Membership

The details set out in the Application for Membership Form are true and correct. If they change, I acknowledge that I am required to notify my Club of the changes, in writing, as soon as possible after they occur. I will be bound by the constitutions, regulations, policies, manuals, guidelines and reasonable directions of the Club, the District and SLSNZ respectively. I have voluntarily accepted and assumed the inherent risk of danger and injury in surf lifesaving. I will not hold my Club, the District, SLSNZ or their respective officers responsible for any claims, losses and expenses which may arise from or In connection with my membership and/or participation in any activity authorized or recognized by my Club, the District or SLSNZ except in the case of gross negligence or a willful act or omission on the part of my Club, the District or SLSNZ. I indemnify my Club, the District and SLSNZ from all claims, losses and expenses suffered or incurred at anytime, occurring as a result of or resulting directly or indirectly from my failure to observe the constitutions, regulations, policies, manuals, guidelines and reasonable directions of my Club, the District and SLSNZ respectively. I am medically and physically fit and do not suffer from any disease or condition, either physical or mental that would affect my ability to safely participate in any authorized or recognized activities of my Club, the District or SLSNZ. If I am unsure about this declaration, or suffer from such a condition I am aware that I must bring it to the attention of my Club, the District and SLSNZ. I understand that my Club, the District and SLSNZ will collect personal information about me for the purpose of: (a) Processing my application for membership; (b) Providing me with Information relating to my interest group (if I have ticked the box(es); (c) Providing me with information and activities relating to my Club, the District and SLSNZ; I understand that my personal information will only be used for the purposes listed in paragraph 7 and that: (a) My personal information will be held securely; (b) I will have access to my personal information; (c) My personal information will be corrected upon request. I understand that upon payment of my membership fee I will become a member of my Club, the District and SLSNZ and that by paying such fee each year by the due date, I will continue to be a member of my Club, the District and SLSNZ unless I resign or my membership Is terminated. RUAKĀKĀ SLSP STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL JUNIOR SURF MEMBERS & THEIR PARENTS OR GUARDIANS All (T)adpole and A Group children MUST have a parent / caregiver present with them on the beach. Please do not drop off your children and leave. For health and safety reasons, we ask for your support with this. If you are unable to have an adult present with your child on the beach, then we ask that you do not send your child or, alternatively, arrange for another caregiver to be present. Junior Surf starts at 10:30am. Parents are urged to attend the brief squad meeting each Sunday held on the beach or at the clubhouse in their respective areas. These meetings (5—10 minutes) will be at the start of the session and advise that day’s program, upcoming events and any other issues that may arise. All children must wear a Club skullcap (beanie) and Hi-vis vest during training. All children in A, B & C Group must hold a current 200m swim patch to be allowed into the water for the swim, board and associated events. If they have not yet gained this qualification, they will only be allowed in the water up to their waist, and will not be allowed on boards. This is a health and safety requirement. All people who wish to contribute or participate directly with the Junior Surf training sessions as a coach, team manager, or coaching assistant (including parent helpers) must hold or obtain an Associate membership with Surf Lifesaving New Zealand. Please note that water assistants, like the children, must hold a current 200m swim badge for events and training in water above waist level. As further protection for our junior members SLS Northern Region now requires that a police check be carried out on all adults in direct contact with children. This is a check for ‘crimes against children and those of a vulnerable nature” only. Any concerns are notified to the SLSNR CEO only and are treated with utmost confidentiality. Equipment is expensive to purchase and maintenance costs for repairs can have a significant impact on the Club. Children and their parents or caregivers must handle equipment responsibly and in accordance with club policy. Club equipment is for MEMBERS ONLY. Wash down and put away after use and please report immediately any damaged equipment to the Club. We are all volunteers and give up our time freely for the benefit of the children, If you would like to become more involved with the Club, please see our volunteer boards, or speak to any member of the club committee about how you can help. Please type name for acknowledge of declaration