PARENTS / CAREGIVERS IN THE WATER
U7 old age group is an age which, at Lyall Bay with its variable wave height and harsh conditions, is unable to be left to just the coaches and lifeguards. U7 athletes require a parent/caregiver to be in the water with them at all times.
U8 - U9 age group we ideally would like a parent/caregiver in the water or water edge ready to enter if required,
If your child requires extra assistance in the water, please enter the water with them, rather than assuming our volunteers will be able to look after them.
Please note:
Our club relies heavily on the active involvement of parents, the club cannot function without people volunteering. Kids love to see their parents/.caregivers interacting at the club.
Parent/Caregivers participation is encouraged in the water at all ages. This is a great way for parents to be actively involved, it’s a great way to increase your own water confidence and have FUN. The more adults we have in the water the better.
If you are not a competent swimmer, there is always a need for people to remain in the shallows to help retrieve boards and ensure children exit safely, providing close and constant supervision of our young athletes in the water.
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200m BADGE REQUIREMENTS (U10 - U14)
Junior Surf members in the U10 age group & above must be proficient swimmers and attain their 200m badge. To achieve this athletes must be able to swim 200m confidently.
Children are not taught to swim at ‘Junior Surf’ Sunday beach sessions. We strongly recommend that children attend regular swimming lessons. Pool swimming is essential to develop the strength, fitness and confidence that they require to negotiate surf conditions.
Children who swim regularly prove to be the most capable in the surf and ultimately gain the most from participating in a Junior Surf programme.
ALL MEMBERS
U10 - U14 need to be swim tested.
PLEASE NOTE: We held a mass one-off 200m badge swim assessment. We will be in touch regarding the 200m badge.
The 200m safety award must be refreshed each year.
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We look forward to receiving your registration(s).
Ngā mihi