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Junior Lifeguard Program

Registration at 515 S. Atlantic Ave. for participants who do not have to attend the tryouts (children previously enrolled in the program) from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

The Junior Lifeguard Program was started in the summer of 1990 as a springboard for education in water safety, lifesaving techniques and beach ecology.

Junior Lifeguards get plenty of fresh air and sunshine along with exercise and professional surf training. For those students interested in learning competition skills, a mini team will be created in each session.

Junior Lifeguards will participate in daily team relays involving surfboard paddling, swimming, running and beach flags.

Additionally, professional training in CPR and first aid will be provided.

So, unless you’re looking forward to another hot, dry summer...Come to the tryouts and register for a summer of fun! If further information is needed, contact us via email us at jrlifeguard@co.volusia.fl.us  or call the Volusia County Beach Patrol 386-239-6414 ext. 270

2009 Junior Lifeguard schedule

This is not a “Learn to Swim” program...Swimming skills are a must!

Junior Lifeguards must have a basic swimming ability and be able to do the following requirements:

* swim 100 yards within 2:15 minutes
* tread water for five minutes
* swim underwater for 10 feet

2009 Tryouts:

Tryouts are held at all Volusia YMCA's Saturdays during the month of May. Official dates will be announced by March 15th. 2009

FACTS:
Eligibility
: Ages 9 to 15
Tuition: $TBA per junior lifeguard
Necessities: Footwear must be provided by
junior lifeguards. Each participant must bring a
bag lunch. We will provide refreshments and a
light snack. Note... Bathing suits and rash guards
will be provided and MUST be worn by junior
lifeguards.

Registration
: Due to the popularity of the
program, enrollment will be limited for each
session. Applications will be accepted on a
first come first serve basis.

SESSION DATES:

New Class Time: 9 a.m.* to 2 p.m.
Monday through Friday
* Student Drop-off is between 8 and 9 a.m.

Official class dates will be announced by March 15th.

Registration for the Junior Lifeguard program will
no longer take place at the pool try-outs. Once
requirements have been met, you may register
your child at the following location:

Volusia County Beach Patrol
515 S. Atlantic Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32118

Program tuition is due at time of registration.

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