The fun of surf life saving starts from when you join as a nipper.
 Nippers is the best place to introduce your child to surf life saving and is open to kids from 5 to 13 years old. Surf life saving is a great way to grow your child’s confidence, knowledge and skills in the beach environment. Not only will your child have fun and meet new friends they will become part of an iconic organisation that has served the Australian community for over 100 years.
2009-10 Nipper program will commence with a come and try day on the Sunday 22rd November at Bridgewater at 11:00 am.
For more information or if you are interested in helping with nippers please contact our Nipper Leaders Kevin Gorry 55235702 and Amanda Merryful 55235672
*We still need a couple of age group leaders and water safety volunteers.
Nipper Parents
You probably think there are plenty of reasons not get in and help. In fact, it's really is not difficult to be involved (and usually fun). There are members who will give you all the help possible. You'll be taking an active part in your child's physical and social development, having fun and probably getting to meet some really nice people. Remember - many hands make light work! Any help is appreciated, from setting up the beach equipment to cooking the BBQ and helping out on the beach. We ask also that Parents help out with our fund raising activities. These usually include BBQ’s, Raffles and other events that occur over the season. These are essential for the club to keep functioning and to keep a cap on annual fees. Not only does this raise a few dollars towards purchasing equipment, it encourages parents to socialise and meet other members.
It is important that parents and/or carers NEVER leave their child unattended at Nippers. Please introduce yourself to your child's Age Manager.
Also we expect an acceptable level of behaviour from our members (both senior and junior) and this also applies to parents. We parents and carers should set the example with our behaviours.
Responsibilities
Our aim is to teach the children about all aspects of surf/beach safety - including sun protection.
We parents and carers should set the example - don't forget to bring plenty of sunscreen, a good hat and a water bottle for each family member.
Each child should have
1) A parent or carer present
2) A water bottle
3) Cap on (A sun hat for before & after beach activities is a good idea)
4) Plenty of sunscreen
5) Bathers and Rash Shirt (Lycra Shirt) and wetsuit if possible
6) Towel
All U/9 to U/14’s must prove their proficiency before competing in carnivals.
If you have concerns relating to your child's ability to obtain their Proficiency Qualifications, please contact one of the Nipper leaders or your age manager. Some children aren't able to pass their proficiency until later in the season - this isn't uncommon. Sometimes it just takes a little more pool practice, some encouragement and confidence building!
COMPETITION CORNER
As the competitive time of the season approaches it is IMPERATIVE that if anyone is wishing to compete throughout the season then the competition manager (Andy Murrell ) must be notified at least one week prior to the competition day.
When you contact Andy (5523 4892 or andy.murrell@bayview.vic.edu.au) please indicate the competitors full name and also date of birth.
The carnivals that the club proposes to participate in this year are as follows :
JUNIOR (NIPPERS U8 > U14)
Cosy Corner
(Torquay) |
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Western Regionals
Apollo Bay |
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Victorian Junior Championships
Sandridge (Melbourne) |
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| * ALL JUNIOR CARNIVALS START AT 9am |
SENIORS (U15 > OPEN/MASTERS)
| Anglesea |
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| Fairhaven |
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Lorne
Masters
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| Lorne |
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Victorian Senior Championships
Ocean Grove |
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| * ALL SENIOR CARNIVALS START AT 8.30am |
In order to compete in any water events at Junior carnivals all competitors MUST have their S- Badge which is to be sewn on the left leg of their bathers.
ALL COMPETITORS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN PORTLAND SLSC COMPETITION CAP (GREEN AND GOLD CAP) AND COMPETE IN IT AT CARNIVALS
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