impact. Your membership helps fund crucial programs that educate communities, provide lifesaving resources, and support training initiatives aimed at reducing drowning risks. Whether you’re a seasoned lifeguard, a water safety professional, or someone passionate about saving lives, ISLA membership provides you with the opportunity to contribute to these life-saving efforts. By becoming part of this global movement, you are helping ISLA expand its reach and save countless lives that might otherwise be lost. Join the fight today and take a stand for water safety.
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Take the first step by becoming an ISLA Member
- Junior Guard
- $ 20 /year
- Available to all boys and girls who interested in drowning prevention, and are between ages 6-17 years old.
- •ISLA Jr. Guard Membership Kit
- •Extra ISLA Stickers
- •ISLA Patch
- •Exclusive Member Only Email Updates
- •Up to 10% off all Merchandise
- •Up to 50% off ISLA Swag
- Professional
- $ 50 /year
- Active or retired individual who has worked in the capacity as a lifeguard of an ocean, bay, lake, river or open water.
- •ISLA Membership Kit
- •Up to 10% off all Merchandise
- •Up to 50% off ISLA Swag
- •Access to Pro Deal Pricing on 300+ Brands
- •Unlock the Affiliate Membership Fundraising Program
- •$50 Discount on all ISLA Trips
- Associate
- $ 100 /year
- Any individual who does not otherwise qualify as a member and who desires to support and obtain membership in ISLA.
- •ISLA Membership Kit
- •Up to 10% off all Merchandise
- •Up to 50% off ISLA Swag
- •Access to Pro Deal Pricing on 300+ Brands
- •Unlock the Affiliate Membership Fundraising Program
- •$100 Discount on all ISLA Trips
- Alumnus
- $ 200 /year
- An Alumnus Member must: (1) Have previously been a ISLA project volunteer; and (2) Want to give back more money towards water safety now that they’re killing it in life.
- •ISLA Membership Kit
- •Up to 10% off all Merchandise
- •Up to 50% off ISLA Swag
- •Access to Pro Deal Pricing on 300+ Brands
- •Unlock the Affiliate Membership Fundraising Program
- •$200 Discount on all ISLA Trips
- Perpetual
- $ 1000 /lifetime
- Perpetual Members pay dues once and enjoy the benefits of ISLA membership for their entire lifetime. Or you can just us send us a picture of your ISLA whale tattoo!
- •ISLA Membership Kit
- •Up to 10% off all Merchandise
- •Up to 50% off ISLA Swag
- •Access to Pro Deal Pricing on 300+ Brands
- •Unlock the Affiliate Membership Fundraising Program
- •$300 Discount on all ISLA Trips
- Corporate
- $ 2500 /year
- Lifesaving agencies & organizations may become Corporate Members, upon application and a review by ISLA.
- •An In-Person Audit of Your Lifeguard Training Program (Once every 5 years)
- •ISLA International Lifeguard Accreditation
- •Expert Point of Contact For Your Organization
- •A Full Project Volunteer Scholarship (Airfare & donation; once every 5 years)
- •Limited use of the ISLA logo
- •ISLA Corporate Membership Kit
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Why Become A Member!
Get your membership kit, member card and unlock savings on ISLA projects and ISLA gear.
Order from the ISLA online store and save 30% - 50% on ISLA swag and gear.
Order prodeals (30% - 70% off!) on outdoor and surf brands* as an ISLA member.
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