Woodside Nippers
What?
Albany SLSC has a dynamic Woodside Nipper program, which aims to develop skills that will aid children in both their enjoyment of the beach environment and their safety in doing so. By conducting events each week in the areas of sprints, flags, swim and board these children are developing skills that will improve their skills and fitness, aid them in their journey towards becoming Life Savers.
These events are fun and non-threatening with a healthy mix of competition and participation. For those who enjoy the more competitive side of Surf Life Saving the club provides pathways in the competitive environment.
Can your child swim?
Who?
ASLSC welcomes Nippers aged 5-14 into the Woodside Nipper Program. Age groups are calculated from the age of the child at the start of the season. For example: a child turning 10 in December is 9 at the start of the season and is therefore an U10 (despite being 10 for much of season).
When?
The Woodside Nipper program runs on Sundays throughout the season from 9.00am-11.00am. Be sure to arrive in time for your child to get prepared for the start of the session. Events begin promptly at 0900.
The calendar more information on the Woodside Nipper program for this season. It is expected that parents/carers remain on the beach throughout the duration of Woodside Nipper activities each Sunday.
In addition a number of major events are held throughout the season at various locations around the state.
Nippers also have the opportunity to participate in weekly training sessions at Middleton Beach.
Details of all Woodside Nipper and Youth activities can be found in the calendar.
Training Opportunities
Swimming Training
This season we am excited to offer swimming training at ALAC for Nippers U8 – U13.
When:
- Wed 7am – 8am (Nov 10 – Dec 15)
- Fri 7am – 8am (Nov 5– Dec 17)
Registration will be essential. More details out soon!
Beach, Board and Surf Training
ASLSC offer beach, board and surf training for Woodside Nippers from U8 – U13. If you are keen to assist, please contact Megan Downes at nippers@albanysurfclub.com.au.
If your child is wanting to attend any of the training sessions, please complete the link to help us with planning. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CHYXD5P
To keep up to date on the training schedule for Nippers, please download Team App and Search Albany Surf Life Saving Club. If you have any access issues, please drop Roxanne a line: nipperscomms@albanysurfclub.com.au or 0400 735 748 and she is more than happy to assist 🙂
To participate:
All participants are required to complete a participation form. Please download the form and submit to the co-ordinator.
Woodside Nippers Program Overview.
This program is currently being finalised by the Woodside Nipper team.
What are our major events?
Below is an outline of the major events held throught the season. For each event more information will be diseminated to members closer to the event.
*For SLSWA championship carnivals, Woodside Nippers are required to pass a timed proficiency swim and pay 50% of the event registration fee to be eligible to particiapate.
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Rainbow Coast Carnival – Bremer Bay
Family friendly Carnival held in Bremer Bay with Esperance SLSC and Denmark. SLSC Representatives from SLSWA join from Perth to provide coaching in all disciplines.
SLSWA Sunsmart Country Carnival - BUNBURY*
The Sunsmart SLSWA Country Carnival is held at a Country Club on the last weekend of January we encourage as many nippers to register and compete. The 2021 carnival will be hosted by the Bunbury SLSC.
Country Championships – MULLALOO*
The SLSA Sunsmart Country Championships are held in Perth and is a Qualifying Carnival for the State Championships.
All Albany Woodside Nippers are encouraged to participate and have a go!
SLSWA Little Nippers State Championships - SORRENTO*
This Carnival is held in Perth for U8 and U9 Woodside Nippers
SLSWA Sunsmart Nipper State Championships - SCARBOROUGH*
This Carnival is held in Perth for U8 and U9 Woodside Nippers
Training Schedule
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Woodside Nippers Team
Megan Downes
Nippers Coordinator
Nadine Shepherd
Nippers Coaching
TBC
Beach Set Up
Rob Mason
Sunday Water Safety Coordinator
Jacquie Riddle
Tuesday Water Safety Coordinator
Amber Bennett
Tuesday Water Safety Coordinator
Under 6 Pink Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistant
TBC
Under 7 White Caps
AGMs
TBC
Assistants
TBC
Under 8 Yellow Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistants
TBC
Under 9 Green Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistant
TBC
Under 10 Blue Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistant
TBC
Under 11 Purple Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistants
TBC
Under 12 Dark Blue Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistant
TBC
Under 13 Red Caps
AGM
TBC
Assistant
TBC
Nippers Team
Coordinator
Megan Downes