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Road to Worlds EP02: Mandi Augustyn, The Making of a Lifesaving World Champion

Mandi Augustyn joined Nippers at Blue Water Bay because her mum saw her playing by the river opposite the clubhouse every day and decided she'd better learn about the wat

Road to Worlds EP01: Nikki Mocke, The Making of a Lifesaving World Champion

At 12, Nikki Mocke hid her PE kit so she wouldn't have to do sport. After her first Nippers session she went home and told her mum she had asthma. In 2004, racing for Fi

Rescue Sport Series 2025 Kick-Off

Welcome back to The Rip, your go-to channel for a deep dive into lifesaving sport across South Africa and beyond. The 2025 Rescue Sport Series has officially begun — and

RIP Preview: International Surf Rescue Challenge, New Zealand 2025

Get ready for one of the biggest events in global lifesaving sport — the International Surf Rescue Challenge (ISRC), live from Mount Maunganui, New Zealand! In this info

The Rip! Winter Awards Show

Welcome to The Rip! Winter Awards Show — our completely unofficial, mostly unscientific, and slightly biased look back at lifesaving’s off-season. From athletes who brave

Chapters: Tanner Gorille - From Nippers to Rescues & Global Racing

Today on The Rip, we’re back with our ‘Chapters’ series — where sport is more than medals. It’s about beginnings, wipeouts, comebacks, rescues, and the people who shape t

Chapters: Caitlin Brouckaert – From Nippers to National Team

Welcome to Chapters, a brand-new format of The Rip Podcast. In this episode, Caitlin Brouckaert shares her journey from Fish Hoek Nippers, through netball detours, to pod

The Rip Masterclass: Strength, Nutrition & Recovery with Brent Shield

In this in-depth masterclass, strength and conditioning coach Brent Shield breaks down everything lifesaving athletes need to know about building power, staying strong, a

The Rip Bonus: Athlete Social Media Masterclass Q&A

In this bonus episode of The Rip, Christina answers the questions athletes ask most about social media. From how often to post, to building confidence, growing your follo

Athlete Social Media Mastery: Build Your Brand with Purpose

Lifesaving athletes — your platform has power. Want to grow your following, attract sponsors, and help elevate the sport? In this masterclass episode of The Rip, we break

Rip Wrap: 10 Signs Lifesaving Sport is Thriving in South Africa

This episode has it ALL! Watch or Listen! 🎥🎙️ Christina and Brent kick off with some epic Rippers and Dippers, they're talking new podcast rivalries, Rescue Sport Series

Rip Review: Western Cape Surf Champs 2025

Buoys were flying, jellyfish were swarming, and the sprints were decided by toe hairs. Welcome to Episode 07: The Rip. In this epic debrief of the 2025 Western Cape Surf

IPT Pool Rescue Champs Preview Show

🎧 The Rip Episode 06: IPT Pool Rescue Champs Preview Show 🏊‍♂️ In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know about the upcoming 2025 Interprovincial Pool Resc

IPT 2025 – The Real Comp Review

The Rip Podcast is back with Episode 05, bringing you an unfiltered review of the 2025 Interprovincial Lifesaving Championships at Santos Beach, Mossel Bay! 🌊🔥 Brent & Xt

Full Speedo Ahead: Brent’s Lifesaving Journey

In this episode, we turn the mic on Brent Shield, diving into his journey through lifesaving—how it all started, the defining moments that shaped him, and the impact of t

The Road to WC Surf Champs: Lifesaving Sport’s Ultimate Showdown

Get ready for the biggest event in local surf lifesaving sport – the Western Cape Champs! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know ahead of the compet

Christina Mallion: Forever Frothing on Lifesaving

"There were moments that tested you, but the stoke always brought you back."– Xtina Mallion In this episode of The Rip, we dive into the world of lifesaving with our co-

The Elite Lifesaving Team: Western Cape Surf 2025

We’re kicking off The RIP Podcast with an exclusive breakdown of the 2025 Lifesaving Western Cape Surf Teams—and these athletes are bringing serious heat. As they gear u