Newport Nippers. Junior Activities. 2018/2019 Season Booklet. PO Box 57 Newport Beach

Newport Nippers Junior Activities 2018/2019 Season Booklet PO Box 57 Newport Beach 2106 www.newportsurfclub.com.au

Table of Contents Welcome 3 Team App 5 Office Bearers 6 Calendar of Events 7 Sponsors Thank-You 9 Registration 10 Age Groups 11 Newport Nippers Code of Conduct 12 Age Managers 17 Junior Skills Evaluation 21 Club Merchandise 24 BBQ Roster 25 Club Champs and Awards 26 Carnival Information 29 SLSA Principles 34 2018/2019 Season Page 2

WELCOME Welcome to Newport Surf Life Saving Club Junior Activities Branch, otherwise known as Newport Nippers. I d like to extend a warm welcome to all Nippers and their families to another great year at Newport. We have endeavoured to include everything you need to know about Newport Nippers in this booklet. Please keep it as a handy reference guide. If you require any further information, please feel free to ask any Age Manager or Committee member, or visit the club website; www.newportsurfclub.com.au Nipper parents are required to join the Club as an Associate member and assist where possible with the management and training of the children. By joining the Club, parents are covered by insurance against accidents on the beach, at carnivals and sanctioned surf club activities, and have access to the Club facilities and functions. It is your club, please enjoy. Assistance with the training and activities on a Sunday morning is more than welcome. Please assist your Age Managers in any way that you feel comfortable (water safety, starting events, marking lines, keeping score, etc). A parent must be present on the beach throughout Nippers in case of an accident. We cannot and do not provide a childcare service. Our objective at Newport is to educate our children to be competent and safe in the beach/surf environment. Surf knowledge and techniques are gradually introduced to the children in accordance with their age and ability ultimately at the age of 13(U14) they can attain their Surf Rescue Certificate, which is just one step below the Bronze Medallion. Whilst all children are encouraged to improve their surf skills through regular competition, no child is forced or pressured to do something they are not comfortable with, or do not want to do. Our first and foremost aim is for the children to have FUN at Nippers and enjoy coming to the beach each week. 2018/2019 Season Page 3

Coaching in both water and beach events is available to all Nippers (Beach U8`s and over, Water U9`s and over) who wish to improve their skills. We have the services of high quality beach and water coaches to enhance Nippers basic skills and to improve their competitive performance for those who are competing in carnivals and championships. Committee Meetings are held at the Surf Club on the third Tuesday of each month. Should you wish to attend a meeting to bring a matter to the attention of the Committee, you are most welcome. To do this, please advise your Age manager or myself. I hope you enjoy your season at Newport. Matt Halakas Newport Nippers Chairman nipper_chairman@newportsurfclub.com.au 2018/2019 Season Page 4

TEAM APP Newport Nippers utilises 2 Team App groups to post information throughout the season. For announcements and changes relating to regular Sunday Nippers please download the Newport Surf Club Team App. Follow these steps: 1. Download Team App from the Apple or Google Play app store. 2. Sign up to Team App. You will be sent an email to confirm your registration. 3. Log into the App and search for Newport Surf Club". 4. Choose your applicable access group(s). 5. If you don't have a smartphone go to nslscnippers.teamapp.com to sign up and view this App online. For the most up to date training information download the Newport Nippers Comp Team App. Follow these steps: 1. Download Team App from the Apple or Google Play app store. 2. Sign up to Team App. You will be sent an email to confirm your registration. 3. Log into the App and search for "Newport Nippers Comp Team". 4. Choose your applicable access group(s). 5. If you don't have a smartphone go to newportnippers.teamapp.com to sign up and view this App online. 2018/2019 Season Page 5

NEWPORT JUNIOR ACTIVITIES OFFICE BEARERS 2018/19 POSITION MOBILE EMAIL Chairperson MATT HALAKAS Secretary ROD STEVENS Clothing Officer SNEZ BARTLEM Gear Steward Brendan Capell Water Safety Officer Ilia Lakaev Age Manager Co-ordinator ZORAN AVTAROVSKI Competition Development Manager Jeremy Paul BBQ Co-ordinators Carla Pettitt Michelle Lye Registrar JOHN GREENHILL 0420 271 758 0469 631 371 nipper_chairman@newportsurfclub.co m.au nippers_secretary@newportsurfclub.co m.au 0421 529 676 shop@newportsurfclub.com.au 0404 865 012 nippers_gear_steward@newportsurfclu b.com.au 0411 065 677 zoran@sparecreative.com 0416 085 493 nippers_comp_development@newpor tsurfclub.com.au 0401 508 891 registrar@newportsurfclub.com.au 2018/2019 Season Page 6

