Nippers families; let’s represent THE PARK at the State Champs 2022. All Nippers from Under 9 and older are welcome to register. We'd love to send our biggest team yet!
Registrations are now open through go our Club's carnival entry portal. Entries close 17 JAN.
U9-U12 Juniors // Thurs 24 - Fri 25 FEB
U13-U15 Youth // Sat 26 - Sun 27 FEB
Queenscliff SLSC & North Steyne SLSC
More details and info on the event can be found on the SLS NSW website.
If you have any questions, please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
If you are interested in participating at upcoming Surf Carnivals, entries can now be done thru the clubs Carnival Entry Portal.
We are only two weeks away from starting the 2021/22 season of Nippers and we are super excited that this year we will have NEW NIPPERS APPAREL available to pre-order online from Catfish Designs
https://www.catfishdesigns.com.au/collections/helensburgh-stanwell-park-slsc
As the start of the season is close; all swimwear must be pre-ordered no later than Monday 01 November.
We can't wait to see our Nippers and parents wearing the NEW NIPPERS APPAREL.
Please note, the swimwear is an optional purchase.
The only compulsory part of the Club uniform is the red, white and blue caps and the hi vis pink vests which are available for purchase at the Club from the first day of nippers (7 November).
The cap is $20 and the vest is $30 or if you are buying both, it is $45 total.
If you used an active kids voucher
for your payment and have credit with the club. You would have received an email from the Treasurer advising of your credit balance which you can use towards uniform purchases.
If you choose to buy the new swimwear from Catfish, please pay for the items and email your receipt to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and you will be refunded the credit.
All Nippers (new and renewing members) must complete a Pool Proficiency Swim prior to participating in any Nipper Activity.
The swims will be done at Coalcliff Rockpool on Sunday, 31 October 2021.
This season the swims will be done in Alphabetical Order based on Surnames so we can have family groups attend in one go.
A to H - 8:30 am
I to P - 9:30 am
Q to Z - 10:30 am
We are asking that families come, swim and go.
There will be QR Codes to scan on arrival that and ask that you adhere to the current NSW Health Orders.
CLICK HERE for more information about the swims for each Age Group.
Welcome to the 202/22 Nippers season. We are delighted to be able to get back to the beach soon with our first nippers session scheduled for Sunday 7 November!
We wanted to thank you for your patience and support over the past few months while we have waited for the COVID-19 situation to unfold. Last week, the NSW Government announced the roadmap for easing restrictions once NSW has hit the 80% double vaccination target and beyond.
What We Know
As per last season, only qualified members are able to support the delivery of Nippers. Trained Age Managers and Water Safety team members will help us ensure that nippers are kept safe both in the water and on the beach.
Registration - due before 30 October
To renew your membership: https://members.sls.com.au
To join in with surf life saving for the first time: https://join.sls.com.au
To register a nipper at least one adult must also be registered as a member of the club with a paid $55 membership of their own - e.g. as an associate or active member.
Fees and payments
Nippers fees are $55* per child or discounted as part of a family membership package - for more details of membership rates, family packages and payment options please check our website.
You can pay your membership fees by Visa or Mastercard online as part of the registration process, or alternately you can pay directly to the club via bank transfer using your Surname and Fees as a reference - BSB: 062164, Account: 00905331, Account Name: Helensburgh-Stanwell Park SLSC
Please ensure you are registered and paid by 30 October 2021. You and your children will need to be registered and paid before commencing any nippers activities - including the proficiency swim on 31 October.
* Please note that registration fees are back to our regular membership rate - last year was discounted courtesy of a Covid19 Support Package provided by Surf Life Saving NSW to all NSW surf clubs.
NSW Active Kids Vouchers
You can use NSW Active Kids vouchers to pay your child's registration as a $100 package including a $45 credit for club uniform or carnival fees.
Please have your voucher number ready before commencing your registration process. If you are unsure how to apply your active kids voucher to a membership payment please see this step by step guide.
You will need to enter the following:
If this online process gets all too hard or you are unsure, there is also the option to process and pay for your membership in full and then email the active kids voucher to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for manual redemption.
Season Schedule
For the full season program - Click Here. Key dates to note:
Proficiency Swims - Sunday 31 October
All nippers must complete the preliminary skills evaluation associated with their age group before they can participate in water activities - for details of what your child will have to do please see the attached preliminary skills evaluation document.
To minimise gathering at the pool and streamline the experience as much as possible, proficiency swims will be completed in three time slots by family name:
Please make every effort to attend in your timeslot and on this day.
Uniforms
This year uniforms and club merchandise will be ordered online directly with our new provider - look forward to some great new swimwear designs including long-sleeve options as well as towels and hoodies! Keep an eye on your emails for details of how to pre-order. We will still have a stock of caps and hi-vis vests at the club. Please note that uniforms from previous seasons are still fine to wear :-)
Staying safe
Once again, we are asking all parents to support us to meet Government requirements and stay COVID Safe by:
All nippers activities will be conducted with covid safety in mind. This will include having a roped-off area on the beach that is accessed by nippers, coaches, age managers and a covid marshall only.
If you are interested in helping out as one of our covid marshalls this year, please reach out to me on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 0402 326 960. It is a great way to be able to get closer to the action! There is a short training course to complete that takes about 10 minutes. It would be great to share this role around a few people this year.
Duty roster
We are investigating some exciting new options for post nippers session treats! Keep an eye out on your email closer to the season start for your rostered date to assist.
"WE CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU!"
The Helensburgh-Stanwell Park SLSC Junior Activities Committee have released the Seagulls (Nippers) Program for Season 2021/22.
More information on Registrations will be available shortly as the COVID Restrictions in NSW start to be relaxed.
Click Here to access the Season Program
2023/24 Season Statistics
2022/23 Season Statistics