Asbury Park Junior Lifeguard Program
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. The six-week training program runs from June 26 to August 4. Open for ages 10-15. Free for Asbury Park residents. Registration deadline is June 15. Visit http://www.cityofasburypark.com/jrguard
Asbury Park Beach Patrol Junior Guard Program
Registration Form
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 26 through August 4
- 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 21 (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)
Please note, all Junior Guards will be required for a parent/guardian to sign a waiver of liability before they can participate in the program. The waiver will be emailed or can be picked up at the Asbury Park Beach Office located on the Boardwalk on First Avenue beginning in June. Please be sure to bring the waiver with you on the first day of the program.
| Eligibility | FREE to Asbury Park Youth 10-15 Cost for Non-Residents is $100 due by June 21 |
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Last Updated: 02/28/23
Asbury Park Recreation Department
The purpose of the Asbury Park Recreation Department is to provide quality recreational programs for the youth of our community and to support and enhance existing programs being conducted by recreational agencies within the City.