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* Listen to, and obey, the instructions of your coach.
* Train hard at practices.
* Co-operate with your coach and the other Nippers.
* Be a good sport in all of your activities.
* Congratulate and encourage others.
* Be alert and aware.
* Remember the buddy system – don’t ever venture into the water alone.
Nippers and parents - remember that coaches give up their free time – let’s respect their integrity and support them!
Nippers learn how to be safe in the sea and at the beach, basic first aid and lifesaving skills and generally have “Fun in the Sun”.
Juniors and Seniors are the backbone of Lifesaving Duties and Competitions.
All duty members need an award depending on their age.
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD AWARD (JLA):
This is done by those aged 14-17. This award enables you to compete and do duties until you turn 17. Once you turn 17, you have 6 weeks to upgrade.
LIFEGUARD AWARD (LA):
The Lifeguard Award is an extension of the JLA and enables you to compete and do duties until after Masters.
Masters compete in the following categories: 30-34 yrs; 35-39 yrs; 40-44yrs; 45-9yrs; 50-54yrs; 55-59yrs; 60-4yrs; 65 yrs and over.
Training takes place twice a week at the beach from the beginning of the fourth term school to the end of the first term or after Nipper Nationals.
Fridays – 17h00 to 18h00 – ONLY when communicated
Sundays 11h00 to 11h45 – Starfish
– 10h45 to 12h00 – Micros
– 10h45 to 13h00 – Nippers
– 10h45 to 13h00 – Juniors/ Seniors / Masters
During this time the coach oversees the children. Any time outside of this is deemed as free time and the children are under the supervision of their parents. Please ensure that the children have warm clothing to change into after training.
Joining King’s Beach Lifesaving Club will offer you and your family a healthy and fun way to spend your valuable free time on one of PE’s safest and most beautiful beaches.
All our programs offer various opportunities to compete. These carnivals and competitions provide excellent opportunities for young and old to learn more about themselves and foster lifelong friendships.
Children love you to watch their progress! Remember that children learn best from example; applaud children who try their hardest.
Here is what you should know before enrolling your child as a Kings Beach Lifesaving Club Nipper!
Encouraging your child’s interest in surf lifesaving. Teaching children that winning is doing their best and not just coming first.
Not using the club as a baby-sitting service! Supporting your child. Do not pressurise her/him.
Recognizing the importance of the volunteer coaches. Remember, they give their time for your child and deserve your support.
Teaching children to look after the equipment and assist with putting it away. Making sure your child has sun block and hat before she/he starts their activities.
