Boards & Equipment

In the U8–13 age groups, Nippers develop board paddling skills as part of Sunday morning activities each week. U6 and U7 Nippers get some board exposure during the season when conditions are suitable. The club has both foam boards (U8–U10) and fibreglass boards (U11–U13) for use during Sunday activities and additional training sessions.

Board Specifications

U8-U10 - foam encased Nipper board / 2.0m length with no specified weight

U11-U13 - fibreglass Nipper board / 2.0m length and 4.5kg

Buying Your Own Board

As your child progresses, they may choose to buy their own board for private use, giving them the chance to practise outside club activities. Suitable suppliers include:

• Kracka Surfcraft

• Race One Surf Craft

• Ocean Built

• NIPPER — bennettsurf

Second-hand boards are also available through other surf club websites, Gumtree, Facebook groups (such as WA Surf Lifesaving Craft/Accessories Sale, or Trigg Boards & Craft for Sale), and club noticeboards.