The Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Junior Lake Lifeguard Program offers youth ages 9-17, instruction in lifeguard rescue techniques, first-aid, open water sport activities, and physical conditioning. Participants are led by Lifeguard staff in daily hands-on activities promoting the importance of teamwork, water safety, and re-enforcing an active lifestyle. Our goal is to educate youth in our communities, develop leaders, and the next generation of future lifeguards.
SUMMER 2025
PROGRAM DATES
Session 1: June 16 – July 3 (Mon-Thurs)
Session 2: July 7 – July 24 (Mon-Thurs)
REGISTRATION
Registration for Program Sessions will OPEN: Saturday, May 10, 2025 @ 8:00am
New Junior Guards & Returners (who took a year off) are required to pass a swim TRYOUT before they can register for the program. 2024 Summer Participants are not required to try out.
Registration takes place online through Active Net.
(Log-in /or/ Create an Account)
TRYOUTS
New participants are required to complete a Swim Test at one of our official Tryouts. If your child may need some extra help before attempting the swim test, we recommend looking into our FREE JG READY TRAINING (Tryout Prep) which are available, in April, May & June.
Tryout Swims (2025):
Dates: April 19, 26, 27 (Weekends)
May 18
June 1, 8, 14
Time: 8:30am-3:30pm
JG READY TRAINING (TRYOUT PREP)
“Practice makes perfect!” FREE swim technique-work with Lifeguard Staff. Our Junior Lifeguard Ready Training is a great opportunity for new participants to improve their swimming stroke, speed, and confidence in the water, before attending Tryouts. Sign-up for FREE at a time and location.
JG Ready Training (2025):
Dates: April & May (2025)
– TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS (Evening) Time: 5:00PM – 7:00PM
– SATURDAYS (Morning) Time: 9:00AM – 11:00AM
SCHOLARSHIPS
2025 Scholarships (NOW OPEN)
Funding is limited, first-come, first-serve. Learn more about Scholarships.
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ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
3-week Program
2 Sessions (June & July)
(4) Days a week (Mon – Thurs)
Time: 9:00am-3:00pm (6 hrs)
Boys & Girls Ages 9-17
3 Lake Locations (Bonelli, Santa Fe Dam, Castaic)
Program Cost (2025) $383.00
(Scholarships Available)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Have a question about the Junior Lake Lifeguard Program? Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have Questions and Answers that can help.
Program Locations:
• 32132 Castaic Lake Drive, Castaic, CA, 91384
• Phone: 661-775-8488
• Program Office: 661-775-8488
• Email: castaicjgs@parks.lacounty.gov
- 15501 Arrow Highway, Irwindale, CA, 91706
- Phone: 626-334-1065
- Email: santafedamjgs@parks.lacounty.gov
- Parent Calendar
- Parent Meeting Powerpoint
- Picture Day Order Form
- Santa Fe Dam Map
- Competition Map
- Competition Event Schedule
• 120 East Via Verde Drive, San Dimas, CA, 91773
• Phone: 909-599-8411
• Email: bonellijgs@parks.lacounty.gov