Swim Test

NBJG Swim Test 2026 Reservations open February 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in your NBJG account. Swim test dates and times are subject to change. Swim tests take place rain or shine.

DATE TIME LOCATION TBD TBD TBD   Corona del Mar High School 2101 Eastbluff Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660   Live out of state? Click here

Prior to the Swim Test

 

Swim Test Requirements

Participant must pass the NBJG swim test each year to qualify for the program. Swim times from other programs and/or coaches are not allowed as a means of qualification. 

Swim Test Distance	100 yards (4 lengths of a 25-yard pool) in the times listed below. Participant starts in pool—no diving in.
Tread Water	NEW THIS YEAR! Tread water unassisted for 3 minutes. The tread water test takes place immediately after the swim.
Type of Swim Stroke	Any stroke is allowed during the swim test.
Equipment Allowed	The only equipment permitted during the swim test is a swimsuit, goggles, and a swim cap.
Maximum Number of Attempts	Participant may try a maximum of 5 times over the course of all tryout days. Once a swimmer passes the current year's swim test, they cannot try again for a faster time.
Age Deadlines	Program age deadlines are based on what your child’s age will be on June 30 of the current program year. Deadlines are firm.
Swim Time Requirement	Based on participant's age on June 30, 2026: 1:50 - Division D - Age 9 1:45 - Division C - Age 10, 11 1:40 - Division B - Age 12, 13 1:35 - Division A - Age 14, 15

 

What to Bring

ITEM:	NEEDED IF:
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.)
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 their birth certificate or passport for age verification. The document will be returned immediately at check-in.
Proof of Residency	​​​​​​​NEEDED for ALL Newport Beach residents. NEW THIS YEAR! ALL Newport Beach residents must provide proof-of-residency in order to register during either of the "Newport Beach Resident" registration windows. This is required for both new AND returning families. See additional details and "acceptable types of proof" at the bottom of this page. Newport residency is for registration window purposes only and is not required for participation in the NBJG Program. Participants who do not live in Newport Beach do not need to bring proof of residency.
Parent/Guardian	ALL PARTICIPANTS  All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
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:

Acceptable proof of Newport Beach residency includes (3 documents total):

1. A Government-Issued Photo ID: 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 must be present at swim test check-in to confirm proof of residency.
2. 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.