2018/19 Calendar of Events 2018 9 th September Registration #1 9am - 11am Newport SLSC 15 th /16 th September SRC Basin Camp 16 th September Registration #2 9am 11am Newport SLSC 29 th September Patrols Commence 13 th October Proficiency Swims Under 8`s U14`s @ Brooke Withers Pool Warriewood 4pm 14 th October Nippers Commences 845am Sunday 21 st October Sunday 9am Nippers 21 st October Bennett Craft Carnival - Dee Why 28t h October 28t h October Sunday 9am Nippers NB Council Environmental Presentation 28 th October Beach Only Carnival - Queenscliff 3 rd November Water Only Carnival - Newport 4 th November Round 1 Club Champs 11 th November Sunday 9am Nippers 11 th November Beach Only Carnival North Steyne 18 th November Sunday 9am Nippers 18 th November Junior Teams Water Carnival North Steyne 25 th November Sunday 9am Nippers 25 th November Bennett Fast & Furious Freshwater 2 nd December Sunday 9am Nippers 9 th December Sunday 9am Nippers 9 th December 9-10`s Water Carnival Dee Why 16 th December Christmas Nippers - 3PM Sunday 2019 13 th January Beach Only Carnival Narrabeen 2018/2019 Season Page 7

19 th January Nippers Returns 3pm Saturday 20 th January Nipper Nats - Manly 27 th January Sunday 9am Nippers 3 rd February Sunday 9am Nippers 3 rd February Sydney Northern Beaches Junior Branch Carnival - Water Venue TBA 10 th February Sunday 9am Nippers 10 th February Sydney Northern Beaches Junior Branch Carnival - Beach Venue TBA 17 th February Round 2 Club Champs 24 th February Sunday 9am Nippers Newport Club Championships Back Up Day 1 st -3 rd March NSW State Junior Age Championships Swansea - Belmont 3 rd March Sunday 9am Nippers 10 th March Sunday 9am Nippers 17 th March Final Nippers (Presentation) 3pm 2018/2019 Season Page 8

THANK-YOU Newport Nippers would like to thank their sponsors this season. Please support the businesses that support your children LJ Hooker Newport www.newport.ljhooker.com.au Chargrill Charlies Mona Vale www.chargrillcharlies.com Lucky and Peps www.luckysandpeps.com.au Roaming Café www.facebook.com/roamingcafe/ Cocoa Bar www.cocoabar.org SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Newport Nippers are always in need of financial assistance to continue our programs. Should any other employers or corporates out there wish to help with a sponsorship please call Matt Halakas on 0420271758 or email nipper_chairman@newportsurfclub.com.au 2018/2019 Season Page 9

REGISTRATION AND FEES Membership Fees are set by the Newport Surf Club Committee each year. To ensure that all members remain covered by insurance, in case of accident, these are due and payable by 30th September each year. Fees unpaid beyond 30 November will void insurance coverage for the member. Any unregistered children will not be allowed to participate in activities. Nippers registering for the first time only at Newport SLSC will receive a Newport cap and rash shirt as part of their registration fee. These form part of the Newport Nipper uniform and for safety reasons are compulsory for every nipper morning or twilight event. Nipper Fees $85 for each Nipper $100 for an Associate membership. At least 1 parent/caregiver is required to join from each Nipper family. Under 14`s Surf Rescue Certificate $185 (includes course material) Please Note: Parents with an Active Senior Membership or who wish to obtain their Bronze Medallion should contact our registrar registrar@newportsurfclub.com.au for membership renewal. 2018/2019 Season Page 10

