2023/24 Membership SubsMembership subs for 2023/24 are now open, register early to help us with our planning needs.
JSP REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2023/24 SEASON
Please find the JSP registration form link HERE.
Included within the JSP registration form is the Club's Code of Conduct and the Parent Helper form.
We strongly encourage parents to get involved with the programme, whether that be water safety, assisting on the beach or being involved with our famous Tairua SLSC BBQ!
We encourage families to sign up on time via the online registration to avoid disappointment and ensure that your child / children are able to experience our popular programme.
JSP Dates
JSP will start Wednesday 27 Dec to Fri 12 Jan on weekdays from 10am until midday.
Swimming Ability
As a general guide
6-8 years
Delta squad: needs to be able to swim (any stroke) for at least 15 metres with their feet off the bottom.
8-11 years
Charlie squad need to be able to swim (any stroke) for at least 50 metres in waist deep water.
Bravo 2 squad is required to swim a minimum of 100 metre (and ideally 200 metre) in deep water, in the ocean.
Bravo 1 squad is required to swim a minimum of 200 metres in deep water, in the ocean.
Alpha Squads
Alpha 2 squad should be able to confidently complete a 200 metre buoy swim.
Alpha 1 squad should be able to confidently complete a 200 metre buoy swim under 4.5 mins.
Level 1
Confidence in the water
Theory questions on keeping safe at the beach
Level 2
Bodysurfing and wading technique
Nine theory questions
Level 3
50m pool swim
Catching waves
Theory questions covering surf lifeguard roles as well as keeping safe at the beach
Level 4
200m pool swim
Correct technique for duck diving
Identifying rips and wave types
Level 5
Increased skill development for surf swimming
Theory questions cover setting up for patrol and parts of the inflatable rescue boat (IRB)
