City of Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program
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2026 Swim Test Dates* Reservations are required!
Swim test reservations begin in January. Reservations are made through your NBJG account.
Corona del Mar High School
2101 Eastbluff Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
*Swim test dates and times are subject to change. Swim tests take place rain or shine. |
Swim Test Requirements
- Participant must swim 100 yards (4 lengths of a 25-yard pool) in the times listed below.
- NEW THIS YEAR! Tread water unassisted for 3 minutes. The tread water test takes place immediately after the swim.
- Any stroke is allowed during the swim test.
- Participant starts in the pool (no diving in).
- The only equipment permitted during the swim test is a swimsuit, goggles, and a swim cap.
- Participant may try a maximum of 5 times over the course of all tryout days.
- 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.
- Once a swimmer passes the current year's swim test, they cannot try again for a faster time.
- Age deadlines are firm. Participants cannot move up or down age groups.
Tread Water (all ages): 3 minutes
Swim time requirements by age:
| Born On/Between |
Participant's age on
June 30, 2026
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Division | Swim Time Requirement |
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| July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017 | 9 | D | 1:50 |
| July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2016 | 10, 11 | C | 1:45 |
| July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2014 | 12, 13 | B | 1:40 |
| July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012 | 14, 15 | A | 1:35 |
How to Prepare
Prior to the Swim Test
- Create/update your NBJG account online. Account creation/updating begins in January.
- Make a swim test reservation through your NBJG account. Swim test reservations begin January 30, 2025.
- Make sure you must have 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.
After the Swim Test
- Once your child passes the swim test, their account will be changed to "swim pass" within four business days.
- Review the uniform size chart and input inform items.
- Mark your calendar! Be sure to review the registration payment dates found on the NBJG log in page.
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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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. |
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Proof of Residency |
NEW THIS YEAR! NEEDED for ALL Newport Beach residents. Families in this category 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. |
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Parent/Guardian |
ALL PARTICIPANTS All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. |
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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:
Acceptable proof of Newport Beach residency includes (3 documents total):
- 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.
- 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.