Have you booked your tickets yet?
There’s already whispers of table rivalry! Join us on Saturday the 2nd of November for a night of fun and laughter with friends. Quiz , raffle, silent auction and other games to be held on the night. Tables of 10, drinks over the bar, BYO nibbles. Quiz to start at 7pm, bar open from 3pm. Get your tickets before tables sell out!
First Aid Course for new Bronzies
If you are part of the Bronze group that’s being assessed on October 19th, you’ll need to ensure you have completed a First Aid course prior to this.
Surf Life Saving SA is running a one day First Aid course on October 9th during the school holidays. You’ll need to get in quick though, as the course is likely to fill up fast.
For more information contact Surf Life Saving SA or Semaphore Instructor Heather Eckert at instructor@semaphoreslsc.com.au
Patrol Survey out with the chance to win!
Semaphore SLSC’s Patrol survey is out and we’re seeking feedback from you. It’s important for you to have a say about how you’d like Season 2019-2020 to look. A $50 voucher is up for grabs for the best comment too!
So head to the SURVEY to have your say.
Meantime, if you’ve missed a season or two and would like to rejoin the Patrol we’d love to have you on board. Contact our friendly Captain Andrew Edwards via email patrol@semaphoreslsc.com.au
Bronze Youth Training Opportunity
Calling all Youth Members of Semaphore SLSC that are keen to gain their Bronze Medallion. We are calling for expressions of interest for a possible course to be run in September/October at Semaphore.
Contact Heather by emailing instructor@semaphoreslsc.com.au to register your interest. Heather will then be in contact and provide further information.
Recruiting for 2019/20 Nipper Season
The 2019/20 Surf Season is fast approaching with junior training planned to kick off on Saturday 12th October 2019. As such we are looking for people to continue to be engaged, or become involved, in our Nipper program to assist in making this a successful season. If you have a child involved in the program then it’s a way to get actively involved. If you are a member that is no longer involved in Nippers you are still very welcome to re-engage with the Nipper Program where your skills and experience would be welcomed and greatly appreciated.
There are both official and non-official positions to be filled for all age groups. It is important to understand that all positions are being declared open so that any one of our many Members may nominate. The positions will be supported and there is also a wealth of resources from Surf Life Saving SA that can be made available to assist any new Age Group Managers with the role. You need no previous Surf Life Saving experience.
In addition we are requesting all members to consider taking on specialist coaching roles which would see them work with all the competition age groups (Under 8 to Under 13) intermittently during the season. We are happy to discuss your involvement and work around your schedules. We feel that you could make a huge impact in building our programme and improve our Nippers skills both for training, competition and as the next generation of Patrolling Members.
Open Roles
| Age Group Managers And Assistants | Specialist Coaches | Other Roles |
| Under 7 | Swim | Jnr Pool Co-ordinator |
| Under 8 | Board | Media – Photography |
| Under 9 | Flags | Competition Officials |
| Under 10 | Sprints | Child Protection Officers |
| Under 11 | Wading | Assist Jnr Surf Secretary |
| Under 12 | ||
| Under 13 |
If you would like to nominate for a role then please do so by e-mail to juniorsec@semaphoreslsc.com.au by 5pm Friday 16th August
The more participation from parents and club members we get, enhances the experience of our nippers.
PLEASE NOTE : We will be having a meeting to discuss the 2019/20 Season on Tuesday 20th August at Semaphore Surf Life Saving Club so if you are nominating please keep the date free.
Fundraising news
The club has some fantastic fundraising activities coming up. There’s the Quiz night Nov 2nd, the Semaphore St Fair Nov 24th and the Xmas Stocking Raffle.
We need your help to make these events a success. We are asking for any donations to fill the silent auction table at the Quiz night, stuff the stocking, and general prizes for upcoming Club events.
So, if you are a local business that could donate time, a bottle or two of wine (always popular with our punters), a wheel barrow or even a hair cut, we would greatly appreciate it.
Some examples of things donated in the past:
- 2 night stay at Carrickalinga
- Hair cuts
- Rounds of golf
- Bottles of Wine
- Sky Diving
- Tradesmen Hours, electrician and plumber
- Yoga/Pilates Classes
- Physiotherapy
- Clothing
- Meal Vouchers
- Coffee and Cake
If you would like to donate please contact Carmel Kenny on 0402 241 841 or email ckenny1962@gmail.com
11th Semaphore SLSC President elected
Former Club Captain Paul Breden has taken on the role of Club President at Semaphore SLSC, describing the election to the position as an honour and a privilege. He was formally announced as the Club’s new leader at the AGM on Sunday by outgoing President Mick Kenny.
Raelene Donnell continues as Vice President, while former Communications Officer Kate Newman is the new Secretary, Brad Clee the Treasurer and Andrew Edwards has stepped up to become Club Captain.
Heather Eckert continues as Chief Instructor, Craig Andrews is the new Senior Sports Officer and Ian Biggs remains the Junior Sports Officer. Alli Bampton continues in her role as Buildings and Facilities Officer, while Mick Jarvis has taken on Corporate and Community Relations Officer.
Other Club Officers announced:
- Club Vice Captain – Damien Puyenbroek
- Membership Registrar – Steph Breden
- Asset Control Officer – Heather Eckert
- IRB Coordinator – Mick Jarvis
- Boat Coordinator – Steve Sims
- Swim Coordinator – Sam Brown
- Board Coordinator – Sean McKenzie
- Beach Coordinator – Jeff Bampton
- Gym Coordinator – Todd Bampton
- Touring Team Manager – Michelle Richards
There are still a number of Officer positions available and we are encouraging members to consider one of these roles. No experience is necessary, simply a willingness to be a part of a dynamic team that is focused on moving the Club forward. Roles still vacant include:
- Patron
- Vice Patron
- Junior Surf Sports Secretary
- Senior Surf Sports Secretary
- Communications and Media Officer
- Youth Development Officer
- Apparel Officer
- Ski Coordinator
- Canteen Manager
- Inclusion Officer
If you would like to discuss any of these roles further please email secretary@semaphoreslsc.com.au
Meantime one of our former Presidents Neil Bisset was awarded a Life Membership, acknowledgement of his commitment to the Club and Surf Lifesaving SA.
The New Board of Management would like to thank Mick Kenny and the previous Board and Club Officers for their efforts during a time of great change and development.
Board Members are excited about the Club’s future and are committed to moving forward as a Family Club, bringing people together.
Female Youth IRB Crew Course
Semaphore SLSC is set to run a Female Youth IRB Crew Course.
An information session will be held Tuesday August 6th @ 6:30pm in the Club training room (will go for approx. 1 hour)
Participants must be 15 years old and above, be Bronze medal proficient and have their parent/guardian’s permission.
All sessions will be held on Saturday mornings from August 10th, 2019 starting at 8.30am and finishing by noon.
Assessment will take place on September 22nd, 2019.
Participants must attend at least 4 of the sessions.
There are only six positions available in this initial course. Another course will be run in late October.
For more information contact IRB Captain Mick Jarvis on 0403 329 204 or email maxsamus8@yahoo.com