Frequently Asked Questions



WHAT AGES CAN JOIN NIPPERS?
Nippers age groups run from the U6's to the U14's.
The age group is determined by how old you are at the first of October.
So if your still 5 at the 1st of Oct then your in the Under 6 age group.
All Nipper details can be found in the Nippers Menu


CAN I JOIN A PATROL?
Cadets and Seniors can join a patrol.
The minimum requirement is the Surf Rescue Certificate or Bronze Medallion.
The club runs both courses through out the season.
Contact info@ShellharbourSurfClub.com for the next course date or to be added to a patrol.
Check out the Patrol Roster for how patrols are scheduled.


WHY DOES A PARENT HAVE TO JOIN?
The Principle reason is to ensure you are covered by insurance while attending Nippers and utilising club facilities with your child.


WHAT DOES IT COST TO JOIN?
Registration Fees are listed in the FEES & CHARGES section on the Information page.
All water activities require a high visability vest to be worn.
All Nippers must also purchase an age cap to allow easy identification of childrens age and level.
If you intend to compete at carnivals you will need to purchase a club costume.
All soft gear items can be purchase from the club store located on the ground floor facing the beach.


CAN I STILL JOIN?
Nippers registration close on the 1st of December for the current season.How_To_Join steps.
Just remember registration must be completed and paid prior to attending any nippers or patrol.
And sorry - there are no discounts for part season membership.


WHAT HAPPENS WHEN IT RAINS?
Nippers and Patrols are run in most weather conditions (Exceptions include lightning storms).
If the surf conditions are deemed dangerous water activities will be cancelled, but beach and other training activities will be substituted.
Refer to the Club Calendar for scheduled events and changes.


HOW DO I CHANGE SURF CLUBS?
If you or a family member where previously a member of a different surf club and want to change to Shellharbour,
then you need to follow the instructions found on the How To Join page.
The first step is to contact Shellharbour using Registrations



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