2019/2020 Season Handbook

2019/2020 Season

Handbook

“The Green Book”

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ...... 3

CLUB STRATEGIC PLAN ...... 5

PATROLS ...... 7

JUNIOR SURF PROGRAMME ...... 9

ROOKIES ...... 23

SENIOR SURF SPORTS ...... 25

CLUB GEAR ...... 28

CLUB UNIFORM ...... 29

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ...... 30

CLUB COMMUNICATIONS ...... 31

OPERATING THE CLUB...... 32

PRIZE GIVING ...... 35

APPENDIX 1 – CONTACT DETAILS...... 36

APPENDIX 2 – CLUB FAIR PLAY CHARTER ...... 38

APPENDIX 3 - SURF SPORTS RULES ...... 40

OUR SPONSORS ...... 40

Introduction In updating this edition of the handbook acknowledgment is made of the previous work and contributions of Graeme Marshall and Vivienne Bickley. “Taylors Mistake/Te Onepoto” (Te Onepoto - meaning Short Beach) The exact timing and reason for the adoption of the name, Taylors Mistake, has been open to some debate and has become somewhat of a legend. There are varying accounts of ships that have mistaken the Bay for Lyttelton. These vessels, which include the Volga (1858), Chrysolite (1861) and the Gwalior (1853), all had a Mr Taylor on board in some capacity. The Volga and Chrysolite, as well as a smaller vessel captained by John Vincent (1857) all seem to have lost their way near the Bay. The Gwalior at least, seemed to know where it was going although it had other issues. The first Captain, a Mr Davidson (“at the time in a state of delirium tremens”), threw himself overboard en route from New South Wales and the mate, a Mr Taylor took over to bring the vessel into Lyttelton in April 1853. However, it is unlikely that the Volga, Chrysolite or the vessel captained by Vincent led to the naming of the Bay as some excellent detective work (refer “Guardians of the Mistake”) has revealed that it was known as Taylors Mistake as early as 1853 (prior to the arrival of the vessels mentioned above). It was named that way in the Southern Provinces Almanac as "Taylors Mistake sometimes mistaken for Sumner Bay". The Gwalior however, having arrived in 1853, can not yet be fully eliminated! The first Europeans are reported to have camped at Taylors Mistake in the early 1890's. Dwellings were commenced in the late 1890's, and a dozen baches were reported to have been setup in 1910 alone. The development of the Surf Life Saving Club, in 1916, can be linked back to those early bach dwellers. During the war most of the homes in the bay were requisitioned for army accommodation. Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club has been fortunate in the traditions established by the founding members, and those subsequent members who have carried on those traditions. These traditions, along with the unique environment - big surf and strong tides - and a fine record in almost every activity of surf lifesaving and community service,

mean that we can with pride, claim a place among the great Surf Life Saving Clubs of this country. In terms of surf sports, our club has a strong record, with the pinnacle being the winning of the big one – the Alan Gardner Trophy (Best overall club in the National Championships) in 1980. While a few years have gone by, even now we have athletes achieving National Titles at competitions, a legacy that we can be proud of. We also excel at lifeguarding, winning the Canterbury Patrol Competition on a number of occasions in the last ten years. Our Rookie lifeguards follow in the footsteps of their senior counterparts, also winning the Rookie Teams Challenge on numerous occasions. The combination of excellence in patrol and surf sports means that our athletes and lifeguards are well respected and sought after. There is a great sense of camaraderie within our team and our members are proud to say they belong to Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club. Above all, our club’s strength lies in its members, and all those that put their time and effort into the upkeep and management of the club. Without this strong community spirit, we wouldn’t enjoy our weekends down at the beach quite as much.

Welcome from the president It is my pleasure to welcome you all to another season of surf lifesaving. As you know our primary purpose is to save lives in Taylors Mistake Bay, and we have some of the regions most qualified and experienced lifeguards to ensure public safety at the beach over the summer months. Over the winter, our lifeguards have been refreshing and growing their skill sets by attending training and development courses under the guidance of Luke Smith, our Lifeguard Support Officer. Further training opportunities in the early part of the season are in the pipeline. This season we are fortunate to have Patrice de Beer and Ian Rae as our Patrol Operations Managers. We also have a new approach to the Patrol rostering system thanks to our lifeguarding team and this has been positively received. I wish our Lifeguards all the best on their patrols this season. A number of our lifeguards have been training over the winter on various forms of craft in readiness for the Surf Sports competitions that lie ahead. With a solid training schedule in place for the season, led by coach Dave Smith, we should see some excellent results. Our IRB Manager Anthony Nunnick will also be coordinating a comprehensive

IRB training schedule, and we would like to see more growth in this area. Good luck to all our competitors. I would also like to wish the Junior Surf section of the club all the best for the coming season. For the future of the club, it is imperative that the Junior Surf Programme performs well. After such a successful season last year, we are thrilled to have Kathryn Newbery and Carrie Worthington coordinating this area of the club again. I know that they have put in a huge amount of preparation for this season. Our Management Committee is filled with highly skilled, hard-working members, who devote endless hours to the club, and I know that the club is in very good hands because of this team. I would also like to acknowledge every members’ contribution to the club and to our wider community, you are all so valued and your efforts are very important to the continued success of the club. I hope you all have an enjoyable time on the beach this season. Viv Bickley, President

Club Strategic Plan TMSLSC works within the framework of a strategic plan aligned to that of SLSNZ. During the winter of 2018 the Club undertook a strategic review of its membership, lifeguarding, sport, communication and marketing, and resources and structure. From this review priorities and actions were agreed on which will improve recruitment and retention, training and development, communication and resources. Vision Saving lives in our community while developing leaders and champions. Purpose As an affiliated club of Surf Life Saving New Zealand, Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club is committed to developing its members with the skills and experience necessary to prevent drowning and injury on and around its beaches. Values • High standards of governance and transparency. • Responsiveness to the needs of our community and our members. • Operating with integrity, equity and accountability. • Innovation and constantly improving our services. 5

• Operating as a team. Strategic Priorities • Save lives. • Develop Leaders and Champions • Engage Communities • Be Sustainable Leading to Outcomes of • A vibrant, active surf lifesaving club • Capability of operational excellence • Credibility as a frontline rescue organisation and as a sport • Sustainability for the Club and the movement • A greater presence in prevention and education

