Proficiency

The Nipper program creates future Life Savers and swimming is a core skillset. Each age group under monitored conditions will be assessed and signed off for proficiency by the Competition Manager.

 For a Nipper for the swim must demonstrate a constant freestyle stroke without stopping for the required distance.  The requirements as follows:

•  Under 8’s – 150m swim, 1 minute survival float
• Under 9’s – 150m swim, 1 minute survival float
• Under 10’s – 150m swim, 1.5 minute survival float
• Under 11’s – 250m swim, 2 minute survival float
• Under 12’s – 250m swim, 2 minute survival float
• Under 13’s – 250m swim, 3 minute survival float

NOTE: A Nipper must be signed off as “proficient” to be permitted to compete in water events (not including Wade) at carnivals.