Nippers in Bondi, 2026/27
The four local surf clubs list their 2026/27 Nippers season from Sunday 18 October. Sunday session times vary by club and age group, so use the club links below before making a plan.
Checked 15 October 2026 against the linked club and event organiser pages.
Bondi
Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club lists Sunday 18 October as the start and 21 March 2027 as the end, with a Christmas break. Its public page does not provide readable beach session times. Times not published; check with the club.
Bondi Nippers information · Calendar dates
North Bondi
North Bondi starts on Sunday 18 October. The club lists one session from 7:45am to 9am and another from 9am to 10:15am, with age groups assigned to each. Arrive times and age-group details are on the club's current calendar.
North Bondi calendar · Calendar dates
Bronte
Bronte starts all age groups on Sunday 18 October; Under 6s began on 11 October. Its draft timetable lists 8–9am for U6 and U9, 9–10am for U7, U10 and U11, and 10–11am for U8, U12 and U13. The club says the timetable is subject to change.
Bronte Nippers calendar · Calendar dates
Tamarama
Tamarama lists Sunday 18 October as its start, with Sunday beach sessions from 9am. Check its club calendar for the week you plan to attend and its registration page for available age groups.
Tamarama Nippers information · Calendar dates
Two November dates
The Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim is on Sunday 8 November 2026. The Waverley Shield Nippers carnival is listed for Sunday 15 November at North Bondi; the start time has not been published. Check your club's schedule for how those dates affect its regular session.
Swim listing · Waverley Shield listing
Common questions
When does Nippers start in 2026?
Bondi, North Bondi and Tamarama list Sunday 18 October 2026 as their season start. Bronte starts all age groups that day; its Under 6 group began on 11 October.
What age can join Nippers?
The clubs publish age groups from Under 6 upward. Children must have turned five to join. Check the chosen club's age and proficiency requirements before registering.
How do I register for Nippers?
Use the registration page of the club you want to join. Places, fees, parent membership and registration dates differ by club, and the club's current page controls availability.