AGE GROUPS Nippers are divided into nine age groups from U6 s through to U14 s. The age group is determined by the child s age at midnight on 30 September each year. For example, a child who is 11 on 30 September will be in U12 s. A child who turns 11 on 1 October will be in U11 s. Children must have turned five years of age before they can participate in Nipper s activities. Please speak to the Registrar should you need further clarification of the age groups. Under 6 Birth date falls between 01/10/2012 30/09/2013 Under 7 Birth date falls between 01/10/2011 30/09/2012 Under 8 Birth date falls between 01/10/2010 30/09/2011 Under 9 Birth date falls between 01/10/2009 30/09/2010 Under 10 Birth date falls between 01/10/2008 30/09/2009 Under 11 Birth date falls between 01/10/2007 30/09/2008 Under 12 Birth date falls between 01/10/2006 30/09/2007 Under 13 Birth date falls between 01/10/2005 30/09/2006 Under 14 - SRC Birth date falls between 01/10/2004 30/09/2005 There is also a Special Needs group of Nippers. These Nippers are called The Dolphins and Marlins. 2018/2019 Season Page 11

NEWPORT NIPPERS CODE OF CONDUCT Parents have an important role in the delivery and support of sporting activities for their own and other children. With it comes a clear responsibility to always act in a constructive and encouraging manner. As part of this responsibility the following Codes of Behaviour have been adopted by the Newport Surf Lifesaving Club Junior Activities Committee(Nippers): Parents, Caregivers, & Spectators Code of Behaviour Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment and development. Encourage children to participate, do not force them. Focus on the child s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. Set realistic goals. Encourage children to always play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a competition. Remember children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and skilful plays by all participants. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. Respect official s decisions and teach children to do likewise. Show appreciation for coaches, age managers, officials, and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of others. If you disagree with an official, coach, age manager, raise the issue through the appropriate channels rather than question the officials` judgment and honesty in public. Remember that most officials, coaches, and Age Managers give their time and effort for your child s involvement. 2018/2019 Season Page 12

Nipper Code of Behaviour Compete within the rules, and within the spirit of Surf Lifesaving and Newport SLSC Never argue with an official. If you disagree have your Age Manager, coach or team manager approach the official during a break or after the competition Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging of other competitors, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviours Be a good sport. Applaud all good performances whether they are given by Newport SLSC or other clubs. Treat all participants as you would like to be treated. Do not bully, interfere or take unfair advantage of another competitor. Co-operate with your coach, age managers, teammates, officials and opponents. Without them there would be no competition. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches. Respect the equipment you use, wash it and return it after use. Report any damage. By joining Newport Nippers - the Nipper, Parent or Caregiver acknowledges and accepts these Codes of Conduct. Any breach of these codes should immediately be reported to the JAC Chairman. 2018/2019 Season Page 13

NIPPERS ON SUNDAY ASSEMBLY To ensure that Nipper activities can commence promptly at 9.00 am, all children are requested to assemble behind their respective age sign at 8.45 am on Sunday mornings in front of the clubhouse (beachside). Our events are still conducted on days when light rain occurs but may be modified to suit the conditions. The decision to cancel activities due to adverse weather or surf conditions or other unforeseeable events will usually be made on the day. All children must have their name printed clearly on their competition (Club) skull caps and all other items of clothing (tshirts, shorts, etc.). Activities will commence at 9.00 am sharp (assemble at 8.45 am) and finish around 10.30 am but sometimes later for the older age groups or on special days. All activities are organised in age groups, each of which has its own Age Manager/s, with one or more assistants. The objectives of Newport Nippers are to ensure all children who are registered with the Club are provided with: The best possible facilities to enjoy their activities. The best possible opportunity to participate in Club activities. The best possible tuition and coaching to achieve the Age Group National Awards. The best possible opportunity for competition. The best possible opportunity to learn and understand the surf and the beach. An atmosphere which encourages and fosters the transition of children into the senior surf lifesaving movement. A friendly, happy and safe environment for the children who are encouraged to perform to their capacity and no attempt is made to pressure them. To enable Newport Nippers to run smoothly on Sundays, please note the following: 2018/2019 Season Page 14

