Jr. Lifeguards
This volunteer program allows youth/teens the opportunity to be a trained in the basics of lifeguarding and first aid. Volunteers will assist staff with aquatic operations and acquire skills and experience that are helpful should they become employed at an aquatic facility in the future.
*There are some changes to the 2020 Jr. Lifeguard Program due to COVID-19 and facility closures. Please see below.
This American Red Cross Program is available to youth ages 11 - 15 years old who have the desire to learn about the responsibilities and duties of a lifeguard. This class is designed to teach students basic rescue skills, first aid, CPR, and water safety.
2020 Updated Virtual Program
Due to COVID-19 and the stay at home orders that are in place, the Jr. Lifeguard program will be offered in a mostly virtual format. There will be 10 virtual meetings tentatively scheduled for every Thursday from 1-2pm starting May 14th. We plan to use google classroom to distribute materials and assignments. Each week there will be some reading and a small assignment prior to the virtual meeting. This class will still cover Jr Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety Aid. In order to receive the CPR/First Aid certification, participants will need to attend a few hours of in person class. We are unable to provide exact dates at this time but are hopeful that we will be able to provide these this summer. Depending on what summer looks like will also determine when/if volunteering with swim lessons will begin. Register by May 9 to receive materials and communication before the first session. If you have questions, please email swim@temeculaca.gov. See Jr. Lifeguard Manual for additional information.
Tentative training schedule is as follows:
Registration will be open online under Aquatics Programs in early spring.
Space is limited. Registration will be accepted at the Swim Test if spaces are still available.
*There are some changes to the 2020 Jr. Lifeguard Program due to COVID-19 and facility closures. Please see below.
Requirements
| Age | 11-15 years old |
| Fee | $40 |
| Dates | Volunteering and training during TVUSD summer break |
| Register | Registration is currently open in the online catalog |
Program Overview
This American Red Cross Program is available to youth ages 11 - 15 years old who have the desire to learn about the responsibilities and duties of a lifeguard. This class is designed to teach students basic rescue skills, first aid, CPR, and water safety.
2020 Updated Virtual Program
Due to COVID-19 and the stay at home orders that are in place, the Jr. Lifeguard program will be offered in a mostly virtual format. There will be 10 virtual meetings tentatively scheduled for every Thursday from 1-2pm starting May 14th. We plan to use google classroom to distribute materials and assignments. Each week there will be some reading and a small assignment prior to the virtual meeting. This class will still cover Jr Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety Aid. In order to receive the CPR/First Aid certification, participants will need to attend a few hours of in person class. We are unable to provide exact dates at this time but are hopeful that we will be able to provide these this summer. Depending on what summer looks like will also determine when/if volunteering with swim lessons will begin. Register by May 9 to receive materials and communication before the first session. If you have questions, please email swim@temeculaca.gov. See Jr. Lifeguard Manual for additional information.
Schedule
Tentative training schedule is as follows:
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| May 21 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| May 28 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| Jun 11 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| Jun 18 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| Jun 25 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| Jul 2 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| Jul 9 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| July 16 | Thursday | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting |
| TBD Skills |
Thursday | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | CRC - Classroom |
| TBD Written Tests |
Thursday | 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. | CRC - Classroom |
| TBD Party! |
Saturday | 10:00 - 1:00 p.m. | CRC - Classroom and Pool |
Registration
Registration will be open online under Aquatics Programs in early spring.
Space is limited. Registration will be accepted at the Swim Test if spaces are still available.