Nippers Registrations now CLOSED for 24/25 Season. All other membership renewals still avaliable.
The Bancoora SLSC Committee are pleased to announce that membership applications for the 2024/25 season will open from Monday 7 October.
This season we have changed our process slightly so please take the time to read through this information.
From Monday 7 October to Monday 21 October Nipper registrations will be open to returning families only.
From Tuesday 22 October registrations will open for all new families (including transfers from other Surf Clubs).
Due to an increase in water safety personnel (thank you to our new volunteers!) this seasons we have a maximum capacity of 28 Nippers per age group. There is no cap on Mozzies or Young Guns.
Registrations for capped age groups will close as they reach capacity.
Registration for ALL age groups will close Sunday 24 November.
Memberships for patrolling or standard members are open from Monday 7 October.
Applications will only be processed if we have received all the relevant information and fees. This includes a current Working with Children Check which has been verified by Service Victoria.
Once your application has been processed and finalised, you will recieve a membership pack via email (sent to the primary email address for families). The pack will include further information on key dates, preperation and other key information.
2024/25 Membership Fees
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Senior Membership $110.00
Membership fees covers all LSV affiliation fees, access to Lifesaving training and qualifications, insurance, access to club and equipment, competition fees, required patrol uniforms.
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Associate Membership $50.00
Membership fee covers all LSV affiliation fees, insurances, access to club and all social, fundraising and volunteering events.
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Standard Family Membership (patrolling families) $280.00
Patrolling families, 2 adults and 2 children/students not participating in Nippers/Young Guns Membership fees covers all LSV affiliation fees, access to Lifesaving training and qualifications, insurance, access to club and equipment, competition fees.
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Family plus 1 Nipper / Young Gun $330.00
Membership fees covers participation in 8-week program including all equipment & resources, all LSV affiliation fees, access to Lifesaving training and qualifications, insurance, access to club and equipment, competition fees
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Family plus 2 Nippers / Young Guns $360.00
Membership fees covers participation in 8-week program including all equipment & resources, all LSV affiliation fees, access to Lifesaving training and qualifications, insurance, access to club and equipment, competition fees
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Family plus 3 Nippers / Young Guns $390.00
Membership fees covers participation in 8-week program including all equipment & resources, all LSV affiliation fees, access to Lifesaving training and qualifications, insurance, access to club and equipment, competition fees
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Family plus 4 Nippers / Young Guns $420.00
Membership fees covers participation in 8-week program including all equipment & resources, all LSV affiliation fees, access to Lifesaving training and qualifications, insurance, access to club and equipment, competition fees
Additional notes:
- $10.00 per person paid in membership dues will be allocated to the Club’s building fund.
- In relation to Family Memberships, please note all members of the family are required to be a member if your child or children are participating in nippers or young guns.
- For a person between 18 – 25 years to be included in a Family Membership, she/he must produce a student card. The person must be direct relations of the adults of the Family Membership.
Membership Guides
All memberships are processed through Life Saving Victoria. If you are new to the Club you should complete a Membership Application for EACH member of your family taking part (including parents/guardians if Nippers).
Please see the following step by step guides to assist with your renewal, application or creating a Family Group.
- How to Join as a New Member
- How to Create a Members Area Account
- How to Renew an Individual or Family Membership
- How to Create a Family Group
- How to Transfer a Partial or Full Membership
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I have forgotten my password for the Members Area?
A: If you have forgotten your username or password, click the reminder link on the main login page members.sls.com.au. Enter you first name, last name, DOB and select email or SMS to receive your reminder.
Q: I have submitted my membership application but forgot to pay. How do I pay?
A: Log into you Members Area account members.sls.com.au.
Select Memberships>Renewals, Payments & Transfers > Make a payment. Follow the prompts to make a payment, making sure you have filled in all relevant details in the ‘Complete name / Meaningful payment details’ section.
Q: I require further assistance.
A: If you need further assistance to join a Life Saving Club or encounter any ‘error’ messages please contact the SLSA IT Helpdesk or LSV’s Club Support team via clubsupport@lsv.com.au / 03 9676 6930.
Age group eligibility
Mozzies – Under 6 and Under 7 age groups.
Mozzies runs for about an hour for the younger children. The purpose is to provide them with an introduction to beach safety, based on fun and games. Children still get wet, but don’t have to tackle the surf like the older children.
Nippers – From 8 – 13 age group (see below)
Young Guns – Young adults 14+ can participate in the Young Gun program.
| AGE ON 30 SEPT 2024 | JUNIOR ACTIVITY AGE GROUP |
| 5 Years Old | Participate as Under 6 – Mozzies |
| 6 Years Old | Participate as Under 7 – Mozzies |
| 7 Years Old | Participate as Under 8 |
| 8 Years Old | Participate as Under 9 |
| 9 Years Old | Participate as Under 10 |
| 10 Years Old | Participate as Under 11 |
| 11 Years Old | Participate as Under 12 |
| 12 Years Old | Participate as Under 13 |
| 13 Years Old | Participate as Under 14 |
| 14 Years Old | Participate in Young Guns |
For example, if your child is born on the 10 September 2013, they are age 9 on the 30 September 2022 and will be in under 10. If you child is born 10 December 2013, they are age 8 on the 30th Sept 2022 and will be in under 9.
Working with Children Checks
All members of the age of 18 will require to hold a current Working with Children Check. Safeguarding children and young people is everyone’s business. Life Saving Victoria and affiliated clubs need to fully comply with the Child Safe Standards from 1 January 2017.
It is imperative that we provide a safe and supportive environment for children and young people and, because of the nature of our Club facilities Bancoora SLSC require ALL members aged 18 and over (despite contact with children under 18) to hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC). WWCCs are free for volunteers and last for 5 years.
Apply for and manage your Working with Children Check with Service Victoria: HERE
Teachers registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) please complete a Teacher Notification form through Service Victoria: https://www.service.vic.gov.au/services/teachers-notifications