• Nationals 
• Regionals

Junior Lifeguard programs were developed to provide beach and water safety training for boys and girls. The programs provide a sound aquatic background while acquainting participants with the hazards of the marine environment. Programs provide education and experience in ocean safety, first aid, rescue techniques, beach activities, physical fitness, and marine safety operations, while exposing participants to an environment that emphasizes courtesy, respect, discipline and good sportsmanship.

Programs are designed for children ages 9 to 17. Programs will vary in length and content but participants must meet the minimum requirements of the agency's program they wish to participate in. Although programs vary, participants are usually placed into one of four age divisions:

AA  16 - 17 years old
A    14 - 15 years old
B    12 - 13 years old
C      9 - 11 years old

Junior Lifeguards are invited to compete at the CSLSA Regional Competition each year in July, the USLA National competition each August, and the California State Games each July.

Junior Guard Annual Contest

Each summer, the CSLSA Junior Guards host a contest awarding one $500 savings bond to the winning entry in

each of the A, B, and C divisions. The type of contest is decided each year and could involve posters, photography or essays. Click HERE to view the 2007 Poster contest winners. View winning samples of Tidebook Covers and essays from previous years by clicking on the relative words.

2008

2007




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Junior Lifeguards of the Year
Each year, nominations are received from CSLSA's JG agencies for outstanding guards of the year. Winners are given cash awards and are highlighted in the Feature section of our JG magazine.

2007

550 Park Avenue
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

1. Swim Near A Lifeguard
2. Learn To Swim
3. Never Swim Alone
4. Don't Fight The Current
5. Swim Sober
6. Leash Your Board
7. Don't Float Where You Can't Swim
8. Life Jackets = Boating Safety
9. Don't Dive Headfirst, Protect Your Neck
10. At Home, You're The Lifeguard