Patrols Surf lifeguards strive to prevent death from drowning by proactive patrolling techniques which include ‘preventative actions’ (preventing a potential life-threatening situation) and saving lives through rescues. As well as rescues and preventative actions, lifeguards are also called upon for medical emergencies / first aids, search and rescue operations and after hour call outs to aid the Police and the Civil Defence where required. Taylors Mistake provides surf patrols on the beach and assists with Sumner Lifeboat rescues on the headlands. The patrol is coordinated by the Patrol Captain, who is responsible for the coordination of ensuring the safety of beach goers. Unlike untrained citizens who may bravely or impulsively respond to an unexpected emergency, lifeguards are specially prepared to prevent, anticipate, and respond to emergencies in and around the aquatic environment. Most lifeguards who spend any significant time on the beach will perform countless lifesaving acts with little recognition or expectation thereof. It is, after all, the basic job of a lifeguard to help to ensure that those who visit our beaches return home alive and uninjured. Not all accidents can be prevented, but throughout New Zealand well trained Lifeguards rescue hundreds of people from drowning each year and perform many times that number of preventative actions to intervene before emergencies develop. Red and yellow flags indicate the safe swimming areas that are patrolled by lifeguards. Lifeguards have assessed this area as the safest area for you to swim. Lifeguards will monitor the beach between the red and yellow flags, from the deck and by roving patrols when needed on foot. The IRB (Inflatable Recue Boat) will also be available as needed during patrol. If you are interested in becoming an active patrol member please contact the Patrol Managers for further information.

Patrol Roster Voluntary club patrols are rostered on every weekend of the patrol period as well as public holidays including Show Day, Waitangi Day and if a public holiday occurs on the weekend days then this will be patrolled by volunteer Lifeguards. It is the responsibility of the team members to ensure that they attend all patrols as required. This season we are trying a member-centred approach to the lifeguard roster to engage our lifeguards more effectively and ensure we have the best lifeguard team present on any given weekend. If you are unable to attend a patrol, it is your responsibility to organise a suitable substitute, with the same or similar qualifications and experience and to notify your Patrol Captain and the Patrol Managers of the change. If you are a designated IRB driver or crewman, you must arrange a suitably qualified replacement prior to the weekend of patrol. Note – If a patrol team does not front for a designated patrol it is in breach of our Club Support Agreement with SLSNZ. The Club can be penalised in a number of ways including not being able to participate at the various “Nationals” competitions. Patrol Dates Public Holidays 15 November 2019 (Show Day) & 6 February 2019 (Waitangi Day) On Weekends 16 November 2019 – 15 March 2020 (maybe extended depending on weather). Saturday 1 pm to 5 pm Sunday 11 am to 5 pm Note that these are minimum patrol hours. Clubs may extend these hours if there is sufficient demand from beach-goers. Regional Guard Service 16 December 2019 – 31 January 2020, Monday – Friday 10am - 6pm Week-day patrols during the school holidays are run by the Regional Lifeguard service who are employed by SLSNZ. If you come to the club during these hours, please make yourself known to the lifeguards as they are not guaranteed to be from Taylors Mistake SLSC. They may be uncertain about whether you are able to use club gear or not, so just a friendly hi and letting them know who you are helps them continue to provide their excellent service.

Upcoming Lifeguard Courses in Christchurch Note: more may become available throughout the season Date Event 18 Oct – 20 Oct 19 Pre-Hospital Emergency Care First Aid 19 Oct 19 First Aid Level 1 03 Nov 19 Surf Lifeguard Award Exam #1 09 Nov 19 First Aid Level 2 08 Dec 19 Surf Lifeguard Award Exam #2 16 Jan 20 Surf Lifeguard Award Exam #3 20 Feb 20 Surf Lifeguard Award Exam #4 07 Mar 20 Christchurch Intermediate Lifeguard School 19 Mar 20 Surf Lifeguard Award Exam #5 21 Mar 20 Christchurch Rookie Competition 28 Mar 20 Southern Region Patrol Championships

Junior Surf Programme Coordinators Carrie Worthington 027 305 4111 [email protected] (Coaching) Kathryn Newbery 027 676 6100 [email protected] (Admin)

Welcome! Our Junior Surf programme focuses on having fun, gaining water confidence and learning how to be safe in the surf.

Following the skills and knowledge framework designed by Surf Life Saving New Zealand, the Taylors Mistake Junior Surf Programme provides an engaging environment in which children participate in a variety of age and ability appropriate running, swimming and board activities each week.

Whilst building their surf skills, the children make strong friendships and our hope is that by the time they reach the end of the junior programme

and enter the senior section of the club, they are actively engaged in both the competitive and / or lifeguarding aspects of Surf Life Saving.

Developing lifesaving skills is fundamental to what we do as a club, and the Junior Surf programme runs into our Rookie Lifeguard programme, which members can participate in from the age of 13. Rookies are placed on patrols and are overseen by the patrol captain who ensures that they learn the ropes of patrolling our beach. This is great preparation for when juniors turn 14 and are able to sit their Surf Lifeguard Award Exam to become a qualified surf lifeguard.

As well as producing some outstanding lifeguards, Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club has an impressive history in the competition arena and we strongly recommend all juniors try at least one carnival during the season. Whilst this is not compulsory, participating in a carnival does help to develop water confidence at different beaches and gives children the opportunity to use the skills they have learnt in training. Carnivals also generate a great Taylors Club spirit and are lots of fun!

We are very much a family club and encourage everyone to get involved. Many of our parents have enjoyed developing their own water confidence and have gone on to gain their own Surf Lifeguard Award. Please contact us if you are interested in finding out more about this.

Please note that while the Junior Surf programme focuses on water skills and building water confidence, it is not a learn-to-swim programme. Swimming is fundamental to surf lifesaving and we strongly encourage our juniors to improve their swimming through regular lessons and training. If parents are looking to develop their children’s swimming skills a good training session is with the Canterbury Amateur Swim Club, Christ’s College pool, Tuesday nights.

Safety:

IMPORTANT – Medication

If your child has a medical condition that requires medication or immediate attention you must notify the junior surf coordinators. Medication must be kept with the child at all times. The administration of this is the responsibility of the parent and child.

