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# Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club

Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club

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- [New season registrations now open](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/new-season-registrations-now-open/) - We welcome back all previous members and those interested in joining Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club for the 2023/24 season. Please head to the 'join us' page to find out more about how you can get involved this season. Our Junior Surf programme remains very popular and is almost at capacity. If you are
- [TMSLSC February Newsletter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/tmslsc-february-newsletter/) - TMSLSC February 2023 newsletter
- [TMSLSC January Newsletter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/tmslsc-january-newsletter/) - TMSLSC January 2023 newsletter
- [TMSLSC December Newsletter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/tmslsc-december-newsletter/) - TMSLSC December 2022 newsletter December Newsletter
- [TMSLSC November Newsletter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/tmslsc-newsletter-november/) - TMSLC November 2022 newsletter
- [TMSLSC Operations as at 6 Sept 21](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/5257-2/) - All Club members are invited to familiarise themselves with the current TMSLSC Covid Operational Safety Plan. This outlines the Club's risk management strategy for all Club operations following the level 2 announcement on 6 September 2021. This document is relevant for all members of TMSLSC including lifeguards, athletes, social members, athletes and junior surf parents.
- [K Day 2022](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/k-day-2022/) - k-day-flyer (1) new
- [Club Open Day](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/club-open-day/) - At our open day we will have key members there to help with membership registrations, and provide information on Junior Surf, Senior Surf Sports, Lifeguarding and other club activities. Sarah will also be there for uniform purchases. It’s a great opportunity to catch up with clubbies, or go for a swim or paddle! Everyone
- [TMSLSC September Newsletter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/tmslsc-september-newsletter/) - TMSLC newsletter
- [Club Working Bee](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/club-working-bee-2/) - Many hands make light work! Are you good on the tools, like cleaning or gardening then we need YOU! Saturday 24th September 10am -1pm All volunteers welcome
- [Covid-19 Vaccination mandate](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/covid-19-vaccination-mandate/) - Please see link for an update on the COVID-19 vaccination mandate Note that the mandate requires all surf lifeguards to be fully vaccinated by January 1st 2022. We are still waiting for further guidance from SLSNZ regarding wider-club vaccination requirements. Please read full document for more information.
- [November Newsletter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/november-newsletter/) - The November newsletter is out now! Read it here
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- [2020/21 Prize giving photos are now up](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2020-21-prize-giving-photos-are-now-up/) - Head over to the new gallery - all prize giving photos have been uploaded here now
- [Clubhouse Formal Opening Sunday 7th February 2021](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/clubhouse-formal-opening/) - Taylors Mistake SLSC invites past and present members, as well as the local community to celebrate this significant milestone. Formalities commence at 3pm, followed by a tour of the facilities and optional 'World Wave' competition if surf permits - all welcome to participate, please bring swimwear. Past and present members are also invited to stay
- [Blessing of the new Clubhouse 23rd January 2021](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/blessing-of-the-new-clubhouse-23rd-january-2021/) - A very special thank you to the large number of people who joined us at the dawn blessing on 23 Jan. The morning was a timely reminder that whilst we will soon have this fantastic new facility (home), at the heart of our club is great people who share a common kaupapa (purpose) and a
- [Junior surf programme is now full for 2020/21](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/junior-surf-programme-is-now-full-for-2020-21/) - With 150 children registered for our junior surf programme, we are now full for the 2020/21 season.
- [TMSLSC members recognised at NZSAR awards](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/tmslsc-members-recognised-at-nzsar-awards/) - Congratulations to Mike Smith, Craig Jamieson, Tisha Bradley-Jamieson and Patrice de Beer who were recognised for their role in a rock rescue at the NZ Search and Rescue Awards (2019) recently. This rescue was highly complex and required the immediate care of a young man who was in a critical condition after a fall from
- [Fantastic news](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/fantastic-news/) - Such exciting news! TMSLSC is set to receive $550,000 funding to help complete the Club rooms. Read the full article here
- [Club uniform orders](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/club-uniform-orders/) - Please note that our uniform shop will be closed during winter until 1st September 2020. Orders may be received during this time but will not be processed until after 1st Sept and once payment has been received.
