Nippers 2024-25 Program AND ENROLMENT
Registration at the bottom of the page
Nippers! Serious Fun!
If you have a child between 5 and 14 that loves the beach and you'd like them to learn some skills in the surf, then Cape Paterson Nippers is the perfect program. Nippers is an excellent way to introduce your child to the surf and sand.
Our Nipper program is for members aged 5 (as at 30th September) to 14 and includes surf awareness, surf skills, lifesaving and teamwork skills, as well as optional competition opportunities. Nippers should end up with a good awareness of beach hazards like surf and rips and a basic knowledge of first aid skills. Events for Nippers involve swimming, board paddling, wadding, running, beach flags, and relays.
Under 15 Nippers!
This year we are offering U15 nippers. This will have several streams, including lifesaving skill
building, advanced / competitive nipper activities, as well as a social/active option.
Age Group Allocation
Children are allocated to their age groups (age taken as of 30 September) and an age-appropriate program is provided which includes theory and practical activities.
If you have a child between 5 and 14 that loves the beach and you'd like them to learn some skills in the surf, then Cape Paterson Nippers is the perfect program. Nippers is an excellent way to introduce your child to the surf and sand.
Our Nipper program is for members aged 5 (as at 30th September) to 14 and includes surf awareness, surf skills, lifesaving and teamwork skills, as well as optional competition opportunities. Nippers should end up with a good awareness of beach hazards like surf and rips and a basic knowledge of first aid skills. Events for Nippers involve swimming, board paddling, wadding, running, beach flags, and relays.
Under 15 Nippers!
This year we are offering U15 nippers. This will have several streams, including lifesaving skill
building, advanced / competitive nipper activities, as well as a social/active option.
Age Group Allocation
Children are allocated to their age groups (age taken as of 30 September) and an age-appropriate program is provided which includes theory and practical activities.
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The Starfish Nippers Program!
Cape Paterson SLSC are very excited to be running our Starfish Nippers program for the third time this season! Starfish Nippers provides kids with disabilities the opportunity to participate, supported 1-on-1 by trained helpers. We would love some volunteers to assist and training will be provided. Contact Charlie or James if you're interested or want to learn more [email protected]
Nipper session times and dates
27 Dec 2024: Registration 1-3pm, followed by session #1 at 3-5pm and Social Drinks from 5pm
28, 29, 30, 31 December 2024: 9:30-11:00am
2 & 3 January 2024: 9:30-11am
4 January 2024: Bass Nipper Carnival @ Inverloch SLSC 9am-12pm
7, 8, 9 January 2024: 9:30-11am
11 January 2024: Nipper Club Champs 9am-12pm
Where will the Nipper sessions be held?
We meet at the Surf Life Saving Club and head down to First Surf Beach for practical activities.
I would like to be a Nipper Age Manager. How can I help?
Parents / guardians are asked to consider assisting the program by volunteering to be an Age Group Manager or Parent / Guardian helper for one of the age groups. Each age group needs a few adult helpers at each session. Nipper Age Group Managers are volunteers who run one of the age levels – they are given training and the resources required to run each session. The Nipper Delegates are always available for assistance. A form in the Nipper booklet gives you the chance to join in – please complete and submit if you are interested.
What does the Nipper program cost?
Membership for Nipper and (minimum) 1 parent/guardian PLUS Rash vest PLUS Cap
Fees must be paid before your Nipper can commence training. Payment ensures your child is insured by Life Saving Victoria. The nipper program is provided as part of the membership fee.
Please note Nippers MUST have a hi-vis competition vest as part of registration as well as a nipper club cap for safety reasons. These are available to purchase for $20 (pink rash singlet) and $10 (club cap), and can be purchased at the club on Registration Day. If you already have these items from last year, please bring them along to avoid paying for a second set.
Register for Nippers HERE
There are 3 steps to sign up a Nipper:
Program spots are capped at 400 participants. Priority will be given to existing members.
Cape Paterson SLSC are very excited to be running our Starfish Nippers program for the third time this season! Starfish Nippers provides kids with disabilities the opportunity to participate, supported 1-on-1 by trained helpers. We would love some volunteers to assist and training will be provided. Contact Charlie or James if you're interested or want to learn more [email protected]
Nipper session times and dates
27 Dec 2024: Registration 1-3pm, followed by session #1 at 3-5pm and Social Drinks from 5pm
28, 29, 30, 31 December 2024: 9:30-11:00am
2 & 3 January 2024: 9:30-11am
4 January 2024: Bass Nipper Carnival @ Inverloch SLSC 9am-12pm
7, 8, 9 January 2024: 9:30-11am
11 January 2024: Nipper Club Champs 9am-12pm
Where will the Nipper sessions be held?
We meet at the Surf Life Saving Club and head down to First Surf Beach for practical activities.
I would like to be a Nipper Age Manager. How can I help?
Parents / guardians are asked to consider assisting the program by volunteering to be an Age Group Manager or Parent / Guardian helper for one of the age groups. Each age group needs a few adult helpers at each session. Nipper Age Group Managers are volunteers who run one of the age levels – they are given training and the resources required to run each session. The Nipper Delegates are always available for assistance. A form in the Nipper booklet gives you the chance to join in – please complete and submit if you are interested.
What does the Nipper program cost?
Membership for Nipper and (minimum) 1 parent/guardian PLUS Rash vest PLUS Cap
Fees must be paid before your Nipper can commence training. Payment ensures your child is insured by Life Saving Victoria. The nipper program is provided as part of the membership fee.
Please note Nippers MUST have a hi-vis competition vest as part of registration as well as a nipper club cap for safety reasons. These are available to purchase for $20 (pink rash singlet) and $10 (club cap), and can be purchased at the club on Registration Day. If you already have these items from last year, please bring them along to avoid paying for a second set.
Register for Nippers HERE
There are 3 steps to sign up a Nipper:
- Join / Renew your membership for yourself and your Nipper HERE
- Complete the Cape Paterson SLSC Registration Form by clicking here.
- Ensure you have provided a copy of your WWCC card to [email protected], more information can be found here. This is a requirement for your registration to be approved into the nipper program.
Program spots are capped at 400 participants. Priority will be given to existing members.
For more information please contact James at [email protected]