Junior Salty September Holiday Program 2026

Welcome to the

Junior Salty Squad September School Holiday Program

(2 x 'Wicked Wednesdays' for 9-14 year old swimming enthusiasts)

Get ready for two exhilarating Easter School Holiday open water swimming sessions with the Junior Salty Program with a focus on surf skill growth and swim fitness development.

Session Dates & Times

• Wednesday 23rd September 2026 – 7.30am–8.45am

• Wednesday 30th September 2026 – 7.30am–8:45am

Based around our successful 3R Program – Reading Conditions, Relaxing in Conditions, and Ripping-In in Conditions – this block offers high-quality coaching, confidence-building, and plenty of fun. Spots are limited, and we hope you can join us!

Registrations are now live
(Click the link at the bottom of the page.)

Tailored for 9–14-year-olds, this program features two action-packed Wednesday morning sessions meeting at Tallebudgera Creek with session then over at Tallebudgera Beach.

The Junior Salty Squad Summer Program is a junior open water swimming initiative held over 2 x Wednesday morning sessions from 7:30am to 8:45am across the September school break.

All sessions will take place at Tallebudgera Beach with meeting point at Tallebudgera Creek on the beach in front of the Neptunes Lifesaving Club - Talle Creek).

These sessions are open to all beginning, developing and competent 9–14-year-old swimmers and ocean enthusiasts from across the Gold Coast and wider community — including swimmers, triathletes, surf lifesavers, surfers, water polo athletes, and more.

Participant Requirements

All participants must be able to swim 200m and tread water for 3 minutes in open water.

Expert surf swimming coaches Karla Gilbert, Adam Pine, and Ty Dowker will oversee and coordinate the program, ensuring a safe, well-organized, and engaging experience for all participants.

Water safety remains a top priority, with additional expert coaches joining weekly to share their knowledge and support skill development.

Cost: Only $50 for two sessions ($25 per session + 5% online processing fee - total $52.50). Spots are limited — secure your place early!

Program Focus

The 3R Open Water Swimming Program aims to:

• Unlock Open Water Confidence

• Foster Friendships

• Build lifelong swimming knowledge, skills, and fitness in a professional, fun, and supportive environment.

Please note:

- In the event of bad weather or poor water quality, a ‘make-up’ session will be scheduled.

- We will also have casual positions available at $30/session for those that can't make both sessions and for holiday makers.