- [Clubhouse fundraising event - This Sunday 28th June](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/clubhouse-fundraising-event-this-sunday-28th-june/) - You are invited to the very first event in the new facilities – the gear shed! On Sunday 28 June there will be a sausage sizzle, an opportunity to learn more about the new facility and how you can contribute – including your chance to be on the exterior donor wall. Simply pop down to
- [Covid-19 Level 1 update 8 June 2020](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/covid-19-update-29th-may-2020/) - TMSLSC is now operating at Level 1 restrictions. Contact tracing will continue. Members can now access the Club Pandemic Safety plan in the members section of the website here Please see updated protocols for club operations at Level 1 from SLSNZ here.
- [How you can help with the Club rebuild](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/please-help-the-club-rebuild/) - Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club is appreciative of all donations to help with the Club rebuild. Gifts of $1000 or more will be acknowledged on a donor plaque on the new surf club’s recognition wall – an exterior wall of the building that will be publicly visible. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have
- [Women's Intro to Surf Sports](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/womens-intro-to-surf-sports/) - Female aged 14-18? Interested in finding out more about what's involved in surf sports? We are running a series of sessions for young women who are keen to try their hand at surf sports. Run by some of our awesome club members, you will be introduced to all aspects of surf sports including - IRBs,
- [Congratulations Louis Clark](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/congratulations-louis-clark/) - TMSLSC member Louis Clark was last night recognised at the 29th Zonta Awards (for High School athletes). Louis was named winner of the best all-round young sportsman, who has achieved in more than one sporting code. Louis is an outstanding athlete who has achieved national and international success not only in surf life saving but
- [Club Working Bee](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/club-working-bee/) - Come along for a pre season tidy up at the Club rooms. Bring gloves and brooms. See you there!
- [AGM 2019](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/agm-2/) - Venue: Mt Pleasant Yacht Club, Ferrymead Date: Sunday 14 July 2019 Time: 11am
- [Online registration now open](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/online-registration-now-open/) - Online registration is now open here for all returning and new members to Taylors Mistake SLSC this season. We're looking forward to another great season at the beach!
- [Open Day 2019](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/open-day-2019/) - Sunday 20th October from 10am to 12pm. Come along and join us to: Purchase your Club beanies and hi-vis vests (required for Junior and Senior training) Pick up your pre-ordered uniform (for orders placed in August) See some of the new uniform available for order Check out our second hand kids' wetsuit sales Meet our

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/) - Welcome to Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club Every year, thousands of people visit Taylors Mistake, one of Christchurch's most beautiful beaches.
- [Join Us](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/join-us/) - Thank you for your interest in joining Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club. We pride ourselves in being a small friendly Club, privileged to patrol one of the best beaches in New Zealand. Our membership subscription fees are outlined below. JUNIOR SURF PROGRAMME - 2026/27 - Please note that our programme is FULL this coming
- [Club Structure](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/club-structure/) - The 2025/26 Elected Officers of Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club are: Patron Jim Turpin President Ian Rae Club Captain Craig Goldsmith Treasurer Jim Turpin Patrol Operations Manager Flynn McGuinness Health and Safety Coordinator Dave Mills Junior Surf Coordinator Kylie Boivin Surf Sports Coordinator Dan Shields IRB Coordinator Greg Young / Sam Tyro Events and
- [Become a Surf Lifeguard](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/lifeguarding/become-a-lifeguard/) - Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club welcomes expressions of interest from anyone who would like to know more about lifeguarding. We provide full training for members wanting to become a surf lifeguard or patrol support and an ongoing development programme for qualified lifeguards. To become a lifeguard, members must first obtain their Surf Lifeguard Award.
