Rippers
Rippers is our junior activities program based on the river. The program is specially designed for children aged five to twelve. The program is a great way to help kids learn essential water safety skills, grow their confidence, and make lifelong friendships.
Not only is Rippers a fun way for children to enjoy the river in a safe environment, but it also offers children an educational pathway through the Junior Development Program. This program sets them on the path to becoming a fully rounded participant in both lifesaving and sport - we like to call it 'Serious Fun'.
Contact us on 83546900 or nippers@surflifesavingsa.com.au for more information.
River Awareness
Knowledge of dangers and how to read the river are essential to keeping you and your mate safe at the river.
Lifesaving Skills
Rippers are introduced to the skills they will need to become a lifesaver in the future.
Water Sport Skills
We help our Rippers to develop confidence through participation in a variety of sports.
Rippers Lake Bonney Full Program 2024
Delivered in partnership with Berri Barmera Council, the Lake Bonney Rippers Program will be held on weekends in February and March 2024.
Where: Lake Bonney Foreshore, in front of the Sailing Club
Dates: Weekly on Saturday afternoons from Saturday 17 February until Saturday 23 March (6 Weeks)
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm (5-7 Year Olds); 3:00pm-4:00pm (8-12 Year Olds)
Cost: FREE in year 1
What is included?
6 weeks of water safety sessions, based on the traditional Nippers Program
A FREE participant pack, consisting of: Surf Life Saving Cap, Hi Vis singlet, Broad brimmed hat, Draw string bag, long sleeved shirt.
What should we wear?
Be sure to wear your bathers (long sleeved if possible), a hat, and sunscreen. We expect grown ups to get involved, so make sure your responsible grown up is also wearing bathers or clothes they don’t mind getting wet in, along with a hat and sunscreen.
What should we bring?
Bring along a towel, water bottle, goggles (optional) and extra sunscreen if you need to re-apply.
Contact us on 83546900 or nippers@surflifesavingsa.com.au for more information.
Rippers Renmark Full Program 2024
Delivered in Partnership with Renmark Paringa Council, the Renmark Rippers Program will be held on weekends in February and March 2024.
Where: Grassed area by the Patey Drive Boat Ramp, Renmark
Dates: Weekly on Sunday mornings from Sunday 18 February until Sunday 24 March (6 Weeks)
Time: 9:00am-10:00am (5-7 Year Olds); 10:00am-11:00am (8-12 Year Olds)
Cost: FREE in year 1
What is included?
6 weeks of water safety sessions, based on the traditional Nippers Program
A FREE participant pack, consisting of: Surf Life Saving Cap, Hi Vis singlet, Broad brimmed hat, Draw string bag, long sleeved shirt.
What should we wear?
Be sure to wear your bathers (long sleeved if possible), a hat, and sunscreen. We expect grown ups to get involved, so make sure your responsible grown up is also wearing bathers or clothes they don’t mind getting wet in, along with a hat and sunscreen.
What should we bring?
Bring along a towel, water bottle, goggles (optional) and extra sunscreen if you need to re-apply.
Contact us on 83546900 or nippers@surflifesavingsa.com.au for more information.
Rippers Murray Bridge Full Program 2024
Delivered in partnership with The Rural City of Murray Bridge, the Murray Bridge Rippers Program will be held on weekends in February and March 2024.
Where: Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge
Dates: Weekly on Saturday mornings from Saturday 3 February until Saturday 23 March (8 Weeks)
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am (5-7 Year Olds); 10:30am-11:30am (8-12 Year Olds); 11:30am-12:30pm (5-12 Year Olds)
Cost: FREE in year 1
What is included?
8 weeks of water safety sessions, based on the traditional Nippers Program
A FREE participant pack, consisting of: Surf Life Saving Cap, Hi Vis singlet, Broad brimmed hat, Draw string bag, long sleeved shirt.
What should we wear?
Be sure to wear your bathers (long sleeved if possible), a hat, and sunscreen. We expect grown ups to get involved, so make sure your responsible grown up is also wearing bathers or clothes they don’t mind getting wet in, along with a hat and sunscreen.
What should we bring?
Bring along a towel, water bottle, goggles (optional) and extra sunscreen if you need to re-apply.
Contact us on 83546900 or nippers@surflifesavingsa.com.au for more information.
For any Rippers related enquires please phone SLSSA on 08 8354 6900 or email nippers@surflifesavingsa.com.au