Water Safety:

The junior coordinators and the safety officer will assess sea conditions prior to every session so that activities appropriate to the weather, size of waves, availability of adult helpers and children’s skill level can be planned for the day. Because we make safety the top priority, there may be occasions when we do not allow children to enter the water and do beach activities instead.

We adhere to a strict ratio of 1 adult for every 5 children during water activities and we rely heavily on our Taylors Mistake parents to accompany juniors into the water and actively supervise. You do not need to be a trained lifeguard to do this, but it is important that you are a confident swimmer and are happy to be in the water. If there are insufficient parents for this ratio, the children are unable to do water based activities. Please bring your own wetsuit to all Junior Surf sessions so you can stay warm in the water and borrow one of the bright green adult rash vests to identify yourself as a supervisor.

If you have any concerns about your child's confidence and/or ability please see Ian or Carrie before they participate. It is important that parents are available for the briefing at the beginning of each session so that we can effectively communicate the plan for the morning and ensure all the children remain safe and have fun.

We require ALL children to sign in on their group clipboard at the beginning of each session. Children must be wearing their hi-vis vest and club beanie before signing in. At the end of every session, children will remove their club beanie and hand it to their parent. The parent or child will then sign out. This signals the end of the junior surf session and parents are now responsible for their children - not the junior surf coaches. If children are staying in the water, we highly recommend that they continue to wear their hi-vis vest.

We require parents / caregivers to remain present on the beach and be aware of their children during all training sessions and carnivals.

What can I expect on Sunday mornings in the Junior surf programme?

Sunday mornings at Taylors are for the whole family and are aimed at learning the fundamental skills of surf lifesaving. We start our session promptly at 10am with a briefing about general beach conditions and notices regarding upcoming carnivals and events. Please ensure your child is changed into their wetsuit and wearing their vest and beanie ready for the start of the session. The structured programme runs until approximately 11.15am. We encourage children and families to continue playing in the water after the end of Junior Surf if they wish and equipment will continue to be available for use whilst the lifeguards are on patrol. Please make sure all boards are returned to the gear shed / container after use.

Each week, children participate in a variety of land and water based activities where they gain confidence wading, swimming and board paddling at a level appropriate to their age and ability. Having fun, pushing yourself and building water confidence are emphasised. As they progress through the junior surf age groups, children learn the more advanced skills needed for competition and lifeguarding by undertaking greater swim and paddle distances as well as taking on more challenging surf conditions and learning rescue techniques, so it is important to gain confidence early on. Children will also gain experience of some of the events offered at competitions to help them prepare for carnivals should they wish to compete.

Junior Surf sessions finish up with a sausage sizzle, a chance to refuel and catch up with other families. Sausages are $2 each and all funds raised help support the athletes attending the Oceans competition in Mount Maunganui at the end of the season. Sausages (cooked by parents on a roster) are available from about 11.15 until they run out! There are showers and changing rooms at the club for families, and parents are welcome to use the kitchen to make themselves a cuppa. Please ensure that mugs are washed and dried after use and the kitchen area is left clean and tidy for the next person.

This year, our Junior Surf Programme commences on Sunday 3rd November and runs until Sunday March 8th. Please remember that there is no Junior Surf on Labour Weekend or Canterbury Anniversary Show Weekend. There is also no Junior Surf training at Taylors Mistake on Carnival days. See Calendar for full details of the Junior Surf programme this year.

Please note that we rarely cancel any training session but in the event of extreme weather, we will advise of cancellations on our Taylors Mistake Junior Surf Facebook group.

What should children wear and what do we need to bring on Sundays?

It is a requirement that all children wear their yellow or pink hi-vis club vest and beanie at every Junior Surf training session. This is compulsory. Any coloured togs may be worn along with wetsuits. Full wetsuits are highly recommended particularly in the cooler months before Christmas. Don’t forget sunscreen, coins for the sausage sizzle, a towel and a change of clothes!

Who are the midweek training sessions for?

In addition to the Sunday programme, we run training sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-7pm for children who are in the U11 to U14 age groups. The focus on these sessions is to develop board technique and fitness as well as swimming endurance in preparation for carnivals and lifeguarding, and we strongly encourage all juniors in these age groups to come along to these sessions to improve their skills. We ask that children who wish to attend these sessions make a commitment to attend at least one of the evenings each week and notify their coach if they are unable to attend for any reason. Note that children MUST have their 200m badge before attending midweek training.

These additional training sessions are not appropriate for U8-U10s unless directed by your coach.

How can parents get involved at training sessions?

We are very much a family club and encourage everyone to get involved with the Junior Surf Programme rather than use it as a ‘babysitting service’. The children love it when mum or dad are there with them on the beach and in the water. Many of our parents have also enjoyed developing their own water confidence and have gone on to gain the Surf Lifeguard Award themselves.

If water isn’t your thing, that’s OK! There are plenty of other ways to help out such as:

o Washing green vests after Junior Surf o Fundraising o Organising gear on the beach and in the sheds o Barbecuing sausages o Repairing boards and of course cheering and encouraging! Lifeguarding is all about volunteering and contributing to the team, and we are fortunate to have fantastic parents who help make Taylors Mistake the special club that it is. So if you have an idea that you think could work or some skills that you would like to offer, we would love to hear from you!

How do the age groups work?

Children participate in Surf Life Saving training and competitions in groups according to their age. The group they are in is determined by their age on 30th September 2019. E.g. If you are 8 on that date you will be in the Under 9s. If you are 12 on that date, you will be in the Under 13s. This is the age group you stay in for the whole season for carnivals. At training, groups may contain a mix of ages so that we can put similar abilities together.

Age at Sept 30th Age group for carnivals Sunday Groups 2019 Under 5s (not eligible to Pipis compete)* 5 and 6 U7 (not eligible to Octopus compete) * 7 U8 Turtles

8 U9 Penguins

9 U10 Marlins

10 U11 Composite groups of mixed ages based on 11 U12 SLS experience and ability: Level 1, Level 12 U13 2 and Level 3

13 U14

*As per SLSNZ rules, the minimum age for competing is 7 years. Therefore U7 members may only compete once they turn 7 during the season.

What is the “200m badge”?

