Summer 2025

What is the Jr. Lifeguard Program?

The Hansen Dam Junior Lifeguard Program is a six week program designed to provide kids, ages 9-17 with a well rounded experience of knowledge, skills, and the life-style of an open water lifeguard. Participants will learn open water lifeguard skills. Furthermore, participants will attend competitions and attend fields trip Catalina Island. Contact Hansen Dam for more information.

NOTE:  Changes to the program can be made at any time. Contact Hansen Dam for more information.

 Program Cost  and Length

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Dates: 6 weeks from June 23, 2025 - August 8, 2025

Time: 8:00am-12:00pm

Days: Monday - Friday

Price: $500 per participant

Requirements?

TRYOUTS

New applicants must successfully complete a swim test prior to registration. The test consists of the following (returning applicants do not have to tryout):

Registration:Opens March 1st (must complete tryout) | Tryouts: 5/3 for new Applicants only
Test are available 7 days a week. Please call for appointment
Test: 100-yard swim under 2:00 minutes.
Time: 9:00am to 12:00 pm
Test Location: Hansen Dam Aquatic Center
Returning Jr. Guards: Registration opens (TBA)
Maximum Enrollment: 80 participants
Participant Age: 9-17 years old

MANDATORY PARENT MEETING

At least one parent/guardian must attend along with their new or returning Junior Lifeguard. Additional uniform items will be available for purchase on this day.
Date: June 22, 2025
Location: Hansen Dam Lifeguard Headquarters
Time: 9:00 am

Competitions and Field Trips Schedule

*Battle of The Beach @ Cabrillo Beach
*Annual Hansen Dam JG Triathlon
*Catalina Trip
*CSLSA /USLA Regional Competition