Dippers is a program run by Autism Swim every summer. Dippers is a modified nippers and surf education program, open to all ages and all abilities and run in collaboration with local Surf Life Saving Clubs.  The program provides vital water skills to those who may otherwise not have the opportunity. Each participant is supported in a 2:1 or 3:1 capacity, and has the opportunity to work toward their individual goals; whether that’s putting face in the water, riding a board, learning when to go over or under a wave or for some, the ability to interact socially with others.

Dippers has been nominated for multiple awards, receives a lot of media interest and we consistently receive the most incredible and heart-warming feedback from parents, participants and volunteers.

The program is curently run in Bondi, Bronte Coogee and Port Macquarie (NSW), with extensive interest around the country. We would like to sincerely thank our generous sponsors who have supported the program to be such a raving success, and through the ongoing support of the commuinty and local organisations, we will expand to many other locations.