The Encinitas Junior Lifeguard Program is designed to
increase awareness of the ocean and its surroundings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Does my child have to have a black suit?
    A) Yes, we require a solid black Speedo type suit for the girls and solid black trunks for the boys. Call 760-580-5090 for information on where to purchase these suits.

2. What if my child can't make the swim test dates?
    A) You can bring your child to an earlier swim test date, if it is impossible to attend, your child can try out the first day of the program at the regular session time.

3. What if my child misses several days of a session?
    A) Fees are not pro-rated. If your child misses one entire consecutive week you can talk with the instructors and your situation will be reviewed.

4. Where is the field trip?
    A) We will be going to Wild Rivers in Irvine. The exact dates are still to be announced.

5. What if my child isn't a very good swimmer?
    A) You can bring your child to our swim test and if we don't feel your child is up to the appropriate skill level we will ask you to wait another year.

6. Where can I purchase an appropriate swim suit?
    A) Please call 760-580-5090 for more information on where to purchase swim suits

7. Is the program very rigorous?
    A) We are in and out of the water everyday. We are very active, but we balance the activity with breaks.

8. What is a typical day?
    A) We start with properly stretching out the muscle groups, then we continue with a workout, then a short snack break, and finish up with a new skill, drill, or lecture.

9. Can my child wear a wetsuit?
    A) Yes, we encourage the kids to be comfortable.

10. Can my child bring his/her surfboard or boogie board?
     A) No. We are not always in our camp area. We can not be responsible for damage or theft of personal property.

11. Does my child need fins?
     A) If you already have fins they are recommended, but not required.

12. What does my child need to bring to the program?
     A) 1. Sunscreen
         2. Snack
         3. Towel
         4. Dry Clothes

Ocean Rescue
  Techniques

Beach First Aid

Lifeguard
  Communications

Use of Rescue
  Boards/Equipment

Opportunity to
  Compete Against
  Other Agencies*

*Competition dates and times will affect regular session times