Nippers commences at 9.00 am sharp. Could children please assemble behind their age group signs at 8.45 am so that Age Managers can mark the roll and the session can commence on time. Announcements and important information for Nippers and parents is communicated at the start of the day by our Age Managers. Please be on time and listen to announcements so that you are aware and up-to-date with all matters concerning your children. Children must wear their Newport Nippers skull cap and a high vis rash vest, both of which are to be clearly marked with the child s name. Nipper skull caps, t-shirts and rash vests are available from the clothing shop. Children should have sunscreen cream applied prior to commencement of Nippers. At the end of the day s events, children must have their names marked off the roll and remove their skull caps. This assists the Patrol on duty as children wearing skull caps are assumed to be under the supervision of an Age Manager. Please assist your child s Age Manager for example finish judges or holding a wade rope, etc. and, where qualified and proficient, help in providing water safety. The club website and email messages will be utilised for the flexible delivery of updates through the season. RULES TO REMEMBER Children are unable to participate on the beach or in the water unless they are a registered and financial member. Children MUST wear their Club cap at all times on Sunday morning whilst participating in Nipper activities. No one is to enter the water when the beach is closed. An Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) must be operational before water activities can commence. Water Safety Officers wear orange vests and are responsible for the safety of children participating in water events. Water Safety Officers must be appropriately qualified proficient 2018/2019 Season Page 15

bronze holders in addition to being registered financial members. Patrol members wear red and yellow quartered caps and are responsible for people swimming in the patrolled area these are the only areas in which public swimming is encouraged. Separate safe areas are designated for Nipper activities. The Patrol Captain of the day is the ultimate authority in relation to water activities and events. Club caps must be worn at all times while participating in an event. A competitor who finishes an event without their cap on their head and tied securely will be liable to disqualification. No child will be able to participate in water events without first completing the junior activities skills evaluation swim and being certified proficient. At the completion of Nippers, children MUST obtain their parents permission and remove their skull cap before reentering the water. Please encourage them to swim only between the flags. As a parent or guardian, you are REQUIRED to be at the beach at all times during Sunday activities. Your child remains your responsibility. Medication, trips to the toilet and the individual general welfare of each child on Newport Beach is the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Nippers is NOT a child-minding program. 2018/2019 Season Page 16

AGE MANAGERS Age Managers are usually volunteer parents of Nippers children and young NSLSC members. They are allocated to each age group with responsibility for organising and conducting the various Nipper activities. The main responsibilities of the Age Managers are as follows: Encourage the children of their age group to participate, enjoy, co-operate and compete in all activities of the Club. Keep weekly records of each child s attendance and proficiency achievements. Instruct the children in their age group of the necessary requirements for the National Awards. Organise the children in their age group at carnivals. Assist in the development of surf awareness and surf safety for the children in their age group. Assist in the instruction of the correct techniques and pointscoring systems of the events the children may participate in at carnivals. Keep children and parents informed of the requirements of the age group and of Club activities, carnivals, competition dates, etc. Ensure the children of the age group are aware of and encourage sun protection. Parents are encouraged to make themselves known to their child s Age Manager and to offer assistance when required. If you have any questions or concerns, or if your child has any medical condition that may restrict him or her in any way, please speak with your Age Manager. Age Managers are NOT babysitters. Parents are required to be on hand during the entirety of Nippers and to resume responsibility for their child at the end of the day s events. Children MUST obtain their parents permission prior to re-entering the water upon completion of the day s events and swim between the flags. Skull caps must be removed at the completion of the day s formal activities. 2018/2019 Season Page 17

If you need to leave before events are finished, please inform your child s Age Manager BEFORE taking your child from the beach so that their name may be marked off the roll. Please provide your Age Manager with emergency contact information and your current email address. For the contact details of this season s Age Managers please see the current season junior booklet or club website. AGE MANAGERS 2018/19 AGE GROUP/NAME Under 6 MOBILE EMAIL UNDER 7 Glen Langley 0416 223 024 glennlangley@me.com UNDER 8 Gavin Clarke Sally Finn Roxy Quinn India Spring Jasmin Crichton UNDER 9 Scott Bridges Andrew Jones scott.bridges@cba.com.au AJones@pkf.com.au 2018/2019 Season Page 18