Each year our Junior members are asked to do a 200m Safety Badge assessment. Children who are able to swim 200m under a target time of 7 minutes, followed immediately by continuously treading water for 1 minute will be awarded a cloth badge. This should be sewn onto their beanie so that it is visible to coaches at training and also to officials at carnivals. This year, there are several opportunities for children to complete their 200m badge assessment. Please choose any one of the following:

o For returning members - At Mac’s Swim School (54 Wickham St, Bromley) Saturday 19th October 1.45 – 3pm

o For new and returning members – Saturday 23 November 1pm to 2pm at Sumner Community Pool (Hardwicke St)

o With your child’s swim coach (e.g. Aquagym, Mac’s). Please provide a copy of the time with the coach’s signature to the Junior Surf Co-ordinators by November 24th.

SLSNZ require all Juniors to refresh their 200m badge every year so even if your child has their 200m badge, this needs to be assessed again this season.

Why do children need a 200m badge?

o SLSNZ requires all U11 to U14 athletes, wishing to compete in water events at carnivals, to have their 200m badge. Children in these age groups who have not gained their 200m badge will only be permitted to enter the land based events. ▪ U8 to U9 children do not require their 200m badge to enter carnivals as water events for these age groups are held within their depth. These children are welcome to attempt their 200m badge if they wish. ▪ U10s who have achieved their 200m badge are permitted to enter the ‘longer’ water events at carnivals, whilst U10s without their 200m badge take part in a shorter participation race within their depth. o Children must have completed their 200m badge in order to use a fibreglass board at Taylors. o Children must have completed their 200m badge in order to take foam boards / boogie boards out of their depth when training at Taylors.

Swimmers who not feel ready to attempt the full 200m will have the option of completing a 50m or 100m timed swim. Competent swimmers who can comfortably manage to swim 200m under 7 minutes may be given the opportunity of carrying on and completing a 400m timed swim. Throughout their final years at Junior Surf, children aim to build up to swimming 400m within under 9 minutes. This is the target time for the Lifeguard Award. Like all our Junior surf days, the 200m timed swim is to be an enjoyable activity, so please let your child know that their best effort is all we are asking.

What is a carnival and who are they for?

Carnivals are great fun! They are a chance to compete against athletes in the same age group from a number of other Canterbury Clubs in a range of beach, water, team and individual events. They also allow the children to experience conditions at different beaches and to meet up with friends in other clubs. We strongly recommend Juniors try at least one carnival in the season.

All juniors who are in the U8 to U14 age groups have the opportunity to compete for the Club in a number of Junior Surf carnivals throughout the season. As per SLSNZ rules, the minimum age for competing is 7 years. Therefore U7 members may only compete once they turn 7 years old during the season.

Interclub carnivals: The early season interclub carnivals are a great introduction to the competitive aspect of Surf Life Saving and offer a range of different events for example: beach flags, beach sprints, beach relays, board races, run-wade-run and run-swim-run races. The focus is very much on having fun and giving it a go. More information will be given about each carnival nearer the time.

Regional carnivals: The Canterbury Championships and Southern Region Junior Championships attract a large number of competitors from clubs all over South Island. A wide range of events are contested and there may be heats and semi-finals to qualify for depending on the number of participants. Athletes compete for individual medals and trophies, and trophies are also awarded to the Club with the highest number of points. The Southern Region Junior Championships alternate each year between Canterbury and Otago. The 2020 event will be held at New Brighton over two days.

Oceans’20: We have taken a small group of athletes up to compete in this 4 day National event for many years and plan to do the same in Feb 2020. Early in the season, we will hold a meeting for all parents and athletes interested in finding out more about attending Oceans. Juniors wishing to go to this event will be expected to make a regular commitment to training throughout the summer, including over the Christmas period, and to attend most carnivals during the season.

Other local events: Twilight Series During February, there is a local ‘Twilight Series’ held at Taylors Mistake. These Tuesday evening competitions are designed to provide additional training and racing experience for U11 to U14 athletes who 17

are traveling up to Mt Maunganui for ‘Oceans’. They are attended by a number of Canterbury Surf Lifesaving Clubs. Registration for Twilights is at 6pm, start at 6.30pm. Events contested will be Swim, Board and Diamond.

Manic Mini-Monster (Waimairi) Run by Waimairi SLSC this event is a lot of fun and once again aimed at getting Canterbury Juniors together for some race experience. It is open to all U12 to U14 athletes who have their 200m badge.

Junior Carnival dates 2019-2020

1 Dec 19 Junior Surf #1 U8 to Waimairi U14

21 Dec 19 Mini-Monster U12 to Waimairi U14

12 Jan 20 Junior Surf #2 U8 to Waikuku U14

4 Feb 20 Twilight Series #1 U11 to Taylors U14 Mistake

9 Feb 20 Canterbury Champs U8 to New Brighton U14

11 Feb 20 Twilight Series #2 U11 to Taylors U14 Mistake

15-16 Feb Southern Region Junior U8 to New Brighton 20 Championships U14

18 Feb 20 Twilight Series #3 U11 to Taylors U14 Mistake

27 Feb – 1 Oceans ‘20 U11 to Mt. Mar 20 U14 Maunganui

How much does a carnival cost?

There is no cost to the family of children entering local, regional or National carnivals as all competition entry fees are covered by TMSLSC. For National carnivals and carnivals outside the Christchurch area, travel, food and accommodation costs will be met by the family. When travelling out of town for carnivals, we try and stay together as a team, either camping or in large shared accommodation. This is a great experience for the children and lots of fun for the adults as well. In previous years we have had several successful fundraising events to allow costs to be kept to a minimum and we ask all our junior surf families to help support these.

What do children wear for a carnival?

Athletes will need to wear the following clothing to compete at carnivals: o black togs (not board shorts). These may be either plain black togs or the club togs that we have available for purchase on our website. o yellow hi-viz vest (pink vests no longer permitted for carnivals) o green and white club beanie.

Children will NOT be allowed to compete without a vest and beanie. Wetsuits are permitted for younger age groups and at certain carnivals, in accordance with Canterbury Surf Lifesaving rules. Specific wetsuit requirements are usually announced at the carnival briefing, so always bring one with you but older athletes should be prepared to compete without a wetsuit in the warmer months.

What can we expect when attending a carnival?

