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They have so much knowledge and skill to impart with the younger age groups, the awe in the faces of the younger Nippers when they get to engage with the Under 14s (and occasional youth and cadet members) does literally bring tears to my eyes. They all benefit from the experience and engagement without even really knowing how. I watched the Under 14 cohort grow, with pride and enthusiasm, into young adults during the season. We can’t thank them enough for the guidance they provide
the younger nippers and I remain hopeful that they will chose to continue to engage with the younger nippers in years to come. It is with a little sadness but a lot of gratitude and pride that I wish them well in their future endeavours
within and outside of our amazing club – au revoir 2020/21 Under 14s!
As with all seasons, the Nipper family has had to farewell a few pivotal families as their youngest graduated from the Junior Activities program. This season we say a very sad and heartfelt farewell to the Wilson, O’Connor and Otto families. For those of you who attended our end of season presentation, you will know that I struggled to get out the words of gratitude and thanks to these families that have given so much over such a long period of time. Where we lose other parts of our Club will gain the experience and knowledge of these families – thank you!
Changes upon changes, pivot upon pivot, a lot
of hard work and dedication from a lot of parents saw another successful Hell Week run for our
U11 to U14 nippers - even through all COVID-19 restrictions. This is such an amazing program that our club facilitates for these Nippers with a focus on personal development; every participant learns something about themselves, their club and their team mates. Invaluable life experiences for those who have so much zest for living! Hell Day for this seasons’ U10s also offered its usual challenges and experiences. Congratulations to all participants, (including parents who also rode the emotional waves with the kids) as graduates of the 2020/21 Hell Week and Hell Day program!
With a lot of new nippers, comes a lot of education for families and a growing number of families who are sensibly choosing to participate in the Junior Activities surf safe education program. We are experiencing a larger number of nippers who are joining the program in older age groups. This does present
I WATCHED
THE U14
COHORT
GROW, WITH
PRIDE AND
ENTHUSIASM,
INTO YOUNG ADULTS DURING THE SEASON.
Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club Annual Report 2020/21
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