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Nippers
South Melbourne Life Saving Club

The Nipper program is available to all members aged 5 to 13 years. The program is based on the national SLSA Surf Ed program which is designed to develop open water skills in a safe environment and encourage confidence, teamwork and friendship.

The Program Offers:

	Water Safety

	Surf Awareness

	Swimming

	Nipper Board Training

	Wading

	Patient Care

	Life Saving Competition Skills

Download the 2005/06 Nippers program and information

Parental Involvement

Parental Involvement:
All parents are encouraged to take advantage of the Family Membership and become members of the Club. Membership is a requirement for any parents who would like to help out in any way with the Nipper program.

Working with Children Checks:
All members who are in any way involved with members under the age of 18 are required to complete a Working With Children Check. These are free of charge for members and are organised through our governing body – Life Saving Victoria.

Assisting in Nipper Program:
The Nipper coaches and Age Managers appreciate parental assistance during the sessions and at Nipper Carnivals.

Active Involvement: Parents who wish to be more actively involved in life saving activities have a range of awards to choose from.

Fundraising:
Assistance is appreciated with ongoing support for our Nipper Program through fundraising and social activities

Training & Teams

Parents are informed of Nipper Training dates and times.

The Nipper Team is headed by the Nipper Coordinator, John Sheridan. John is assisted by the Junior Activities Committee Representative and the Nipper Coaching team. For further information, please contact us.

SMLSC
	Address William Crawford Pavilion Beaconsfield Parade (Opposite Withers Street) Albert Park Victoria 3206 Postal: PO Box 3091 South Melbourne DC 3205 Phone: (03) 9699 9802
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