NIPPERS
ABOUT NIPPERS
ALL Nipper Groups are now CLOSED
Junior Activities (Nippers) is a rewarding experience for the whole family teaching both children and parents, beach and water skills. Members learn the fundamentals of surf safety, how to master the challenge of surf craft and to have fun and make new friends. The Club’s goals are to promote: Surf Skills, Self Esteem, Surf Awareness, Friendship, Confidence and Enjoyment.
We are a small family-oriented club with most of the work being carried out by dedicated volunteers with equipment and operating expenses being paid from donations, sponsorship, fundraising activities and support from the Club’s licensed Supporters Club. Our Club colours are yellow, red and blue.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Nippers is a family-oriented, volunteer-led program that relies entirely on the support of Nipper parents. From Age Managers and Water Safety personnel to BBQ attendants, there are many ways for Nipper adults to get involved, and you may even choose to become a lifesaver yourself!
Parental involvement is crucial for the smooth running of the program, as Nippers is not a “drop and go” sport. We rely on volunteers to ensure the success of the program.
We encourage all members to engage with our members-only platforms, including the Facebook Group and Stack Teams App, as a way to stay informed. Both platforms are accessible by application and approval.
For nippers who attend midweek training sessions or compete at carnivals, parental involvement is a must.
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Age Manager or Assistant Age Manager
Nipper Adult Assistant (NAA) - U6 & U8 only.
Water Safety- Bronze Medallion holders are required in the water at a ration of 1 WS for every 5 nippers.
Official at carnivals
If you are interested in any of these roles. Please contact the Surf Office.
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Hold a current Blue Card
To be present at all Nipper and Training Sessions. Nippers is not a drop and go sport.
Parent Rotating Roster. Each week a different Age Group is on duty. Parents from the 'on duty' Age Group are on BBQ, beach set up/pack down.
If your child competes at carnivals, one parent is expected to do the official course and help at carnivals.
Join FB group and Stack Team App. This is how you stay informed.
Membership Info
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Nipper Registrations are now closed for the 2024/25 Season.
Nippers is not a learn to swim program. Each nipper must show that they are a proficient swimmer to be eligible to join the nipper program.
To be eligible to participate in Nippers
Each nipper MUST complete a pool proficiency to be in nippers. Times vary depending on age group.
Nippers in U8-U13 need to complete a beach swim proficiency.
Nippers must be signed up and financial to come to swim proficiency day.
Birth certificates for new members must be sighted by the surf office. Email a copy to surfadmin@kawanasurfclub.com.au
For child safety management it is required that parents have a Blue Card. The volunteer card is free of charge. This process can take weeks to months to process. We encourage all members to Register or Link their Blue Cards pre-season. See below for more information on Blue Cards.
We accept Fairplay Vouchers. Once you have registered online and chosen the Family with Fairplay Voucher option, email the voucher to surfadmin@kawanasurfclub.com.au
To keep up to date with Kawana Nippers news and dates, follow us on Facebook and TeamApp.
Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions.
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All membership renewals are to be renewed online, payment is via the online portal. Contact the Surf Office for any queries.
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KWSLC Nippers are required to wear a High-Vis Pink Rashie and age group cap at all times.
You will receive a long Sleeve Pink Rashie as apart of your membership, but you will need to purchase the appropriate age group skull cap and competition rashie (if competing).
KWSLSC Swimwear is encouraged but not mandatory.
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Membership Fees
Family Membership *Parent/s + 1 Nipper | $285
Family Membership *Parent/s + 2 Nipper | $305
Family Membership *Parent/s + 3 Nipper | $325
Family Membership *Parent/s + 4 Nipper | $345
*Includes $50 volunteer levy (refundable - see Nipper handbook for details)
Uniform Fees (Compulsory)
Nipper Cap | $15
High Vis Pink Long Sleeve Rashie | Incl in Reg.
*Each nipper gets one long sleeve pink high vis rashie which is mandatory for nippers.
The U11+ may purchase a high vis pink singlet.Uniform Fees (Optional)
Blue Star Cap (Carnivals) | $15
High Vis Pink Singlet (U11+ only and for carnivals) | $30
High Vis Long Sleeve Rashie Replacement | $35
Club Swimmers | Various
Other FeesCarnivals | $10 entry
Hooded Red Kawana Nipper Towel | Various
Swimwear | Various
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Keeping our kids safe is one of our highest priorities here at Kawana Waters SLSC.
It is a requirement of SLSQ that nipper parents and patrolling members over the age of 18 years, hold a Current Working with Children Blue Card.
For detailed description on how to apply, please look at the QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
You can apply for this online via the GOVERNMENT WEBSITE
Once your Blue Card application has been processed you are required to complete two small online courses. Child and Youth Risk Management Strategy (CYRMS) Child Safe Awareness (CSA). The Surf Office will help you with where to find these courses online.
Information on how to keep our kids safe can be found on the Daniel Morcombe Foundation website.
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