AGE GROUP/NAME UNDER 10 MOBILE Brendon Capell 0404 865 012 Alan Carroll EMAIL bandbcapell@optusnet.com. au 0481 399 335 alan.carroll@emc.com UNDER 11 Caroline Thomas Scott Newey 0418 213 562 Esa Fleming Alex Warwar John Crawford 0407 240 802 icarriematt@bigpond.com scott@scottstradeservices.co m.au 0404 000 080 esaflemming2@gmail.com alexwar@mail.com John@crawfordcopy.com UNDER 12 Rod Stevens Tam Salehian Gordon Spring Cheryl Page 0469 631 371 rod@truspace.com.au tamsin@sparecreative.com gspring.collaroy@ljh.com.au cdpage@optusnet.com.au UNDER 13 Phil Pettitt Matt Thomas Kevin Brennan UNDER 14-SRC 0447 420 173 pcpettitt@optusnet.com.au icarriematt@bigpond.com kevinbrennan@mail.com 2018/2019 Season Page 19

AGE GROUP/NAME Nick Rogers MOBILE EMAIL 0425 262 753 nick.rogers@optusnet.com.au DOLPHINS Sandy Menzies 0418 628 362 Doug Menzies 0419 224 290 Marcus Symington-Jones Alex Symington- Jones sandymenzies@optusnet.com.au douglasmenzies@optusnet.co m.au benalex.ltd@googlemail.com 2018/2019 Season Page 20

JUNIOR ACTIVITIES SKILLS EVALUATION To maintain safety and life-saving standards, Surf Life Saving Australia has set a standard of proficiency that a Nipper must achieve prior to involvement in any water activity, training or competition being undertaken. Every junior member is required to participate in the appropriate age group preliminary evaluation, as outlined below. The club is not able to teach youngsters to swim. We expect to lift the swimming skills of competent swimmers (for their age) and teach them surf safety. If you have any concerns about your child s ability, please do not hesitate to discuss the issue with the Age Manager. Emphasis in Nippers is directed towards teaching water safety, basic surf lifesaving skills and having fun. JUNIOR COMPETITION SKILLS EVALUATION To be eligible for either beach or water competition or training sessions, junior members must complete an open water swim. The competition evaluation (open water swim) outlined in the table below must be achieved before members are eligible to compete in inter-club competition or participate in Club training sessions. The below are minimum standard water proficiency requirements only. Our Club is responsible for ensuring that competitors who compete in water events at carnivals are competent to safely and satisfactorily negotiate the conditions on the day of the carnival. 2018/2019 Season Page 21

Preliminary Evaluation Evaluation Required for Training Sessions and Carnival Participation Under 6 Surf Play 1 Under 7 Surf Play 2 From a standing position in waist deep water perform a front glide and recover to a secure position. Perform a back or front float holding a buoyant aid and recover to a secure position. From a standing position in waist deep water perform a front glide, kick for 3m and recover to a secure position. Perform a back or front float for a few seconds and recover to a secure position. Nil (no competition) Nil (no competition) Under 8 Surf Aware 1 25 m swim (any stroke). 1-minute survival float Nil (no water competition, except wade) 2018/2019 Season Page 22

Under 9 Surf Aware 2 25 m swim (any stroke) 1-minute survival float Minimum 150m open water swim Under 10 Surf Safe 1 25 m swim (freestyle) 1½ minute survival float Minimum 150m open water swim Under 11 Surf Safe 2 50 m swim (freestyle) 2-minute survival float Minimum 288m open water swim Under 12 Surf Smart 1 100 m swim (freestyle) 2-minute survival float Minimum 288m open water swim Under 13 Surf Smart 2 150 m swim (freestyle) 3-minute survival float Minimum 288m open water swim Under 14* SRC 200 m swim (freestyle) in less than 5 min 3-minute survival float Minimum 288m open water swim 2018/2019 Season Page 23

