Nippers 2025-2026 Season

Registration and Key Dates

Dear Newcastle SLSC Nipper Families,

We hope you’re as excited as we are for the upcoming Nipper season! We’re gearing up for another fun and successful season, and we wanted to keep you informed about some important registration dates and events.

Key Dates for the 25/26 Nipper Season:
  • 1st August 2025: Registration opens for returning Nippers and siblings

  • 18th August 2025: Registration opens for new Nipper families 

  • Sunday, 19th October 2025: Swim proficiency assessment for all Nippers

  • Sunday, 26th October 2025: First Nippers session

Fees for the 25/26 Nipper Season:
  • $65 Nipper Parent 

  • $100 Returning Nipper

  • $150 New Nipper (Includes cap, pink rashvest and plaque)

  • $215 Surf Rescue Certificate SRC (First Aid not included)

  • $250 Surf Rescue Certificate SRC (First Aid included)

How to Register:

Returning members and siblings can renew their registration starting 1st August

Please use the following link to complete your registration *Both Parent and Nipper must renew to complete registration:
https://members.sls.com.au/SLSA_Online/modules/login/index.php 

For new Nipper families, registration will open on 18th August. *New Nipper families must register one parent or carer and Nipper to complete registration:
https://members.sls.com.au/members/join/member-join 

Swim Proficiency:

A reminder that all Nippers will need to complete a swim proficiency test on 19th October 2025. This is an important step to ensure all Nippers are ready for the season ahead.

Should you have any questions about registration or the upcoming season, please feel free to reach out.

We look forward to seeing everyone back at the beach for another fun and rewarding season!

Stack App

For more information and season details don’t forget to join our stack app – Stack TeamApp Setup Guide – Newcastle SLSC Nippers

Important Links & information

Contact us

For nippers registration enquiries email registrar@newcastleslsc.com.au.

For all general nippers enquiries email nippers@newcastleslsc.com.au, or alternatively fill out the form below:

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