- [](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/shop/)
- [Junior Surf](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/junior-surf/) - PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR JUNIOR SURF PROGRAMME IS NOW FULL across all age groups for the 2025/26 season. If you would like to join the waiting list - please complete the expression of interest form here. Our Junior Surf programme focuses on having fun, gaining water confidence and learning how to be safe in the
- [Competition / Carnivals](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/junior-surf/competion-carnivals/) - Carnivals are great fun! They are a chance to pit your skills 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
- [Venue Hire](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/venue-hire/) - The award winning TMSLSC clubhouse is available for hire to club members and the public. All enquiries should be directed to: secretary@taylorsmistake.com. You can expect a reply within 48 hours. Due to the impact on members and local residents, the clubhouse is available for hire 7am – 11pm on: weekends outside of the volunteer patrolling
- [Awards](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/junior-surf/awards/) - 200m Swim Badge Each year the club carries out a 200m Safety Badge assessment for junior members in the U10-U14 age groups. Children who are able to swim 200m under a target time (see below), followed immediately by continuously treading water for 1 minute will be awarded a cloth badge. This must be sewn onto
- [Junior Training](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/junior-surf/junior-training/) - Sunday morning 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 and the programme runs until approximately 11.15am but may go on longer on warm days. Each week, children participate in
- [Training](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/surf-sports/training/) - Our senior (14 years upwards) surf sports programme strives to deliver fit lifeguards and high performing athletes. To participate in the senior surf sports programme at Taylors, athletes must be qualified lifeguards or working towards gaining their Lifeguard Award. Click here for more information on how to become a surf lifeguard. Training for these intermediate-advanced
- [Patrol Hours](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/lifeguarding/patrol-hours/) - Taylors Mistake voluntary weekend patrols run between November and March each year. Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club provides voluntary patrols every weekend over the summer and some public holidays. Members may view the patrol roster here. ALL patrols (Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays) run from 11am to 5pm The Club will provide a lifeguard
- [Rookie Lifeguard Programme](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/lifeguarding/rookie-programme/) - The Rookie Lifeguard Programme has been developed to incorporate junior members into the patrolling environment. Juniors are eligible to join the programme once they are 13 years old, or if they will turn 13 during the coming season. Rookies usually also participate in the Junior Surf Programme but this is not compulsory. Rookie Training runs
- [Qualifications and Awards](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/lifeguarding/qualifications-and-awards/) - Through our parent organisation, Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ), Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club actively supports the ongoing training and development of its members. A wide range of educational opportunities are available at a club, local, regional and national level and members are invited to contact us if they are interested in attending a
- [Our Sponsors](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/our-sponsors/) - Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club is grateful for the support of the following organisations and businesses.
- [Contact Us](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/contact-us/) - General Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club 229 Taylors Mistake Road Christchurch 8081 For all general enquiries please contact secretary@taylorsmistake.com or use the contact us form below Send Enquiry [contact-form-7 id="2783" title="Enquiry Form"]
- [2020 - 2029 News and Events](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2000-2029-news-and-events/) - SLS Canterbury Lifeguard of the Year 2020 Luke Smith and Luke Smith SLS Canterbury Lifeguard of the Year 2020 SLS Canterbury Coach of the Year 2020 Dave Smith SLS Canterbury Distinguished Service Awards 2020 Anthony Nunnick Craig Jamieson SLS Canterbury Surf Lifesaver of the Year 2020 Louis Clark SLS Canterbury Top Competitors 2020 Jarvis Hansen
- [1990 David Bradley](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/david-bradley/) - David Orton Bradley was born in 1942 and brought up by his mother following the death of his father at Monte Casino in Italy during World War 2. Dave lived in Papanui near St Bede’s College which he also attended. At 16 his family had a holiday at Taylors Mistake “totally against my will". I
- [2001 Geoff le Cren](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2001-geoff-le-cren/) - Geoff is another surf life saver with strong family connections to the Club. His parents Keith and Rene were active members of Taylors as was sister Helen. Later his children Tim, Danelle and Kristi became members. Geoff gained his Surf Bronze in 1958 and competed in his first nationals the same year in New Brighton.
