NIPPERS & STARFISH
Fun, friends, and surf skills for kids of all abilities
Our junior surf lifesaving program for kids aged 5-14, plus our inclusive Starfish program for members who require additional support. It's all about having fun at the beach, making friends, and learning to stay safe in and around the ocean.
Welcome to Nippers
Nippers is our junior surf lifesaving program for kids aged 5-14. It's all about having fun at the beach, making friends, and learning to stay safe in and around the ocean. For many families, Nippers becomes a special part of summer at Fingal Bay.
Nippers isn't about being the fastest — it's about learning, participating and improving each season.
Explore Nippers
Ready to get started? Explore the sections below to learn more about the Nippers program.
Quick Facts
Ages 5-14 (age groups by 30 September)
Sunday mornings during surf season
Parents and carers are part of it too
Annual swim proficiency required
Why Families Love Fingal Nippers
✨ Kids learn beach safety while having a blast
✨ Build swimming and board skills through play
✨ Make friends and feel part of the club
✨ A pathway to surf sports and future lifesaving
Ready to start?
Inclusive Programs
Fingal Beach SLSC also runs Starfish Nippers, an inclusive surf program designed to support participants with additional needs.
Starfish is open beyond the traditional 5–14 age structure and focuses on safe, supported participation at the beach.
Ready for Summer Fun?
Join the Fingal Beach Nippers family — where kids learn, grow, and make lifelong friends.
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