City of Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program
2022 Swim Test
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RESERVATION REQUIRED
Famlies are required to make a reservation for the swim test.
In addition to making a reservation, make sure you have created/updated your NBJG account.
Reservation details coming in January 2022
Swim Test Dates: TBD
Location: Corona del Mar High School Pool, 2101 Eastbluff Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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2022 Swim Requirements
Prior to the Swim Test
- You must create/update your NBJG account online prior to attending the NBJG Swim Test!
- Prepare all required documents from the "What to Bring" section below.
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All NBJG participants are required to pass the NBJG Swim Test each year in order to qualify for program participation.
At the Swim Test
- You must have all required documents from the "What to Bring" section below.
- Participant must swim 100 yards (4 lengths of a 25 yard pool) in the times listed below. You may try a maximum of 5 times in the course of the 3 tryout days.
- Participant must tread water for 3 minutes without touching the sides of the pool.
Swim Time Requirements by Division:
| Born On/Between | Division | Swim Time Requirement |
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| July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013 | D | 1:55 |
| July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012 | C | 1:45 |
| July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2010 | B | 1:40 |
| July 1, 2006 to June 30, 2008 | A | 1:35 |
What to Bring
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Swim Test Form |
ALL PARTICIPANTS All participants must bring a printed and signed swim test form before they are allowed in the pool. (The form is found on the "acknowledge & print waiver" tab of your child's account.) |
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ORIGINAL Birth Certificate or Passport |
NEEDED IF the child listed on swim test form did not participate in the prior year's summer NBJG Program. If child listed on swim test form did not participate in the prior year's NBJG Program, you must bring his/her ORIGINAL birth certificate or passport for age verification. The document will be returned immediately at check-in. Photocopies and/or photos of these documents are NOT accepted. |
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Proof of Residency |
NEEDED IF you are a Newport Beach resident and your child did not participate in prior year's summer NBJG Program. Families in this category must provide proof-of-residency in order to register during the "New Newport Beach Resident" registration window. See additional details and "acceptable types of proof" at the bottom of this page. Participants who do not live in Newport Beach do not need to bring proof of residency. |
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Parent/Guardian |
ALL PARTICIPANTS Participants trying out must have a legal parent/guardian present with them at the swim test. |
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Proper Swim Equipment |
ALL PARTICIPANTS Should wear goggles, a swim cap, and a fitted, race-style swimsuit. (Loose boardshorts and ruffled/frilly swimsuits cause drag in the water and will slow swimmers down.) |
Proof of Newport Beach Residency Documents:
The name listed on the proof-of-residency documents must also match the name of the parent/guardian on the swim test form. This person should be present at the swim test.
Acceptable proof of Newport Beach residency includes (3 documents total):
- A Government-Issued Photo ID matching the name of the parent/guardian listed on swim test form. (This person should be present at swim test check-in.)
- AND TWO of the following*:
Mortgage or Lease Contract,
Property Tax Bill,
Utility Bill,
Bank Statement or Check,
Vehicle Registration
*If your government-issued photo ID from item 1 has your current address, you only need 1 proof-of-residency from item 2.