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.

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Can your child swim?

Please note: It is not the aim of ASLSC to teach your children how to swim. We strongly recommend children participate in swim classes, either during the school term or holiday times. Vacation swimming lessons at a beach environment are recommended.

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.

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Upcoming Events

Member Type

Event Type

Event Location

Event Organizer

Event Tag

sepNew and Renewing Member Registrations OpenAll welcome!Albany Surf Life Saving ClubMember Type:General,Masters,Nippers,Patrols,Senior,Social,Youth

sat30octAll DaySunSmart WA Endurance ChampionshipsSorrento BeachMember Type:General,Masters,Nippers,Senior,Youth

sun31oct10:00 amWoodside Nipper Proficiency SwimNo entry feeAlbany Aquatic Leisure CentreMember Type:General,Nippers

Event Details

All children aged 5 to 12 that wish to participate in Woodside Nippers must complete a Preliminary Evaluation.

Preliminary Evaluations

The Preliminary Evaluations are in place to ensure that participants are fit and able to meet the requirements of the Woodside Nippers Program.The evaluations consist of a swim/glide and survival float component which may be conducted at the beach or in a pool. For more information go the the Woodside Nippers website: https://www.nipperswa.com.au/what-is-woodside-nippers/participant-requirements/

This session will run a little differently this year. Age groups will be allocated specific times, so that there is sufficient time to complete assessments and provide information to parents and our nippers for the coming season.

These times will be available closer to the date as our Nipper Coordinator, Megan Downes is busily working out the best schedule for all.

Some things will remain the same…Entry costs will still be covered by Albany SLSC.

▪️Nippers will need bathers, towel and goggles
▪️Enter through the SIDE DOOR near the spa/first aid room.
▪️Please assemble as directed to meet your Woodside Nipper Team
▪️All Woodside Nippers will receive a FREE Woodside Nippers uniform, including a high-vis vest; age group skull cap; wide brim hat; and mesh sling bag.
▪️Uniform packs will be given out on Sunday after completing the Nipper proficiency swim.

Time

(Sunday) 10:00 am

Location

Albany Aquatic Leisure Centre

Organizer

Albany Surf Life Saving Club

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Training Opportunities

All Woodside Nippers from U8 – U13 have the opportunity to train.

Training commences November 9 and runs every Tuesday throughout the season as follows:

4:00-4:45pm Beach Training

5:00-6:00pm Board/Surf Training

Nippers are allocates to groups based on skill level and do not train in age groups. These groups with be allocated upon assessment

To participate:

All participants are required to complete a participation form. Please download the form and submit to the co-ordinator.

View Nippers Training Schedule Download Participation Form

Woodside Nippers Program Overview

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.