Nippers
Fairhaven's future lifesavers
REGISTRATIONS FOR SEASON 24/25 OPEN ON MONDAY 14 OCTOBER.
Fairhaven Nippers
Fairhaven SLSC has been running a successful and highly popular Nipper program since the summer of 1972/73. During the last 50 years we have proudly taught thousands of children how to have fun and keep
safe on the beach.
The program is designed for children aged 5-12 (Under 6 – Under 13) and aims to teach awareness of important beach hazards as well as helping them to develop surf swimming and board skills. It also provides a terrific opportunity for physical activity, social interaction with peers and to improve awareness regarding environmental issues affecting our beaches and waterways. As Nippers move through the program they also acquire basic first aid and resuscitation skills.
To enrol in our youngest age category, "Mozzies", children must be 5 years old by September 30 in the year that they start.
See: Age Groups.
Nippers also have the opportunity to compete in Carnivals both during the summer months and beyond.
See: Nipper Sport
Registration - Season 2024/25
Registrations for Nippers opens on Monday 14 October 2024 and will close on Friday 29 November 2024
In order to ensure that you are ready to sign the kids up when registration opens make sure you have paid your Membership fees and all family members over the age of 18yrs have a current WWCC.
See: WWCC Information
For further information on how to Renew or Join Fairhaven SLSC,
See: Membership Information.
For all Membership queries email our Club Administrator: clubadmin@fairhavenslsc.org
Key Dates - Season 2024/25
- Monday 14 October - Summer Season registration opens
- Thursday 17 October - After School Nippers commences (4-6PM)
- Thursday 29 November - Nipper Registration Closes
- Monday 2 December – Swim Proficiency Forms due
- Thursday 26 December - Nipper gear pack collection
- Thursday 26 December - AGM / Coaches briefing (pm)
- Friday 27 December - Session 1 / Welcome to Country
- Saturday 28 December - Session 2
- Sunday 29 December - Session 3
- Monday 30 December - Session 4
- Tuesday 31 December – Session 5
- Thursday 2 January - Session 6
- Friday 3 January - Cosy Corner (Torquay) - LSV Competition Event (Optional - U7 and above)
- Saturday 4 January - Club Championships (am) and Presentation (pm)
- Sunday 5 January - Final Session / March Past
Pathways after Nippers
Following on from the Nippers Program, young members of Fairhaven SLSC (aged 13-15) are able to gain their SRC (Surf Rescue Certificate), which is the first step to becoming a life saver or patrolling member.
The Bronze Medallion course is run from age 15.
Details on either the SRC or Bronze Medallion courses are on the Training & Assessment page.
