Nippers

Nippers is the perfect place for kids to make new friends and learn the importance of teamwork. Surrounded by peers with similar interests, they engage in activities that teach cooperation, leadership, and respect for others. These social skills are life-long assets, fostering a sense of community and belonging among the young participants.

The Nippers program combines physical activity with the joy of playing at the beach, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Kids participate in swimming, board paddling, running, and other fun-filled exercises that improve their fitness and coordination. It's an enjoyable way for them to stay active, encouraging a love for sports and the outdoors from an early age. 

If you and your child(ren) are already members from last year but you have another child who want to join,  then you need to create a new member in the SLSA Members Area for the new child.

Existing and new children will be categorised as Junior Activity Member.  

Nipper Parents will need to join as Community Members (at least one parent/guardian per family must join).

Service NSW Active Kids Voucher can be redeemed to cover membership, rashie and cap. 

Contact Us or email registrar@pacificpalmsslsc.org.au if you have any registration questions. 

SIGN UP HERE for existing members

SIGN UP HERE to create a new member

If you have any issues please contact: registrar@pacificpalmsslsc.org.au

All children registered in Nippers must be accompanied by an active parent/guardian (Nipper Parent) who must become a member. Nipper Parents are more than welcome to join in the beach activities, however only trained and accredited members can assist children in water activities.  

Parents/guardians are also invited to become Age Managers to help organise Nippers in their age group activities and at events. You can pair up with another parent/guardian to make the task even easier. Age Managers should arrive at clubhouse on Sundays at 8:30am. To be an Age Manager you must be a club member, complete online training (1.5 hrs) and undertake a Working with Children check.  

Finally, the weekly Nipper BBQ always needs a hand. Just drop by and introduce yourself! 

Nipper Surf Education / Beach Activity Days are held each Sunday at Elizabeth Beach— 8:45am for a 9am start and finishing at 11am. If the conditions are bad, we will adjust the activities and hold them in the clubhouse.  

The first Sunday session is held at the Forster Bull Ring so we can evaluate your child’s swimming capability. It’s important to know that Nippers are encouraged to only participate in activities they are comfortable with, with the aim to progress a little further each week. 

Nippers must wear a minimum of 50+ sunscreen, a pink rashie, a cap and have a water bottle ready. The cap identifies which kids are in Nippers and the responsibility of the surf club and must be taken off when Nippers finishes. The rashies are mandatory for visibility in and under water.  

Nippers Age Championships are held during set ‘Point Score Rounds’ (usually 2 or 3). Bonus points for carnival results and good attendance will contribute to overall points. The Point Score Round can be rescheduled due to poor weather at the sole discretion of the Junior Activities Co-ordinator.  

To qualify for a medal at the end of the season, it is compulsory to attend at least nine (9) Nipper Surf Education / Beach Activity Days during the season.  

Nipper: 

•     Junior Activity member (5-13): $60
•     Junior Activity member (5-13 - subsequent child) : $50

Nipper Parent:

• Community Member - Nipper Parent: $45

Important Nipper related Notes:

• Service NSW Active Kids Voucher includes membership, rashie and cap
• A parent/guardian must be a member for Nipper registration
•  Proof of age required for all new members.
• Children can join  Nippers from age 5, adhering to SLSA age guidelines
• Families actively participating in SLS activities can include an additional non-active member as a Community Member.