A Record Season for Nippers
Nippers
A sea of caps and rashies is sweeping Victorian lifesaving clubs as Nippers fever hits!
Nippers is a lifesaving movement for kids under 14 to gain the confidence and skills to enjoy our beaches safely, while also teaching them the foundations of lifesaving, teamwork, and leadership.
This year, our clubs have had a bumper season with 14,383 kids registered in Nippers across 57 Life Saving Clubs.
It’s not only fun, family‑centred and inclusive; it’s also vital in growing the next generation of volunteer lifesavers who keep our communities safe.
Participation has continued to increase year‑on‑year since the pandemic, reflecting strong community demand for practical water safety education and healthy, active lifestyles.
For families, Nippers builds lifelong friendships and a sense of belonging. For clubs and the broader community, it sustains vital volunteer capacity and cultivates future leaders on and off the beach.