Bush Nippers
Bush Nippers is a fun, inclusive program for kids aged 5 to 14, designed to build water safety skills and confidence in rivers, lakes, pools, and other inland waterways.
Based on the popular coastal nippers model, sessions are practical, age-appropriate, and open to all abilities.
WSAC proudly supports Bush Nippers and its focus on safety, learning, and lifelong confidence around water. Contact us or visit Life Saving Victoria to learn more.
Book now for the January School Holiday Program
Bush Nippers is returning to Wangaratta this January! This popular 3-day program will book out, click here to secure your spot today.
Date:
Monday 19 to Wednesday 21 January
Two session times:
- 9:00am - 11:00am
- 11:30am - 1:30pm
Cost:
$130. Discounts apply for WSAC Learn to Swim members, and concession options are available.
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Bush Nipper Program for Schools
A tailored Bush Nipper program is available for schools in either Term 1 or 4. Complete the Expression of Interest form below to find out more.
School's expression of interest form
About the program:
Introduction to lifesaving
Where participants, and their parents/caregivers/guardians, will be welcomed by the instructors, and introduced to the aquatic location and other group participants.
Survival swimming
Practise the skills to survive an unexpected fall into deep (open) water, including entry/exit techniques, floating, gliding, sculling and treading water.
Rescue strategies
Practise different types of non-swimming rescue techniques to assist someone in trouble in the water.
Everyday Lifesaver
Learn the emergency response sequence, DRSABCD (Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, CPR, Defibrillation).
Be aware and be prepared
Gain the knowledge and skills to keep safe across a variety of different aquatic settings.
Staying fit & healthy
Learn the importance of establishing a healthy mind and body for the safe enjoyment of aquatic activities.
My community
Recognise the connection that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities have to the land and water and look at ways to maximise local community interaction with aquatic environments.
Survival strategies
Learn how to correctly fit and wear a lifejacket, along with the HELP and HUDDLE survival positions.
Safe boarding
Lifesavers use boards to rescue people in the water. In this activity, participants will use boards to practise the basic skills required to assist a swimmer in trouble.
Beach flags/ sprints
Learn how to sprint efficiently over a short distance, which is essential when trying to help someone in an emergency situation.
Iron Challenge
Combine running, swimming and board skills to complete an Iron relay race.
Click here(PDF, 331KB) to view program Terms and Conditions.