Junior Lifeguard prep camp is a great way to get ready to try out for the Junior Lifeguard Program (See Below). Each year hundreds of kids try-out for Junior Lifeguards and are not able to meet the swimming requirements. Junior Lifeguard prep classes or camp allows kids to get into the pool and get a head start on summer. Coaches will spend time working on stroke technique, strength and endurance. It’s not uncommon for swimmers to improve 10% - 20% in spend in only 8 weeks. Most camps and clinics are held 2 - 4 days per week for eight weeks.

Find a Program near you

Are you 15 or older and looking for a great summer job or a challenging career? American Red Cross Lifeguarding is the best place to start!

. Read about Red Cross-trained lifeguards who have saved the lives of others. You could save a life too!

Lifeguarding will help you develop skills and experience that will be valued by colleges and future employers. It's a great way to demonstrate what you can offer. Colleges and employers look for applicants who can deal effectively with people, who have a take charge attitude and who are willing to work to develop new skills. Find out how you can secure a lifeguarding job.

What You Will Learn
American Red Cross training makes learning fun and easy. Through classroom learning and hands-on practice, you'll learn:

• Surveillance skills to help you recognize and prevent injuries
• Rescue skills - in the water and on land
• First aid training and professional rescuer CPR - to help you prepare for any emergency
• Professional lifeguard responsibilities like interacting with the public and addressing uncooperative patrons |

Our lifeguarding program is better than ever! It includes:

• A single, condensed book for class and reference
• A lifeguard-specific first aid and CPR video
• Updated material that meets the Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) 2000 guidelines

American Red Cross Lifeguarding also offers these optional training modules to develop more skills:

• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
• Bloodborne Pathogens (Preventing Disease Transmission)
• Oxygen Administration
• Waterfront Lifeguarding
• Waterpark Lifeguarding

Available Classes

Junior Lifeguard Programs http://www.jrlifeguards.com

The California Junior Lifeguard Programs are 4-week long day camps providing instruction in first-aid, CPR, ocean safety, rescue techniques, surfing, and bodyboarding. Instruction, supervision and activities are managed by the California Junior Lifeguard Programs Inc. Swimmers, surfers and bodyboarders of all ability and skill levels, ages 8-17, are eligible to sign up for the programs. Additional activities include interpretive and educational presentations from members of the local community.