- [2020 - 2029](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2020-2029/)
- [Lifeguarding](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/lifeguarding/) - Lifeguarding is the core role of Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club and our voluntary patrols work with the public to prevent injury and drowning and provide treatment if necessary. Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club provides patrols on weekends in the summer months from November to March, on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to
- [Clubhouse rebuild gallery](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/club-redevelopment/rebuild/)
- [1970-1979](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1970s/)
- [Our Patron](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/patron/) - The Patron of Taylors Mistake SLSC is Jim Turpin. Patrons usually have a long history of support for their club, plus a high profile and Jim is no exception. A member since the 1950s, past President (1983 to 1986), life member plus treasurer - 1963 to 1976, plus 2001 to the present day. He is
- [History](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/our-beach/) - Taylors Mistake has a rich and interesting history and today remains one of the most spectacular and rewarding beaches on the east coast of the South Island. Historic baches add a real kiwi charm to the area. They cling to the rocks like the mussels at the water’s edge, hanging on against the ever-encroaching sea. More
- [Past Members - videos and recollections](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/past-members-videos-and-recollections/) - Helen and Harley Turnbull As members of the Club since the late 1940s and involved through the 1950s and 1960s, Helen and Harley reminisce about times at the Club in those years. Helen was a Le Cren before marrying and their family had a bach at the Bay during those years. They were very involved
- [Mike Smith](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/mike-smith/) - In the late 1990’s Mike introduced his children to quote “the amazing lifestyle and community service” offered via surf lifesaving. Mike claims “they took to it like ducks to water”. Like many parents he willingly contributed his time and started volunteering as a junior surf coach and facilitator and working with Junior Surf Coordinator Biff
- [Life Members](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/life-members/) - Life membership is awarded to those members of our Club who have made an outstanding contribution to the Club, in the areas of lifeguarding, competition, administration or other aspects of the Club. Profiles of some of the TMSLSC life members follows. 1917 Alf Barrett, 1917 Jim Ballin, 1935 Frank Kesteven, 1935 George Pearce, 1935 Mo
- [Clubhouse Rebuild](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/club-redevelopment/) - Following the loss of the old clubrooms due to damage in the Christchurch earthquakes, the Club operated out of temporary portacoms on the beach from 2016 until early 2021. Needing new facilities, a decision was made to rebuild on the existing site – a site occupied for the past 103 years and the site in
- [Donate to Taylors Mistake SLSC](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/donate-to-taylors-mistake-slsc/) - Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club is appreciative of all donations. Volunteer lifeguards have been keeping the bay safe for over 100 years with more than 1600 people rescued since 1950. Last year we spent 1830 hours patrolling, made 13 rescues and undertook 911 preventative actions. Public contributions help us to keep providing this essential
- [2020/21 Club Prizegiving evening 22 May 2021](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2020-21-club-prizegiving-evening-22nd-may-2021/)
- [Through the ages](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/through-the-ages/) - These pages are a historical record of some of the competition successes, beach rescues and significant events that have taken place during the long history of the Club, since its establishment in 1916. It is also a tribute to all the previous members whose dedication and voluntary contribution to surf life saving has helped create
- [Gallery 2020](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-2020/)
- [Michael Regan](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/michael-regan/) - Mike is another life member who has strong family connections to the club. Mike indicates that his first memory of Taylors was of a family holiday at his godfathers bach, no 62 (for information about Alan click this link Alan Robilliard). Further trips to Taylors with his parents to Taylors occurred and Mike had considerable
- [Alan Robilliard](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/alan-robilliard/) - From: ‘OVER THE HILL’ FOR 100 YEARS In 1920, a kid just out of Ashburton High School came to Christchurch pursuing a jewellery/watchmaker apprenticeship and he joined up with Taylor's Mistake. The 16-year-old’s name was Alan Robilliard, and when still only 18 he was in the Canterbury Nelson Shield team. Still a teenager, he became
- [1960-1969](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1960s/)
- [2017 David Hill](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2017-david-hill/) - David joined Taylors Mistake in 1978 and competed for the club in predominantly rescue and resuscitation events, and was for many years a member of the Nelson Shield winning team as well as 4-man R&R titles. Dave has been a long serving member having grown up in the bay while staying at the family bach
- [2000-2009](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-2000s/)
- [2010-2019](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-2010s/)
- [New Clubhouse Opening 7 February 2021](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/clubhouse-opening-7-february-2021/)
- [Pre opening](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/pre-opening/)
- [1990-1999](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1990s/)
- [2010-2019 News and Events](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/pdf-files-2010s/) - David Hill Architecture Award Rescue of the month - SLSNZ Southern Region 5th January 2013 Action Photos - Nationals (2011 / 2012 / 2013) Rescue of the month - SLSNZ Southern Region November 2014 Stuff Article - "Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club prepares to build a new home" 12th March 2017 TSB Nationals 2017
- [New members](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/new-members/) - Please complete the TMSLSC online registration form and select your membership category. Only one form is required per family. NB - The TMSLSC Junior programme is currently FULL for the 2020/21 season and operating a waiting list system. Places will only be offered to a child once a space becomes available in their age group.
