Nippers 2023-24 Program AND ENROLMENT
Nippers! Serious Fun!
If you have a child between 5 and 13 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 Children aged 5 (as at 30/09/2023) to 13 and includes developing surf awareness and surf education. Nippers will learn skills on the beach and in the water whilst having fun.
Following the Surf Education program, Nippers will have a good awareness of beach hazards such as waves and rips and also have a basic knowledge of first aid skills.
Competition is offered that incorporates fun and teamwork. Events for Nippers involve swimming, board paddling, wadding, running, beach flags, and relays. Competition is optional.
What does the Nippers program involve?
A basic knowledge of water safety is vital when swimming at the beach and the Nipper Program aims to teach children surf awareness, surf skills, lifesaving skills and competition/teamwork skills. Nippers should end up with a good awareness of beach hazards like surf and rips and a basic knowledge of first aid skills.
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 13 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 Children aged 5 (as at 30/09/2023) to 13 and includes developing surf awareness and surf education. Nippers will learn skills on the beach and in the water whilst having fun.
Following the Surf Education program, Nippers will have a good awareness of beach hazards such as waves and rips and also have a basic knowledge of first aid skills.
Competition is offered that incorporates fun and teamwork. Events for Nippers involve swimming, board paddling, wadding, running, beach flags, and relays. Competition is optional.
What does the Nippers program involve?
A basic knowledge of water safety is vital when swimming at the beach and the Nipper Program aims to teach children surf awareness, surf skills, lifesaving skills and competition/teamwork skills. Nippers should end up with a good awareness of beach hazards like surf and rips and a basic knowledge of first aid skills.
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 December 2023: Registration 1-3pm, followed by session #1 at 3-5pm and Nip 'n' Sip from 5pm
28, 29, 30, 31 December 2023: 9:30-11:00am
2, 3, 4, 6 January 2024: 9:30-11am
7 January 2024: Bass Nipper Carnival @ Cape Paterson First Surf 9am-12pm
9, 11, 12 January 2024: 9:30-11am
13 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?
Fees must be paid before your Nipper can commence training. Payment ensures your child is insured by Life Saving Victoria.
2023-24 fees are as follows:
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.
How do I join the program?
There are 3 steps to sign up a Nipper:
There are limited spots available for the program, so get in early!
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 December 2023: Registration 1-3pm, followed by session #1 at 3-5pm and Nip 'n' Sip from 5pm
28, 29, 30, 31 December 2023: 9:30-11:00am
2, 3, 4, 6 January 2024: 9:30-11am
7 January 2024: Bass Nipper Carnival @ Cape Paterson First Surf 9am-12pm
9, 11, 12 January 2024: 9:30-11am
13 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?
Fees must be paid before your Nipper can commence training. Payment ensures your child is insured by Life Saving Victoria.
2023-24 fees are as follows:
- $135 for 1 Nipper and 1 Parent/Guardian (Associate Membership)
- $60 for each subsequent Nipper
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.
How do I join the program?
There are 3 steps to sign up a Nipper:
- Please head to https://sls.com.au/join - this online process signs you up to our club and allows you to pay your membership and programs fees.
- Complete the Cape Paterson SLSC Registration Form by clicking here.
- Ensure you have provided your WWCC number and expiry to [email protected], more information can be found here
There are limited spots available for the program, so get in early!
For more information please contact James at [email protected]