CLUB MERCHANDISE The Nippers Shop is open on Sunday mornings throughout the season and sells a full range of club clothing, fashion items and beach essentials for both children and adults. It is located downstairs on the beach side of the clubhouse, next to the first aid room. The ladies who run and assist in the shop are volunteers so please extend them your utmost courtesy, help and understanding. You are also able to purchase items at any time online through the club website www.newportsurfclub.com.au and click on the word SHOP. No credit will be given, all goods must be paid for by cash, EFTPOS, credit card or cheque at time of purchase (please make cheques payable to: Newport Nippers). WEEKLY BBQ A BBQ is run every Sunday morning and is not only a major fundraising activity for Nippers but a treat for the kids to look forward to after Nippers. All parents will be asked to assist on a rostered basis (this will probably only involve a couple of Sundays out of the whole season). However, even if it is not your rostered week and you see that the BBQ workers need a hand, please offer your assistance if you can. 2018/2019 Season Page 24

BBQ ROSTER DATE BBQ Duty includes set up and pack up. Duty starts at 8am. 14 th October 13 21 st October 12 28 th October 11 4 th November 10 11 th November 9 18 th November 8 25 th November 7 2 nd December 6 9 th December 13 16 th December XMAS TWILIGHT NIPPERS 20 th January (Saturday) 27 th January 12 3 rd February 11 10 th February 10 17 th February 9 24 th February 8 3 rd March 7 10 th March 6 17 th March PRESENTATION NIPPERS 2018/2019 Season Page 25

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS AND AWARDS 2 Rounds of Nippers Club Championships will be held on November 4 th (Round 1) and February 17 th (Round 2) (conditions permitting) in the format of a regular carnival. If for whatever reason we are unable to run on these dates, there is a back-up date of February 24th. Events for the Age Championship are Beach Sprint, Beach Flags, Swim Race and Board Race for U9 to U14 and U/8 s Beach Sprint, Beach Flags and Surf Wade. Additional events, such as Iron Man, may be included in the older age groups at the discretion of the Age Manager. Competition Point Scores Point scores for competitions will be allocated as follows: First place = 1 point Second place = 2 points Third place = 3 points Fourth place = 4 points Tenth place =10 points Eleventh and above =11 points Non-entry =15 points Non-attendance =15 points The winner is deemed to be the competitor with the least amount of points over the 2 Club Championship days. If a child does not compete in an event, they will be allocated 15 points. Example: A member who achieved second place in the 10 years Board Race, fifth in the Swim, tenth in the Beach Sprint and third in Flags would receive twenty points (2+5+10+3). Any Nipper who participates and does not finish between 1st and10th would receive eleven (11) points. Any Nipper who chooses not to participate in an event will receive fifteen (15) points for that event. Any Nipper who misses the Club Championship days will receive 15 points for each event run on the days. 2018/2019 Season Page 26

Club Champions In each age group (excluding U6 and U7 and Dolphins), awards will be presented for the first three placegetters (boys and girls) in individual events, based on accumulated point-score. The boy and girl with the least number of combined event points over the 2 mornings of Club Championships shall be the Age Champion. End of Season Nipper Awards Most Improved Awarded to either a boy OR a girl from each age group (U7 to U14) that has exhibited personal significant skills improvement throughout the year. Encouragement Award Awarded to encourage a nipper that may not be the one who always wins, but who always gives it a go. It is awarded to a boy OR a girl from each age group (U7 to U14) that has actively participated and shown an improvement in skills throughout the year. Life Saver of the Year This award is to recognise the nipper that embodies the ideals of surf lifesaving. It is awarded to a boy OR a girl from each age group (U7 to U14) based upon attendance/behaviour, willingness, and helpfulness. Award Eligibility To be eligible for any Nipper award; including Age Champions (1st, 2 nd or 3 rd ), Encouragement Award, Most Improved, Lifesaver of the Year and Chairman s Award a Nipper must attend at least 60% of all Nipper Sundays and 60 % of Non-Carnival Nipper Days. That is - out of 18 Newport Nippers Sundays and 1 Newport Nipper Saturday a Nipper must attend 11 days. Also, if there are 6 Carnivals that fall on a Sunday then the Nipper still needs to attend 60% of the remaining Nipper days that are not carnival Days (19 days 6 Carnivals = 13, 13 x 60% = 8days). 2018/2019 Season Page 27

