About the Junior Lifeguard Program
Come jump in the water and enjoy the Encinitas Junior Lifeguard Program. “Junior Guards” is a very popular program, which includes daily workouts, water safety skills, CPR first aid, surf lifesaving, surfing, body boarding, marine education, lifeguard competitions and more. Physical fitness and development are balanced with self-esteem, camaraderie and lots of fun. The City of Encinitas Junior Lifeguard Program welcomes you and your child to a wonderful summer full of new experiences, personal growth and lots of fun.
Program Dates and Locations
All Junior Lifeguard sessions are held at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. The summer 2010 schedule is as follows:
Session 1: June 21- July 2, 9am to 12pm (July 1, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 2: June 21- July 2, 1pm to 4pm (July 1, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 3: July 5- July 16, 9am to 12pm (July 15, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 4: July 5- July 16, 1pm to 4pm (July 15, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 5: July 19- July 30 9am, to 12pm (July 29, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 6: July 19- July 30 1pm, to 4pm (July 29, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 7: August 2- August 13, 9am to 12pm (August 12, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 8: August 2- August 13, 1pm to 4pm (August 12, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 9: August 16- Aug 27, 9am to 12pm (August 26, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Session 10- August 16- August 27, 1pm to 4pm (August 26, 9AM - 1PM Competition day)
Program Fees
Encinitas Residents- $175
Non-Residents- $185
All program particpants will receive a Junior Lifeguard t-shirt.
Age Requirements
Junior Lifeguards are ages nine to seventeen years. Participants must be at least 9 years old by the start date of the session, no exceptions. The age groups are split into three groups as follows:
Group A: 14 – 17 years
Group B: 12 – 13 years
Group C: 9 – 11 years
Registration
All program registration is handled through the Parks and Recreation Department. No registration or transactions occur on-site at Moonlight Beach. You can register online at www.EncinitasRecReg.com or in person. The Parks and Recreation Department office, located at 505 S. Vulcan Avenue is open M-F from 7am to 6pm (closed alternating Fridays).
Contact Info:
Junior Guard Phone Line: 760-633-2752
Parks and Recreation Department Office: 760-633-2740
Email: encjrguards@cityofencinitas.org
Swim Test
*Returning Junior life guards DO NOT have to take the swim test. We will make accomodations if you cannot make the time for your child's age group or if you have multiple children from a different age group trying out.
The Junior Lifeguard Program is not a “learn to swim” program. Therefore, participants are given a tryout test to determine if they have the minimum skills needed to benefit from the program. We encourage parents to work with their child(s) on swimming skills before the beginning of the program to ensure that their child(s) can pass the test with confidence.
All swims will be held at the YMCA Pool located at 200 Saxony Rd (at Seacrest Way) Encinitas, CA 92024.
- Friday July, 2 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday July 18th 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday August 1st 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday August 15th 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The pool swim test will consist of:
- Hold breath for 20 seconds underwater.
- Swim 5 yards underwater.
- Tread water for 3 minutes.
- Swim a 100 yards crawl stroke in under 2 min 45 sec for ages 9-11, 2 min 35 sec for ages 12 - 13, 2 min 25 sec for ages 14 - 17
Apparel
*If your child was in Junior Lifeguard Program before there is a grace period this year for uniforms.
We require participants to wear a uniform for team camaraderie and safety. The uniform allows instructors and other lifeguards to monitor Junior Lifeguards and easily spot them on the beach and in the water. Junior Lifeguards must wear the required uniform in order to participate. This year, swim suits are a solid blue color. Last year’s black uniform color is okay for summer 2010. The 2010 requirements are as follows:
- Blue swim shorts for boys. Shorts should be “board short style.”
- Blue one-piece or two piece swimsuits for girls. Girl’s swimsuits shall be similar to competitive pool swim wear and not bikini style.
- White shirt with Junior Lifeguard Logo are included in the program registration.
This summer, the City Kids/Beach Kids store in Encinitas is the place to go for 2010 Encinitas Junior Lifeguard Gear, including specially branded rashguards, trunks, sweatshirts, hats and more!
All Junior Lifeguard uniform items are available at:
City Kids
282-D North El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-6815
citykidsbeachkids.com/junior-guards
Photo Day
This year we are excited to be working with 3 Hot Shoes sports photography. Photos will be taken on the 1st Tuesday of each Junior Guard Session. (Exception: Photo day will be on July 7th for sessions 3 and 4. Photo Order forms are available and will be sent out via email prior to the beginning of your JG session and will also be passed out on the first day of the session. They should be filled out and include payment to be turned in on picture day. The photo packages will be printed and delivered by the end of the two week session. To ensure that 3 Hot Shoes has enough time to process the photos before the session ends, forms should be turned in on time. Late forms will be accepted at any point throughout the session, however, please make sure to include the fee associated with shipping. Additional products are also available online. The contact information for any questions relating to photography is (619) 377-0147 or visit www.3HotShoes.com.
Dates for Picture Day:
- Tuesday June 22nd
- Wednesday July 7th
- Tuesday July 21st
- Tuesday August 4th
- Tuesday August 18th
Photo Day FAQ's