Nippers
Nippers Program
Join Us for an Exciting Season of Nippers!
Our new season kicks off on Sunday, 5 October 2025.
Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start. Please ensure your child arrives with their Nipper cap, rash vest, water bottle, goggles, and towel.
Congratulations to Our Nippers
A Heartfelt Congratulations to Our Nippers
A massive congratulations to all our Nippers for your incredible efforts throughout the 2024–2025 season. Your energy, dedication, and beach spirit made every Sunday something special!
We can’t wait to welcome you back for the 2025–2026 season. Your continued involvement is what makes our Nippers program so vibrant, fun, and full of life.
Cadet Information
Cadet Program 2025–2026
As we gear up for the 2024–2025 season, our Cadet Program will continue to focus on developing surf skills, leadership, and teamwork in a fun and supportive environment.
This program is a great opportunity for young members to build confidence, grow their capabilities, and take the next step in their lifesaving journey. We’re looking forward to another season of challenge, connection, and coastal adventures at Moore Park Surf Life Saving Club.
Nipper Age Groups and Proficiency
Before a child can participate in any Nippers activity, they must successfully complete the Preliminary Skills Evaluation.
This assessment ensures that each child is evaluated on their ability and confidence in the water.
Every season all Nippers are required to complete their age-specific proficiency swim (download link for PDF).
This annual evaluation confirms that each participant has maintained the necessary swimming skills and water safety standards for their age group.
See flip cards below for specific ages and skills needed before starting nippers.
U 6
Proficiency
U 7
Proficiency
U 8
Proficiency
U 9
Proficiency
U 10
Proficiency
U 11
Proficiency
U 12
Proficiency
U 13
Proficiency
U 14
Proficiency
Awards
Junior and Senior
The criteria for the Quiet Achiever is for the recipient to be a consistent competitor, always willing to try hard and have a good attitude to training. This is a nipper who is often in the background giving their all.
Junior and Senior
This award relies heavily on the attendance to nipper training sessions, willingness to train hard and compete at carnivals. Both the recipients of this trophy for this season have a terrific attitude to training and their behavior is a credit to them.
Male and Female
The criteria for this award is a nipper who has improved their performance since the previous season or who has made impressive improvements during the season, either on the beach or in the water.
Junior
This trophy is open to all nippers up to Under 10’s who have achieved branch medals and have been a good all-round club member. Attitude and participation plays a large part in the criteria to earn this award. This nipper has excelled this year on the beach and in the water.
Senior
To achieve this title the member has to be involved in many aspects of the club including volunteering for fundraising ventures and achieving outstanding results at branch and state level of competition as well as performing at other major carnivals. Whilst performing these duties he or she has shown exemplary sportsmanship and club pride.
The team members receiving this trophy, according to the criteria, will have achieved outstanding results at Branch, State or other major carnivals in one or more team events.
Beach and Water
The recipient of this trophy according to the criteria will have achieved outstanding results at branch, state and at the other major carnivals in either beach or water events.
To achieve this award, the member has to exhibit many attributes that include – consistent attendance and effort, a willingness to participate in a variety of club activities including voluntary work and most importantly, an ability to get along with and assist and support other members of the club.
Awarded to male and female age champions based on two best results from 3 Age Champion Competitions at the club.
Nipper Parents
Our Nipper program wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of volunteers like you.
Each week, our club relies on the time and care of parents to help deliver fun, safe, and engaging sessions for every Nipper.
The best part? You don’t need to be a lifesaver—or even a swimmer.
There’s a role for everyone, from helping on the beach and setting up equipment, assisting Age Manager, assisting with BBQs, fundraising, and age-group activities.
Every contribution—big or small—helps create a memorable experience for the kids and keeps our beach community thriving.
By volunteering, you’re not only supporting your own child—you’re helping to build a stronger club and a safer community.
You’ll also join a friendly network of families, make new friends, and gain a deeper appreciation for the vital role Surf Life Saving plays in our coastal lifestyle.
Roles That Don’t Require Any Awards or Qualifications
These are perfect for parents looking to lend a hand without formal training:
- Beach set-up and pack-down
- Canteen or BBQ helper
- Fundraising support
- Gear and equipment maintenance
- Club Photographer (requires an SLSQ pass)
- Uniform coordinator
- Parent assistant
Roles That Require an Award
For parents ready to take the next step and gain qualifications, these roles offer rewarding ways to get more involved:
- Age Manager
- Water Safety
- Coach
- Official
- Member Education and Training
- First Aid Officer