- [Transferring from another Club](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/transferring-from-another-club/) - Step 1: Notify SLSNZ If you are a current or previous member of another surf life saving club in New Zealand you will need to request a transfer to Taylors Mistake SLSC via the SLSNZ members portal. Step 2: Application to join TMSLSC Join Taylors by completing the TMSLSC online registration form. Please note that all transferring
- [1950-1959](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1950s/)
- [1940-1949](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1940s/)
- [Pre 1930](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-trial-pre1930s/)
- [Centennial Celebrations February 2016](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/centennial-update/) - Taylors Mistake Surf Lifesaving Club celebrates centenary K Day 6 February 2016 Family Day 7 February 2016 (and the 'Final' 6 Man)
- [Surf Sports](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/surf-sports/) - As well as providing experienced lifeguards, Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club has a long and proud record as a highly competitive club that has produced many very talented athletes over the years. Since the 1920s, Taylors Mistake members have held both National and World championship titles and to this day our members continue to
- [Gallery](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery/) - Click here for our collection of historic images of Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club through the ages.
- [Original Centennial Celebrations February 2016](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/centennial-celebrations-february-2016/) - Centenary Celebrations - Final 6 man 6th Feb 2016 Stuff Article - 11th Feb 2016 "Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club Celebrates Centenary" K Day 6th February 2016 K Day and Centenary February 2016 Clink Celebrations
- [2017 Ken Jones](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2017-ken-jones/) - Ken Jones joined Taylors Mistake in 1974 and has been a long serving member of the club after returning from Auckland and North Piha in the 1990s. During the early years, Ken was an active competitor winning a national title in the double ski in 1976. He went on to become a key member of
- [2017 Dougal Holmes](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2017-dougal-holmes/) - Dougal joined Taylors Mistake in 1977 along with close friend Hamish Buchanan and competed in R&R, board, canoe and ski. Later he became involved in IRB. Although successful in surf competition, his largest contribution to surf was in patrolling. For many years he was a member of the Canterbury Association patrol committee and a number
- [2017 Daryl Neate](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2017-daryl-neate/) - Daryl grew up in Taylors with the family owning the bach “Shangri-la “at the end of the bay. He started as a nipper and got his surf award in 1962. Daryl was one of the club's most successful competitors in both R & R and craft, winning the Nelson Shield 13 times, NZ Iron Man,
- [2009 Brian Rattray](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2009-brian-rattray/) - Brian obtained his surf bronze (award) in 1954 but his association with the club has been lifelong in that he came to Taylors from the time of his birth. His father, Monty, was an active member of the club and his family were an important part of its operations at the time. Brian was part
- [2009 Elizabeth McDermott](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2009-elizabeth-mcdermott/) - Elizabeth “Biff” McDermott was born in 1947 and joined the Club in 1963 through family members (Holland family). Biff obtained her Surf Bronze in 1965. Biff’s family links are to her mother Margaret, brother Geoff, husband John McDermott, daughter Amy and granddaughters Lily and Isla as well as a sister in law and three nephews.
