NIPPERS
All Nipper groups are now CLOSED for the 24/25 season.
The Club will be accepting new memberships for the 25/2026 season in August.
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Junior Activities (Nippers) is a rewarding experience for the whole family, designed to teach both children and parents valuable beach and water skills. Through the program, the focus is on learning the fundamentals of surf safety, how to navigate surf craft, and most importantly, have fun while building lasting friendships. The Club’s goals are to promote surf skills, self-esteem, surf awareness, friendship, confidence, and enjoyment. Our Club colours are yellow, red and blue.
Kawana Waters SLSC is a small club with majority of the work being done by volunteers. Our equipment and operating expenses are paid from donations, grants, sponsorship, fundraising activities and support from the Club’s licensed Supporters Club. Every section of our nipper program is not possible without the help of nipper parents. When signing your child up for Nippers there is an expectation that you will help out with the running of the Sunday sessions.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Nippers is a family-oriented, volunteer-led program that relies entirely on the support of Nipper parents. Nippers is not a “drop and go” sport and we rely on volunteers to ensure the success of the program.
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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.
For nippers who attend midweek training sessions parental involvement is a must.
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.
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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.
MEMBERSHIP
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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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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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SEASON INFO
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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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U9s to U13’s nippers require a nipper board.
U9s - U11’s use a foamie, while U12 - U13’s use a fibreglass nipper board.You are able to purchase your own or hire from the club. The club will always have some boards available on Sunday sessions for nippers who don’t yet have their own board.
To hire a board you will need to agree to terms and conditions, pay a deposit and the lease fee.
Please make payment below and fill out form and return to Surf Office once you have the board.
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