Some of the future stars the surf lifesaving strutted their stuff at this year's Bay of Plenty Junior Surf Lifesaving Carnival today.

Surf Life Saving New Zealand sport manager Eastern Region Mark Inglis says today's event at Omanu Beach was the first up event for the juniors and clubs from around the region braved the less than ideal conditions to show what they have to offer to the sport.

Action packed racing at this year's Bay of Plenty Junior Surf Lifesaving Carnival today. Photos: Cameron Avery.

Hosted by Omanu Surf Life Club there were some fantastic displays put on by the youngsters which is a precursor to December 20, when the Bay of Plenty Junior Championships will be held at Waihi Beach.

The event which was open to all junior club members aged 7-13 years of age, provided great viewing for the public who come down to watch. The programme included traditional Surf Race, Board Race, Diamond Race, Beach Flags, and Beach Sprints, and there are Beach Relays and Cameron Relays for team events.