Callum Brennan
20
YEARS OLD
QLD
CURRUMBIN SLSC
N/A
2023/2024 SERIES
swim
STRENGTH
Bio
Callum Brennan grew up in Brisbane on the Bayside, starting his surf lifesaving career racing for Point Lookout. He made the move to Currumbin Beach Vikings SLSC, and already has an impressive list of accolades to his name, in surf lifesaving and pool rescue on the International, National and State stages. This includes representing the Australian Lifesaving Team on four occasions; contributing to a 3rd Overall Point Score finish for his club at the 2024 Lifesaving World Championships – Interclub; helping his team take out multiple medals in the Open Surf Teams at the 2024 Australian Championships; and holding multiple Australian records in the Pool Rescue. Callum was also named 2023 SLSQ Youth Athlete of the Year and was a finalist for SLSA Youth Athlete of the Year. He is now excited to make his debut at the 2024/25 Shaw and Partners Iron Series.
Callum, how old were you when youstarted surf lifesaving and why?
6-years old in green caps, because my parents were lifesavers as well.
Who was your hero growing up in and out of surf lifesaving?
Ali Day is the best!
What is the best piece of advice that you have ever been given?
“Never give up, even when times are tough.”
Your advice for aspiring Shaw and Partners Iron Athletes?
Keep working hard, especially on your weaker legs and make them an advantage.
How do you relax away from competition?
I like to surf, fish, and go to the beach. And its always fun hanging with mates at the surf club
What do you think about during a race?
I am looking out and noting it was happening around me.
Callum, what has been a high and low in your Ironman journey?
High: Making the 2024/25 Shaw and Partners Iron Series.
Low: Missing out on the Sunday Final the last few Trial Rounds.
What is your go-to meal before a carnival?
Pasta.