Carnivals run from approximately 8.30am to 1pm and although there is usually a planned programme of events, timings and order may change due to the conditions. It can be a long and busy day that does often involve a bit of waiting around! So come prepared for all weather conditions, with plenty of food and water and remember that even warm days can feel very cold for athletes when an easterly is blowing and they are in and out of the water many times! 19

Don’t forget to bring: o several towels o goggles / swim hat (if desired) o warm / windproof jacket o dry warm clothes o lots of food and water (more than you think) o cash for sausage sizzle / coffee cart o sunscreen o your own wetsuit o large plastic tub or box to keep all your gear in on the beach o And of course the TMSLSC uniform – togs, beanie and YELLOW hi-viz vest

How can parents help at carnivals?

At carnivals, parent help is essential for ensuring that the day runs smoothly for the whole team. Some of the ways you can help are:

o Loading and unloading all the boards on and off the trailer o Putting the Club tent up on the beach (used as a meeting point, for storing gear and as a place to rest and refuel between events) o Acting as age group manager for a small number of children – this involves ensuring the children are in the right place for their event at the right time, with the gear that they need, and making sure that they drink and eat enough during the day. This role is often a team effort among parents and is a great opportunity to get to know other families whilst watching your children participate! o Helping to run an ‘arena’ where certain events take place. Taylors Mistake SLSC usually runs a water arena for the younger age groups. This requires at least 1 ‘official’ to oversee marshalling, a starter, a results taker and at least 2-3 people in the water as ‘buoys’. All parents are asked to bring their own wetsuit and be prepared to take a turn in the water if needed.

Shout out for officials: We always need more parents trained as ‘officials’ who can help oversee events at carnivals – please get in touch if you are interested in attending this short course run by SLSNZ.

As you can appreciate, carnival days are busy but a lot of fun and there are only a small number of them each season. So once again, please step up and help out - the day runs more smoothly for everyone if we all pitch in together. And don’t panic! We will brief parents about what help is needed on the day.

What board is my child allowed to use?

The board used by a junior member is dependent on their age group and whether they have their 200m badge. For carnivals, this is determined by SLSNZ:

Age 200m Used at competition / carnivals group badge of Child required U8 No Boogie Board U9,U10 No Foam Sonic board U11, Yes Foam or Fibreglass Dolphins 8ft - U12 8ft10” U13,U14 Yes Foam or Fibreglass Dolphins up to 10ft6”

For training sessions at Taylors Mistake, U8s use boogie boards. U9s and U10s will use a mix of boogie boards and Foam Sonic boards. Most U11 to U14s will train on a fibreglass board but depending on experience may use the Foam Sonic boards whilst developing their skills. Children are only permitted to use the fibreglass boards once they have achieved their 200m badge.

When are children allowed to use the club boards?

Club boards are available to junior members at all Sunday morning and midweek training sessions. Appropriate boards will be brought to carnivals for each participant. Children may also use these club boards on Saturdays and Sundays during patrol hours. For the safety of your child and the longevity of our boards, please ensure your child only takes out the board that their coach has deemed suitable for them. 21

What are my responsibilities when using club gear?

Please treat all club gear with care and respect, particularly the boards. Carry them, don’t drag them on the beach, and control them accordingly in the ocean. Whenever a child uses a board, he / she is responsible for rinsing off the sand and salt water and returning it to the storage container. Please encourage all children to do this.

Accidents with the boards do happen so if you do ding or damage a board, please tell the coaches or junior surf coordinators as soon as possible so that repairs can be arranged. Please do not just put a damaged board back on the rack, as water can get inside the board with repeated use, and this does further damage that can be harder to repair.

Children in U11-U14 age groups, who are planning on training and competing regularly over the summer, will be allocated a specific fibreglass board to use throughout the season. There is a charge for the use of allocated boards and this will be invoiced by the Club.

Where do I buy the uniform?

Black Taylors Mistake logoed togs, green and white club beanies and yellow hi-viz vests are available from our uniform shop on our website. Other items such as Club T-shirts, hoodies and backpacks can also be purchased. With the aim of keeping costs down, juniors are permitted to wear plain black togs for carnivals but please, no board shorts.

Wetsuits can be purchased from any surf retailer. Ask your coach if you need any advice on the best type of wet suit. We gratefully accept donations of second hand wetsuits and have a range of these available for cash sales every Sunday. All proceeds will go to help support the Oceans’ athletes attending Nationals.

Rules and fair play guidelines Junior surf sports rules and the Taylors Mistake fair play guidelines can be found in Appendix 2 and Appendix 3 respectively.

We hope that your family enjoys the 2019 / 2020 Junior Surf Season. Please do not hesitate to ask Carrie or Kathryn if you are

unsure about anything. Remember to keep up to date with what is going on by joining the Taylors Mistake Junior Surf Lifesaving Facebook group. We look forward to seeing you on the beach!

Rookies The Concept of the Rookie Lifeguard Programme The majority of surf lifesaving clubs in the New Zealand operate a Junior Surf division catering for children from the seven to the thirteen-year age group. At fourteen, they are eligible to become active lifesavers and at times some clubs have difficulty in keeping these members during the transition period from Junior to Senior ranks. To counteract this loss in membership, the Surf Lifesaving Southern Region has implemented a “Rookie Lifeguard Programme” within all clubs. It is hoped that by targeting, and then preparing these young club members in advance, through lifeguarding and social development, that this retention problem will be overcome. The Rookie Lifeguard Programme has been developed to incorporate junior members into the patrolling environment. It is not an extension of the Junior Surf Programme. Aims of the Rookie Lifeguard Programme • Provide a smooth transition and ready flow of active members from Junior Surf ranks by providing a programme of practical lifesaving development for them. The target age group is 13- year olds. • Involve and encourage respective parents to become involved in both active service and administration at club level. • Develop strong ties between senior and junior Members as a result of involvement in this programme.

Club patrols will become more efficient as patrol members become involved with the development of juniors whilst on patrol. Requirements: • Complete all modules in the Rookie Manual and get them signed off. • Complete 20 hours on patrol.

