The Coffs Harbour Club was formed in 1923 and has operated continuously ever since. The club is a community organisation run by volunteers who are dedicated to protecting members of the public who surf and swim at the beach. Surf club patrols are conducted on weekends and public holidays during the surfing season from October to April each year.

All active club members are required to obtain the relevant award(s). The minimum is the Surf Rescue Certificate (13-14 years of age) and the Bronze Medallion (15 years and over). There are however conditions that allow award members to participate as Radio Operators, Advanced Resuscitation Certificate holders etc. More information on club membership can be obtained by contacting the club.

The club is committed to:

• carry out surf patrols on Park Beach and render all possible aid to those in distress
• prevent the loss of life from drowning by providing efficient life saving apparatus
• study and practice the surf life saving methods taught by Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd
• promote demonstrations and arrange classes for instruction to further the best interests of surf bathing and Surf Life Saving Australia
• to foster and encourage members participation in Club, Inter-Club and Championship Competitions in the interest of maintaining fitness for surf life saving responsibilities and in the spirit of true sportsmanship and fair play for a the benefit of the Club and its members.