Training Sessions
Training Sessions
Nipper training focuses on general fitness and the development of both beach and ocean skills. Each session is designed to be fast-paced, engaging, and enjoyable, while steadily building the fitness and confidence needed for lifesaving.
Wednesdays: Evening training sessions
Sundays: Morning training sessions
All training times and updates are shared at the start of each season through the club’s communication platforms.
Sunday Training – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Sunday sessions take place on Llandudno Beach during the lifesaving season. When sea conditions are unsuitable, training may be relocated to Hout Bay Beach. All Nippers must arrive early to sign in at the clubhouse and collect their skull cap, which is colour-coded by age group (blue, green, or red). Important announcements and instructions are given before training begins.
Parental help is greatly appreciated and encouraged, particularly with carrying equipment to and from the beach. Training concludes at 12:00 pm. Before heading to the changing rooms, all Nippers must sign out, return their skull cap, and check whether assistance is needed with packing away equipment.
We encourage parents to stay on the beach or at the clubhouse during training. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other families, learn more about the club, and enjoy refreshments from the bar or café.
Wednesday Training – 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
(5:00 pm to 6:30 pm in winter)
Wednesday training is geared towards Nippers who are preparing to compete or looking to increase their fitness and technical skill. These sessions focus on more intensive physical conditioning and specialised competition techniques.
They run from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm during summer and from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm during winter.
Attendance is not compulsory, but we highly recommend it for any Nipper planning to compete or those eager to develop further. As with Sunday sessions, training may occasionally be moved to Hout Bay Beach in the event of poor sea conditions at Llandudno.
Nippers take a short break over the Christmas period, with training resuming in early January to ensure competitors are well prepared for the final events of the season.
Safety rules for training sessions
STAY with your group – let your coach know if you are going anywhere
LISTEN to coaches & lifeguards / safety officers
TRY everything, but don’t be afraid to ask questions if you feel unsure
WEAR your skullcaps for sea visibility
CRAFT is respected
FLAGS are there to indicate where to swim (between the red & yellow flags)
SIGNAL FOR HELP – one arm raised straight above your head (do not panic, stay calm)