These attendance rules are to reward and encourage attendance at Newport Nippers as well as Northern Beaches Branch Carnivals. For safety reasons, it is a requirement of the club that nippers are marked on and off a roll kept by the Age Manager at the start and end of nippers each session. That roll is the document used to determine the 60% participation requirement for awards. Should a child be unable to participate in specific activities they are required to remain on the beach with their age group and, where possible, join in to satisfy participation requirements for that day. This attendance includes normal Nippers and carnivals. If a competitor attends a carnival on the Saturday and normal Nippers on Sunday, the child is credited with one day only. 2018/2019 Season Page 28

CARNIVAL INFORMATION We encourage all Nippers to represent NLSC. The Club places a high priority on Team Events and will enter as many teams as possible in events. The numbers of teams permitted may be regulated by carnival organisers. Being part of a team represents important values, such as working together for the good of the team, mateship, and sharing in the highs of success, or the lows of not doing so well. It is therefore a Club requirement that those wishing to compete in individual events make themselves available for team selection prior to the teams being selected. Refusal to compete in a team event could mean the competitor will not be permitted to compete in events for individuals. Parental support is required to ensure Carnivals can be attended by Newport Nippers. We ask that at least one parent in every competition family lend us regular support at carnivals and training. You do not need to be Bronze qualified to help (only required if doing water safety). Parents without their Bronze can do their Level 1 Officials Course. As with all Nipper activities all Nippers and their Parents are bound by the Rules & Regulations of SLSA; SLSNSW; Newport SLSC and by the Code of Conduct found in this Handbook. Any breach of these Rules and Regulations or the Code of Conduct by Nippers or Parents WILL result in the Child and parent being removed from the beach. Entry to Competition Areas Competition areas are limited to nominated officials per club. If other club officials or parents are found in the competition area this may result in the club being disqualified from an event. Also, please be familiar with the Code of Conduct as this will be strictly applied. 2018/2019 Season Page 29

Carnivals are held on several Saturdays and Sundays during the season, culminating with Branch and State Championships. All Nippers who are eligible, i.e. have successfully completed the junior competition skills evaluation, are encouraged to represent Newport at these carnivals. Competition against other clubs promotes sportsmanship, club loyalty and gives children the opportunity to mix with their peers. Emphasis is placed on participation and friendly competition rather than winning. Final selection of teams for team events will be the responsibility of the coaches and Competition Development Manager. Entry Fees The Club will pay Carnival Entry Fees for Nippers to participate in the carnivals as listed in the Calendar of Events table earlier in this booklet. Where a Nipper enters a Carnival, and subsequently fails to attend, or withdraws from an event for which they have been nominated (unless withdrawn by the Age Manager and/or coach), the Nippers Parents will be required to reimburse the Club for the Entry Fee of events not competed. Nippers will not be able to nominate for subsequent Carnivals until outstanding fees are paid. A few points to remember regarding carnivals: Nominations for events that the children are to compete in must be in 1 week prior to the Carnival. The parent/guardian may be liable for late entry fees, at the club s discretion. Competitors must wear the gold and maroon Newport skull cap and maroon club swimmers. Caps must be kept on during races. If both these rules are not followed, the competitor could be disqualified. Meet at the Newport tent at least twenty minutes prior to your first event and report to your Age Competition Manager. Carnival registrations usually start at 6.30am, with the first events commencing at 7am. 2018/2019 Season Page 30

All competitors in beach and water events (except for U8 s) must have passed their junior competition skills evaluation swim to be eligible to compete in events at carnivals this includes those participating in beach events only. Carnivals generally follow a standard format with a detailed event program being made available during the week prior to the carnival. If not, they will be available on the day. Program details may be altered up until the last minute to take weather and surf conditions into consideration. Entry fees are incurred for each carnival that a child enters. These fees are paid directly by Newport Nippers. However, should a competitor not turn up at their nominated carnival the parent/guardian may be liable to reimburse the club for entry fees paid, at the club s discretion. Please let us know if you are unable to attend as early as possible to avoid unnecessary costs. A list of carnival events are as follows: Sprint Open and Girls Ages U8 to U14 years, in age groups Sprint Distances Ages U8 to U14 years 70 metres Relay Open Ages U8 to U14 in age groups (four competitors to a team) All Age Relay Open Ages 7 to 13, one competitor from each age group (7 competitors in a team) Beach Flags Open and Girls Ages U8 to U14 years in age groups Flag Distances Ages U8 to U10 years 8 metres Ages U11 to U14 years 15 metres Water Events Wade and water events will be decided on the day according to water conditions. Surf Swim Open and Girls 2018/2019 Season Page 31

