Join the Asbury Park Jr. Guard Program!
The six-week training program runs from June 23 to July 31. Open for ages 9-15. Free for Asbury Park residents.

Registration deadline is June 15. Visit https://bit.ly/4bPPGEa Free for Asbury Park residents

Asbury Park Beach Patrol has a long-standing tradition as one of the oldest lifeguarding agencies in the United States. The Asbury Park Beach Patrol Junior Guard Program, aimed at youth ages 10 to 15, will teach beach safety and awareness and give participants the tools and skills necessary to become a lifeguard on our beachfront. The program will follow a curriculum developed in accordance with current Asbury Park Beach Patrol operations and United States Lifesaving Association Standards.

Junior Guard Program Details:

• 6-Week Program for Youth Ages 10 to 15
• Program runs from June 23 through July 31.
• Junior Guards meet Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 7:45am to 9:00am
• Registration Deadline: June 15
• No Cost for Residents (Proof of Residency required)
• Cost for Non-Residents is $100 due by June 15 (Payments can be made in-person by cash or check (made out to City of Asbury Park) at the Asbury Park Beach Office located on the Boardwalk at First Avenue)

Eligibility	FREE to Asbury Park Youth 10-15 Cost for Non-Residents is $100 due by June 15
Age Groups	Adolescents
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Last Updated: 05/05/25