City of Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program
NBJG Program Dates
- June 16 - July 30, 2026
- Days: Monday through Thursday
- Session Times:
- Morning Session - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. *highly impacted*
- Afternoon Session - 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Attendance and Participation Requirements
How Much does the Program Cost?
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$856
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Payment is made during your registration window.
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Participant must pass the current year's NBJG swim test to be eligible for payment.
Swim Test
- All new and returning participants must annually pass the NBJG swim test.
- Swim tests typically take place in March. Reservations are required.
- Swim test includes a 100-yard pool swim and a tread water test.
- Review the swim test requirements.
Age Groups
- Ages 9 to 15, based on participant's age on June 30 of the current year's program.
- JGs are divided into four age divisions (described below).
- Instructor groups within each age division are developed based on NBJG swim test times.
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Age deadlines are firm.
Participant Age on June 30, 2026:
- 9 years old = Division D
- 10 or 11 years old = Division C
- 12 or 13 years old = Division B
- 14 or 15 years old = Division A
Other questions?