Ages U9 to U14 in age groups Surf Teams Race Open Ages U10 to U13 in age groups Junior 2 x U8 years and 2 x U9 years (4 competitors in each team) Senior U10 to U13 years (1 competitor from each age group 4 competitors to a team) Board Race Open and Girls Ages U9 to U13 in age group. The girl s event is limited to five competitors per club in each age group. This restriction is not applicable to the open event. Board Rescue Open Ages 10 to 13 in age groups. Two competitors to a team one swimmer (patient) and one board paddler (rescuer). Board Relay Open Ages 10 to 13 in age groups. Three competitors to a team. Cameron Relay Open Junior ages 10 to U11 Senior ages 12 to U13 Three competitors to a team one swimmer, one runner and one board paddler. Iron Man Open Ages U10 to U13 in age groups. Swim, board paddle and run. Diamond Lady Girls Ages U10 to U13 in age groups. Swim, board paddle and run. Limited to five competitors per club in each age group. This restriction does not apply to the open iron man event. All swim distances are 80 metres from waist deep water. Board distances for most events are 120 metres from the water s edge. 2 Person Rescue and Resuscitation Open Ages 9 to 11, two competitors to a team one rescuer and one patient (positions decided by draw). 4 Person Rescue and Resuscitation Open 2018/2019 Season Page 32

Ages 11 to 13, five competitors to a team one rescuer, one-reel person, one cardiac operator, one resuscitator and one patient. March Past Open Ages 7 to 13, 12 competitors to a team one standard bearer, one belt person, 6-reel squad and four rear rank. SELECTION CARNIVALS The first carnivals of the season are Selection Carnivals. It is from these carnivals that competitors from 10 to 13 years from all Nippers clubs in the Northern Beaches Branch are selected to compete in the Interbranch Carnival. All events at the Interbranch are open i.e. there are no separate events for girls. A selection committee has the final approval to select which competitors will be eligible. A competitor achieving a first or second place in an event (at both selection carnivals) has a good chance of becoming a Northern Beaches Branch Representative. STATE & QUALIFYING CARNIVALS Some events at the State Carnival are only open to competitors who have qualified through gaining a place at the Branch Carnival. These events are: 2 Man Rescue and Resuscitation three teams per Branch. All Age Relay three teams per Branch. The competitors selected for the State Championship team will have met the selection criteria. That criteria being, attending all regular training sessions for either Water or Beach activities, attending a minimum of two SLS carnivals throughout the season and attending the Branch Carnival. Please note that on carnival days, except for the Newport Carnival, Nippers at Newport Beach will still be held as normal for those not competing. With reduced numbers of Nippers, age groups may be combined for some or all activities. 2018/2019 Season Page 33

SLSA PRINCIPLES Surf Life Saving Australia s Surf Education curriculum is based upon some key principles. These principles form the backbone of each stage of a child s development in lifesaving. The principles are: Participation: The notion that all children should be offered the opportunity to learn about surf lifesaving and aquatic safety philosophies and methodology. Where possible, they should experience samples of the activities that are undertaken by surf lifesavers. Social Justice: The notion that everyone should be given a fair go. This is particularly important when learning about surf lifesavers and during activities that they be part of an overall surf lifesaving educational package. Environment: A supportive environment means one in which assistance is provided by parents, teachers, instructors, coaches, clubs, etc. which promotes the development of surf lifesaving and aquatic safety education and skills. Surf education is designed to develop and enhance essential skills and understandings. For example: Health and safety knowledge an understanding of the need for physical and emotional safety and the wellbeing of one s self and others. Communications skills particularly the relationship between reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as the understanding of a broad range of verbal and non-verbal means of communication. Environmental knowledge an understanding and appreciation of our environment, its management and the relationship we have in it. Information skills which enable the child to recognise the need for information and provide the ability to identify and access it from a range of resources. Social skills an understanding of the values, attitudes and practices that contribute to social justice and effective participation. Please note: Every effort has been made to ensure that the details contained in this booklet are correct at time of publishing but may be subject to change. 2018/2019 Season Page 34