Designated rookie mentors will be assigned on every patrol. Rookies will work with their mentor to achieve the requirements above. More information can be obtained from the club Rookie Coordinator. Rookies must wear their allocated blue and white uniforms when on patrol but must not actively participate in any rescues for safety reasons. Rookie Teams Challenge Four members of the rookie programme are selected to compete against other Canterbury rookies in the Rookie Teams Challenge, held on Saturday, 21 March 2020. Rookies will be judged on their resuscitation, first aid, running and swimming ability, theory, and patrolling. Taylors Mistake has a history of being very strong in this competition. Rookie of the Year One rookie from each club will be chosen by their respective club to compete for the title of Rookie of the Year. Again, rookies will be tested on their resuscitation, first aid, swimming ability, and theory. The Rookie of the Year Competition will also be held on the 21 March 2020.

Senior Surf Sports Introduction The Seniors cover the U16, U19 and Open categories. The age anniversary for eligibility for the age group categories is midnight 30 September. In 2016 Taylors Mistake Surf Lifesaving Club celebrated 100 years of serving the local community. Surf Life Saving is a great way to make life-long friends and enjoy an active lifestyle. The SLSNZ logo says it all: “In It for Life”. Taylors Mistake has a long and proud record as both a competitive club and as a provider of qualified lifeguards. There have been many very talented athletes involved in the club over the years. In surf sports, Taylors Mistake members have won national and world championship titles and competed in the New Zealand Surf League Series. In the past we have particularly excelled in team events, such as the Taplin Relay at the National Championships, and usually perform better when there’s a bit of a wave running. As part of the senior surf sports programme, we also have several inflatable rescue boat (IRB) teams that train and compete in IRB races throughout the season. If you would like to know more about gaining your IRB crewman or driver qualifications, please contact the IRB coordinator or the Lifeguard Support Officer. The Club encourages members to gain these qualifications, not only for lifeguarding purposes but also to become part of the IRB racing team. The main competitions for seniors are: K-day; Canterbury Champs; Eastern and Southern Regional Champs; and the NZ National Champs. The Kesteven Cup Day is an important local competition, with some tradition associated with it. As Taylors Mistake is the custodian of “K Day”, we fervently aim to win the biggest race of the day: the 5-leg relay (Kesteven Cup Trophy), and the Oliver Turpin Trophy, awarded on overall club points. The main specific IRB events that our IRB racing teams compete in are the Southern Region IRB Champs and the NZ IRB Nationals. We encourage our Senior Club members to help on the beach with the coaching and mentoring of younger lifeguards, in order to promote the “One Club” philosophy. We also support this philosophy by encouraging the interaction of lifeguards of all ages. Most of the ski/board/beach/ironman/swim and IRB training sessions are held at 25

Taylors Mistake beach over the summer months. Training sessions are run by the club and are coached by experienced older members. During the winter, the most dedicated lifeguards will train with other clubs and squads, usually paddling kayaks, running and swimming. Our elite athletes are expected to train twice a day, swimming or running in the morning, and then participating in board, ski, or ironman training in the evening. The younger members are expected to train 6-8 times per week, depending on the particular discipline(s) they are training to compete in. Ultimately, training and competing are designed around keeping our lifeguards fit and enhancing their surf skills. The Club training programme will be posted on the website. Coaching courses of varying levels are offered through Canterbury Surf Life Saving, and we encourage current and potential coaches to attend these.

Competitions These are scheduled on the SLSNZ website go to: https://www.surflifesaving.org.nz/clubhouse then https://teamup.com/ksvs76jvyzxizkzyin for all Canterbury events. Events listed at date of printing are as follows: Date Event Location 11-13 Oct 19 New Zealand Pool Championships Auckland 12 Oct 19 Round the Bays #1 Naval Point 19 Oct 19 Round the Bays #2 Naval Point 26 Oct 19 St Clair White Island St Clair 2 Nov 19 Quail Island Classic Naval Point 16-17 Nov 19 Rarangi Carnival Blenheim 23 Nov 19 Taylors to Sumner Taylors Mistake 30 Nov 19 Interclub #1 Waimairi 7 Dec 19 Interclub #2 Spencer Park 14 Dec 19 Mount Monster Mt. Maunganui 14-15 Dec 19 Canterbury Champs New Brighton 18-19 Jan 20 Nelson Carnival Nelson 19 Jan 20 Training Day Taylors Mistake 24-26 Jan 20 Eastern Region Championships Mt Maunganui 26 Feb 20 Christchurch IRB Long-haul Christchurch 8 Feb 20 K-Day Taylors Mistake 22-23 Feb 20 Southern Region Championships Waikouaiti 12-15 Mar 20 SLSNZ Nationals Gisborne 21 Mar 20 Southern Region IRB Championships Waikouaiti 16 Dec 18 Southern Region Patrol Champs Christchurch 4-5 Apr 20 IRB Nationals Ruakaka

Club Gear The club gear (boards, skis, etc) is provided for the use of club members. The club is continually balancing the demands of updating equipment against our financial resources. Due to the demanding environment in which surf equipment operates it tends to be reasonably expensive to purchase and to maintain. To maximise the use we can get from any particular piece of equipment, we ask that they are treated with care and respect. In this way the equipment will last longer and will enable the club to buy newer higher performance equipment on a more regular basis. Please use your common sense and treat the equipment as your own and it will serve you and the club well. Gear Contract All athletes that are specifically allocated (see below) club gear (skis/boards) will be required to complete a Gear Contract. The contract outlines the expectation of the club for the use and care of the equipment. A fee per piece of equipment (ski/board/paddle) will be charged to aid the club in continuing to maintain and provide members with high quality equipment. Senior Gear Senior Club Gear is allocated to specific competitors at the beginning of the season as per the gear allocation policy. In summary, gear is allocated based on performance from the previous season, dedication to training, and also work members have done for the club. There is also a small pool of general senior club gear that may be used by club members. However, before any gear may be used you must check with the senior club gear manager. Damage to competitors’ skis and boards has occurred in the past, which has prevented these members from competing. Please respect these rules. If in doubt do not use the senior club gear. Damaged gear If the gear is damaged the board or ski must be removed from the water immediately. Advise the Gear Manager or one of the coaches. The damage will be assessed. If possible, we will use a waterproof tape as a temporary repair otherwise the item is not to be used until repaired properly. Any damage to the equipment must be reported to the Gear Manager. The Gear Manager will make an appraisal of the damage and will decide on $ appropriate method of repair. All repairs are to be 28

