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2021-2022 Season Update
The start of the 2021-2022 season has been delayed to to the current COVID-19 restrictions. Surf Life Saving has announced that:
- Nippers 2021/22 season will be delayed and will not commence before December 2021
- All nipper registration days are cancelled and will be re-scheduled once the season commencement is announced.
A further update in relation to the upcoming season will be provided by SLSS on 1 October, and we will pass on that information once received.
How to Join Cronulla Crays
Nippers is designed to teach children the fundamentals of surf beach and open water safety in a fun and safe environment .Any child between 5 and 13 is welcolme to join Cronulla Crays.
The Blue Fins program aims to give young people with disabilities beach safety and water awareness skills and offers inclusion within our mainstream groups.
In order to limit numbers of people on Registration Day, we will be requesting all new and existing members complete their registration ONLINE prior to the registration & proficiency days scheduled. See instructions below.
Online registration and payment needs to be received prior to attending a registration day and completing a proficiency swim.
This season is expected to be like no other given Surf Life Saving Australia and the Club will have in place strict Covid Management protocols, which must be adhered to by all Nippers and their Families.
The conduct of Nippers this season will ultimately be subject to any guidelines issued by NSW Health and Surf Lifesaving, including potential restrictions on ability to run Nipper Programs during the season.
To join for the 2021/22 season please complete the following steps
Step 1: Register and Pay Online
New Members
NOTE: Active Kids Vouchers can be used while registering for Cronulla Nippers
Make sure you claim your voucher first by visiting https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/
- Go to Surf Life Saving Australia Join https://join.sls.com.au
- Follow the prompts to register. You will then receive an email outlining your rego is pending. At this point, while you can click on the link to proceed with payment you should note:
- If you have other children to register as new members, go back and do this first.
- If you have other children who are existing members and require their registration renewed, go and do this first (follow steps below)
- Follow the online instructions to pay ensuring that you select “CRONULLA”.
If you have any issues at all during the registration process, please contact the office on 9523 5300 or admin@cronullasurfclub.com.
Please note:
All New Members must send the following to the Admin Office: a copy of your child/s original birth certificate or Passport APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED UNTIL WE RECEIVE THIS.
Email: admin@cronullasurfclub.com
Renewals
NOTE: Active Kids Vouchers can be used while registering for Cronulla Nippers
Make sure you claim your voucher first by visiting https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/
- Go to Surf Life Saving Australia Members Area https://members.sls.com.au
- A login and account is required for each child.
- Login to your existing account (use reset links if you have forgotten your username or password)
- If you don’t have portal accounts, create new separate accounts for each child registering.
- Once you’ve logged in to the Members Area, navigate to Memberships.
- Follow the online instructions to register/renew. Please check your contact details very carefully. It’s how we keep in touch with you.
- Follow the online instructions to pay ensuring that you select “CRONULLA”.
If you have any issues at all during the registration process, please contact the office on 9523 5300 or admin@cronullasurfclub.com.
Full instruction on how to use the members portal be found on the SLSA Help Portal.
The SLSA Members Area also gives members the ability to access all awards, patrols, and rosters.
Active Kids Voucher
Cronulla Nippers now accepts Active Kids Program Vouchers. Vouchers can be redeemed during the online renewals through the SLSA Members Area.
Step 2: Attend a Registration Day
Registration and swim proficiencies will be held at the Cronulla Sports Complex. Online registration and payment needs to be received prior to attending a registration day and completing proficiency swim.
Due to current COVID restrictions registration and proficiency days have been postponed. Further details will be provided once restrictions are eased.
Returning and new members in the Under 8s to Under 14s must complete their Pool and Ocean Swim Proficiency requirements on one of the three Registration and Proficiency dates above.
Please bring swimwear, googles and towel. Apparel will also be available for sale.
Change of Details
Changes can be made via the SLSA Members Area or alternatively, please advise the office admin@cronullasurfclub.com
Membership Fees
| Membership Category Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st child | $140 |
| 2nd child | $90 |
| 3rd child | $70 |
| 4th Child | Free |
| 1st Parent | $90 |
| 2nd Parent | $40 |
| Blue Fins | $65 |
Age Groups for 2019/20
| Age Group | Birthday |
|---|---|
| U6 | born between 1 Oct 2015 – 30 Sept 2016 |
| U7 | born between 1 Oct 2014 – 30 Sept 2015 |
| U8 | born between 1 Oct 2013 – 30 Sept 2014 |
| U9 | born between 1 Oct 2012 – 30 Sept 2013 |
| U10 | born between 1 Oct 2011 – 30 Sept 2012 |
| U11 | born between 1 Oct 2010 – 30 Sept 2011 |
| U12 | born between 1 Oct 2009 – 30 Sept 2010 |
| U13 | born between 1 Oct 2008 – 30 Sept 2009 |
| U14 | born between 1 Oct 2007 – 30 Sept 2008 |
Parent Membership
- One parent of each child is required to become a member of the Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club
- The nominal fee is to cover insurances and SRC training costs
- Due to Surf Life Saving Regulation, insurance, and child protection protocols, any parent that holds a Committee or Group Leader position or who assists in any way that involves direct interaction with children MUST join the Club
- If you have any questions about this process, please contact our office: admin@cronullasurfclub.com