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Every parent wants their child to lead a happy, healthy and active youth. There is no better place for this than introducing your child to surf lifesaving and nippers.

Nippers is a junior program that introduces children aged 5 to 13 to surf lifesaving. It is a fun outdoors activity that grows a child’s confidence, teaches valuable life skills and knowledge. Every surf lifesaving club around Australia offers a nippers program, all with various styles and sizes.

The youth of today are the future of Surf Life Saving, and the Nippers pathway teaches lessons and skills allowing them to continue in lifesaving and sport as they grow older.

But it’s not hard work. We like to call it serious fun! Nippers is a great way for children to make friends, be active and enjoy the beach in a safe environment.

Nippers are Australian for life. Are your kids?

The weekly Nippers program can only be run if parents assist. Parent participation is always encouraged and eagerly sought. Please do ask questions and offer your help in whatever area you feel comfortable. We cannot succeed without your assistance.

Surf Lifesaving is a voluntary organization. Coaches, Age Managers, and the Committee are not paid however seek to provide a service to assist in educating your children in the surf.

Parents MUST remain with their children on the beach and support their Age Manager. You must be there to attend to your child’s safety and welfare. Your child remains your responsibility.

You will have fun and meet some nice people along the way. You are encouraged to join in, whenever and wherever possible.

The senior club has various awards that you may be interested in doing. You may like to get your Bronze Medallion or become an Official; many parents of junior members have achieved various awards in the past.

Occasionally we will call for parents to help with our fundraising BBQ’s. It is a great way to meet other parents and have a lot of fun. Remember that the more you participate the more your child is likely to feel a sense of satisfaction and belonging to the club.