arranged by the Gear Manager. There is a variety of equipment, which requires different repair procedures. Gear that is repaired by an unauthorized repairer will not be covered by the club. The general rule is that gear damaged in competition will be covered by the club, while gear damaged in training or elsewhere will be covered by the individual. However, this will be at the discretion of the head coach, gear manager and club captain on a case by case basis. Rules for gear use – IMPORTANT • Handle and carry the equipment correctly. Do NOT drag any boards – carry them. • Standing on the boards is NOT permitted. • Use gear in designated areas, not near the rocks or around swimmers. • Boards and skis are not be used in patrolled areas, between the flags is for swimming only. • Don’t leave boards out in the sun for prolonged periods. • Take all precautions necessary when transporting the equipment. If you are putting boards on a roof rack they must have padding. Many of the expensive repairs could have been avoided this season by using board bags and padding. • When you have finished - wash the equipment after use and put it away. • Taylors Mistake Surf gear is not to be lent to non-club members. • No gear is to be taken away from the club without approval of the Gear Manager.

Club Uniform Our new club shop is live where you are able to purchase club beanies, togs, hi-vis vests and clothing which is to be worn at trainings and competitions when representing Taylors Mistake SLSC, for more information check out taylorsmistake.ecwid.com or contact Luke Smith on [email protected]

Leadership Opportunities Taylors Mistake prides itself on the leaders it has helped develop and had them contribute to the Club. The Club's vision as shared with SLSNZ is to "save lives in our community while developing leaders and champions". While various sections of this handbook address the life guarding aspects of keeping beaches safe for swimmers the Club is also focused on the personal development of its life guards as leaders and champions, not only of the Club but also in the community. There are a number of pathways for personal development and leadership available to lifeguards to consider and apply for. SLSNZ graphically describes them in the diagrams in the following links https://www.surflifesaving.org.nz/lifeguarding/lifeguard-pathway, and https://www.surflifesaving.org.nz/sport/sports-pathway Not only are these beneficial as club members and lifeguards, but there are great opportunities to learn and develop skills that can be applied in everyday life, as well as being helpful when applying for jobs or potential university scholarships. These include:

BP Leaders for Life The BP Leaders for Life programme emphasises the development of leaders at a local level who are skilled at working collaboratively with, and through, others to build and sustain Surf Life Saving in New Zealand. This programme is part of a national strategy to support a wide range of leadership development activity for members right across the Surf Life Saving community. The courses consists of 5 face to face workshops over a year long period, with a collaborative group project with other candidates around New Zealand to work on throughout this period. For more information visit: https://www.surflifesaving.org.nz/education/member-education/bp- leaders-for-life Outward Bound Scholarships SLSNZ also offer Outward Bound scholarships to surf lifesaving club members to attend either an 8 day, or 21 day course. Outward Bound is an adventure-based experience located in Anakiwa, Marlborough Sounds, that uses the outdoors to challenge participants mentally and physically. People from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, abilities and ages attend Outward Bound. The aim of Outward Bound is to build relationships with community organisations whose mission aligns with that of Outward Bound, and to support them in helping their community. 30

Club Communications

The Club has a number of ways in which it communicates with its members, including email, Facebook and messenger groups and our website. Please ensure that we have your correct contact details and let us know if these change during the season.

Website If you have not already done so, take a look at our brand new website: www.taylorsmistake.com. You will see a number of new features including an events calendar, online registration options and our uniform shop. In addition, there is a members’ section. Access to this is password protected. This season’s password is: teonepoto Please do not pass this on to non-members.

Facebook Head to Facebook to stay in touch with what is happening in different parts of the Club throughout the season: Club Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/taylorsmistakeslsc/

Junior Surf Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459489024502696/

Patrol Swaps Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/179120968949555/

Senior Sports Group: “Green Machine Training” https://www.facebook.com/groups/577167072794197/

Taylors Mistake / Te Onepoto historic baches: https://www.facebook.com/taylorsmistakebaches/

Operating the Club The Management Committee The Management committee is responsible for determining strategies, policies, and financial arrangements of and for the club. The committee operates as per the club constitution and meets a minimum of once per month. To view the club constitution, please visit the club website. To contact any of the committee members please see Appendix 1. Help Required As with most clubs, the club is always in need of people to help. If you would like to help, please see the coaches or Committee Members. You can contact them using the information provided in this booklet or simply chat to them on the beach. They would be more than happy to talk to you about how you can help. Financing the Club TMSLSC generates income through a mix of membership fees, income from two Trusts set up for the benefit of the Club as well as grants and donations. Membership fees alone fall well short of the cost of running the club and the club relies heavily on the income from the trusts as well as grants and sponsorship. As with many clubs keeping the club in a good financial state is a difficult task and the club is indebted to the work of the trustees of both trusts who have had the foresight and wisdom to put in place mechanisms which will endeavour to keep the club financially viable in the future. Membership Fees Annual membership fees are as follows: Junior surf $75.00 (1 child only under 14) extra child $25 U16/U19 $70 (1 child only U16/U19) extra child $35 Senior $110 Social $40

PATROL $40

A further option exists where members can donate to the trust in lieu of paying the membership subscription. It works as follows: “Either individually or as a family, if you donate $200 you will not be required to pay subscriptions to the Club that year. As our Trust has IRD 32

approval, you will be eligible for a tax rebate of one third or $67, meaning a net outlay to you of $133. With active Senior subs $110 and family subs $120, this means for an extra $23 or $13, respectively, the Trust/Club actually benefits by $400, that is your $200 plus matching funds of $200. Even if you are not a family or an active Senior, we would welcome your consideration of a $200 donation in lieu of your subs as well.” Trusts The club is extremely fortunate to have the foresight of a number of long serving members who have set up two trusts to help secure the future financial viability of the club. They are the: “Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Trust” (TMSLST) and “The Taylors Mistake Rescue Trust” (TMRT) The TMSLST is a charitable trust that was originally set-up so that members, friends and associates could lend money (interest fee) to the Trust for a 5-year period. The Trust would then invest the money in bank deposits and the interest generated would be paid to the club as the primary beneficiary. The fund has now been slightly re-arranged to allow donations for investment for the benefit of the club. The donations must be retained as capital funds and only the income received is to be used by the club. With active senior subs $110 and family subs at $120 this means that for an extra $23 or $13 from you respectively the Trust/Club benefits by the full $200 or an extra $67. The activities to which the funds are to be used include; rescue equipment, club house maintenance, junior surf development and training for lifeguard qualification. The TMRT initially was a matching funds Trust that was set up in response to a very specific situation. A member, John Powell, pledged up to $500,000 in matching funds for any permanent donations we can secure for the TMSLST. This was an incredibly generous offer and has been fulfilled, and at 31 March 2018 the Capital Funds were $702,934. Over the past 15 years, between them, both these Trusts have contributed $595,378 of income to Club to use for its Life Saving activities. Benefactors such as this are few and far between these days and it behoves the club to make every effort to maximise this opportunity and

