Nippers are surf life saving club competitive members that range from the ages of toddler up to the under 14 years old age group. Nippers are our young pride, and grow into juniors and cadets in the senior ranks as time goes by.

Nippers are an integral part of the surf club, as it is important to teach the youngsters the ways of the beach and life saving, so that when they are old enough to become life savers and do beach patrols, they are well versed in the proper methods of life saving.

We hope that all children will enjoy their environment in Nippers and at the same time increase their confidence and ability in the water and on the sand.

Procedure
Each Sunday morning parents and children gather in the Club House at 9 am for a brief communications meeting this is followed by a series of warm-up exercises on the sand in preparation for sand and water events.

Carnivals
The club encourages all nippers to participate in carnivals. Children have the opportunity to represent their club whilst competing against children from other clubs. They develop a sense of belonging and a sense of responsibility towards other team members of their team.

Nippers participate in surf skills, competition and surf education activities. Children aged 5 and 6 may join on educational basis and children aged 7 and up may take part in competition at Club, Branch and State levels.

The emphasis in nippers is on fun and education. Children in each age group gain a Surf Education award during the season.