If you’ve been reading our ANZA Nippers features in this magazine regularly, you’ve hopefully been left with the impression that this fabulous sports group which teaches surf awareness, beach safety, lifesaving and surf sports skills is the perfect combination of great exercise and tons of fun.

The reality is that our days on the beach, while great crack, are also serious training for the big end-of-year competition.

Each age group competes in five key disciplines and events: Sprint, Flags, Boards, Wade, and of course, Swim – and it’s taken very seriously by everyone.

The end-of-year competition for 2024 showcased a fierce spirit and skills that the children have picked up throughout the year, and the prize-giving ceremony on the last weekend of December gave everyone the chance to cheer one another on before heading to Ola Beach Club for a raucous few hours in the pool. We even had a visit from a very hot and sweaty Santa!

If all of this sounds like the best time ever, you can sign up now for this year’s ANZA Nippers, which will be split into two terms to make it easier for everyone. We’re looking forward to seeing you on the beach!

Sign up for ANZA Nippers at anza.org.sg/sports/nippers