we need to consider how we raise the profile of this with members and the community. Grants The club also makes application to numerous organisations e.g. Lotteries Board etc for grants. We acknowledge their contribution later in this handbook. Membership Protection Policy Surf Lifesaving New Zealand and its affiliated clubs are committed to the health and safety and well-being of all its members and is dedicated to providing a safe environment for all those participating in surf lifesaving activities. The SLSNZ Board of Directors continues its support of the development of specific procedures and processes for addressing membership protection, in accordance with Surf Lifesaving New Zealand policies and the laws of New Zealand. As such, SLSNZ requires every club member, parent helper and coach to fill out a SLSNZ membership form. In doing so you will be able to enjoy the benefits offered by the membership, i.e. receiving qualifications, competing in regional and national events and liability insurance cover. Team Selection Individuals selected to compete for Taylors Mistake at the following events will be selected as per the club team selection policy. New Zealand Ocean Athlete New Zealand National Surf Life Saving Championships New Zealand National IRB Championships In summary, individuals will be selected based on performance at specifically defined events throughout the season. Selection will also be based on dedication, and training attendance. Senior selections will be made by the Club Captain, and the athlete’s coaches. Junior selection will also involve the junior surf programme coordinators.

Please see the website for more information.

Prize Giving Always a season highlight with certificates, medals and trophies. Dates and times will be posted on the website. This event is usually held in late April or May.

Appendix 1 – Contact Details Club contacts Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club P.O. Box 1120 Christchurch 8140 Ph: 326-6771 www.taylorsmistake.com Patron Jim Turpin [email protected] 022 653 5775

President Viv Bickley [email protected] 021 206 5052

Treasurer Jim Turpin [email protected] 022 653 5775

Club Captain Tisha Bradley [email protected] 027 254 7908 Jamieson

Patrol Operations Patrice de Beer [email protected] 021 022 77661 Managers Ian Rae [email protected] 021 190 4040

Health and Safety Mike Smith [email protected] 027 437 4963 Manager

IRB Coordinator Anthony [email protected] 027 384 3730 Nunnick

Junior Surf Kathryn [email protected] 027 676 6100 Coordinators Newbery Carrie [email protected] 027 305 4111 Worthington

Coaching Craig Goldsmith [email protected] 021 243 6187 Coordinator

Building Mike Hartwell [email protected] 029 355 1427 Coordinators Malcom McClurg [email protected] 027 249 3513

Uniform Luke Smith [email protected] 027 585 3769 Coordinator

Gear Coordinator Tisha Bradley- [email protected] 027 254 7908 Jamieson Dave Smith [email protected] 027 407 0779

Events Matt Ellis [email protected] 027 447 1761 Coordinator

Sponsorship Matt Ellis [email protected] 027 447 1761 Coordinator

Club Administrator Adrian Mouldey [email protected] 027 358 6531

Lifeguard Support Luke Smith [email protected] 027 585 3769 Officer

Committee: Viv Bickley, Jim Turpin, Tisha Bradley Jamieson, Malcolm McClurg, Mike Smith, Mike Hartwell, Anthony Nunnick, Matt Ellis, Kathryn Newbery, Carrie Worthington, Ian Rae, Patrice de Beer

Emergency services Sumner Lifeboat In the case of emergency Dial 111 Web: www.sumner-lifeboat.org.nz Police In case of emergency Dial 111 Central Station Phone: 363-7400 Ask for COMS

Appendix 2 – Club Fair Play Charter Good sport is about positive attitude. Play hard but play fair. Competitors will: • Play by the rules. • Never argue with an official. • Work hard to do his/her best at all times. • Be a good sport and recognise good athletes and good performances by all involved. • Remember to thank the officials, the opposition and supporters. • Help others when appropriate. • Avoid bullying, putting others down or using bad language. Officials will: • Control the event in a fair and positive manner. • Be consistent and fair in any decisions. • Modify the approach to suit the participant’s level of ability. • Help players understand the rules by explaining decisions where appropriate. • Try to ensure everyone enjoys the event. • Encourage fairplay and not tolerate foul play of any kind – always be firm and friendly. Coaches will: • Set personal behaviour standards for him/her and for those they coach/support. • Give each athlete the same amount of attention and time. • Never argue with the official or make excuses for losing and never cheat. • Always be positive. Never shout at or ridicule athletes. • Respect athlete’s efforts regardless of whether they have won or lost. • Encourage respect for the opposition and officials. • Keep winning & losing in perspective with personal challenge and enjoyment. • Give it heaps and not get ugly. Supporters will: 38

• Encourage their child, & other people’s children, in their efforts in sport. • Insist that their child competes within the rules and by the principles of fairplay. • Respect their child’s efforts the same regardless of whether s/he has won or lost. • Display self-control on the sideline. Be positive, never shout at or ridicule players. • Watch their child compete and let him/her enjoy the event. • Show their appreciation to people who volunteer their time, so their child can compete. • Remember that their child competes for his/her reasons and not their own. • Never place undue pressure on their child to compete or perform.

Appendix 3 - Surf Sports Rules

Senior and Junior competition rules are both outlined in the Surf Life Saving New Zealand ‘Surf Sport Competition Manual’ https://www.surflifesaving.org.nz/media/954662/SLSNZSurfSportComp etitionManual_9th-Edition-V2-_FINAL.pdf Our Sponsors The Club gratefully acknowledge the support of the following invaluable sponsors during the 2019/2020 season. Without their assistance our Club could not carry out its functions nor attempt to achieve the high standards in its endeavours.