The Mordialloc Life Saving Club Nippers program caters for the junior members of the club. It is an activity based program aimed at developing children’s surf safety and surf skills as well as educating them in awareness around aquatic environments. It promotes learning and aquatic safety as well as providing skills coaching, all in a fun and friendly environment. Please see below for more details.

Children up to the age of 14 can participate in nipper training, however the minimum age to be eligible for competition is 6 years old. Age groups are determined as at 30th September. Those over the age of 14 move into the senior level where they patrol and compete in Senior Carnivals.

Nipper training commences in November and continues until the conclusion of the competition season. A Registration Day is held on the day training commences to allow all nipper members to ensure their membership fees are current and the appropriate forms are completed in order to be protected for insurance purposes.

In addition to the regular training sessions, other social events are organised throughout the season and nippers may also choose to participate in carnivals.

Parents are strongly encouraged to assist in nipper training and at carnivals. Coaches appreciate any assistance provided whether it is assistance with team managing, organising nippers at either carnivals or training, or providing transportation assistance. Parents are also invited to train for and obtain patrol qualifications, which allows them to assist with water safety.

For further information on how to become involved in this fun and enjoyable program, please contact David Roach, Junior Coordinator david.roach@mlsc.com.au. Alternatively, potential new members are welcome to attend training to try it out.