- [2005 Malcolm McClurg](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2005-malcolm-mcclurg/) - Malcolm grew up at Taylors and the bay has always been part of his life. His family have had strong links with Taylors. Brothers Wayne and Nigel also competed for Taylors and his parents were SLSNZ officials. Ross Erikson and Bob Hopkins were his first coaches and Malcolm indicates that people like Neville Duckmanton and
- [2005 Jock McNaught](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2005-jock-mcnaught/) - Jock joined Taylors Mistake in 1960 and competed with some success as a junior in rescue and resuscitation events, canoes and boats. His main interest in competition was R&R events both as a competitor, coach and surf official. These were the blue ribbon events of surf life saving and his record in these events would
- [2003 Greg McClurg](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/greg-mcclurg/) - Greg joined as a 'nipper' in 1959. The McClurg family has had a long association with Taylors and his father (Maurice) introduced him to the club while he was a vice-president. Older brother Wayne and older sisters Dianne and Sandra were both members. Younger brothers Malcolm and Nigel also joined and eventually sons Gareth and
- [2001 Paul Carpinter](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/2001-paul-carpinter/) - Paul joined the Club in 1963 having been introduced by his high school friend John Stead. He achieved his surf bronze in 1963, Instructors Certificate in 1971, was Canterbury Surf Life Saver of the Year in 1972, received a Service Award from Surf Life Saving Canterbury in 1987, a Service Award from Surf Life Saving New
- [1990  Jim (“Tiger”) Turpin](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/1990-jim-tiger-turpin/) - James Oliver Turpin was born in 1941. His father, also Jim, and Uncle Olly were members of the club, so it was natural for Jim and his brother Barry to follow suit. Jim later married another member, June Harrow, a member of the successful women’s teams of the late 50’s and early 60’s. One rumour
- [1982 Barry Turpin](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/1982-barry-turpin/) - 25 February 1951 Surf Medallion (No 2000) Attended 50 national championships as a competitor, coach, manager and official. Club offices held were secretary, club captain, coach, treasurer, president, life member and co-patron. Surf Life Saving Canterbury Delegate, assistant secretary, secretary, a trustee, chief instructor, a competition official for 37 years, competition controller, representative team coach,
- [1972 Graham Pratley](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/graham-pratley/) - Graham obtained his surf bronze in 1947. It was inevitable he joined Taylors as his father had a bach at 'the bay', one of the train carriages that still exist on "Rotten Row". He was a good breaststroke swimmer, gaining Canterbury titles and also played water polo for the Christchurch Club. As a junior surf
- [K Day](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/surf-sports/k-day/) - K Day is a unique day that has been a fixture in the Taylors Mistake calendar since 1918. Current competition format Maximum 6 Person teams; Teams can consist of any number of male and females. Clubs are encouraged to enter as many teams as possible. There is one grade — Open. Events Black and White
- [IRB](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/surf-sports/irb/) - Inflatable Rescue Boats (IRBs) are used for both life saving and racing and are one of the quickest methods for getting out through surf. They are an essential component of the service provided by the surf lifeguards and rescue more people than any other method of surf life saving. Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club
- [About us](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/about-us/) - Welcome to the home of Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club. Taylors Mistake is one of the most beautiful and dramatic beaches in the Canterbury area. The beach is surrounded on either side by hills and craggy outcrops which are the result of volcanic activity in nearby Lyttelton Harbour. The bay is renowned for its
- [2000-2009 News and Events](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/pdf-files-2000s/) - Waimairi Carnival 2009 IRB Competition 24th January 2009 Waikuku Carnival 2009
- [Ocean Athletes (Junior Surf)](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/ocean-athletes-junior-surf/)
- [1980-1989](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1980s/)
- [1930-1939](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/gallery-1930s/)
- [Competition](https://www.taylorsmistake.com/surf-sports/competition/) - Members of Taylors Mistake Surf Life Saving Club who are current lifeguards have the opportunity to represent the Club at a number of local, regional and national competitions throughout the season. These competitions include: Senior Interclub Carnivals, K-Day, Canterbury Championships, Southern Region Senior Championships, Eastern Region Senior Championships and the New Zealand Surf Life Saving

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