Proficiencies
Many of the activities that children participate in as part of nippers are conducted in open water. Surf Life Saving Australia has a minimum standard for junior skills evaluation (proficiency) and education for all children taking part in nippers.
Under 8s to Under 14s must complete their Pool and Ocean Swim Proficiency requirements
AGE | POOL PROFICIENCY | OCEAN PROFICIENCY |
---|---|---|
U6 & U7 | Nil | Nil |
U8 | 25m swim (any stroke) 1 min survival float | Nil |
U9 & U10 | 200m swim (freestyle) 1 min survival float | 150m swim |
U11 – U14 | 200m swim (freestyle) 2 min survival float | 288m swim |