The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul ____Robert Wyland
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD &
LIFEGUARD TRAINING PROGRAMS
2022
Southampton Village Ocean Rescue
at Coopers Beach
Southampton
TIMES & DATES:
Saturday June 25th - 9:30 AM Pretest / Evaluation
Junior Lifeguard
Lifesaving Program
at SYS (Southampton Youth Services) Pool*
1370A Majors Path, Southampton
(*see Pretest Skills Required below)
Ages 11-14
Saturdays July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6 (test)
8:30 -10:30 AM at Coopers Beach
Ages 9-10
Saturdays July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6 (test)
10:15-11:00 AM at Coopers Beach
This course will help build skills, knowledge and attitudes for future lifeguards. The goal of this program is to introduce participants to lifesaving skills in and around the ocean.
The following skills will be taught:
● Ocean Swimming
● Beach Run
● Flag Colors/Meaning
● Current and Riptide Education
● Swimming with a Rescue Tube/Torpedo
● Beach Agility Course
● Introduction to First Aid and CPR
*Pretest Skills Required to Qualify for the Program:
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100 yd Swim (4 laps in the pool - continuously)
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Tread Water for 5 mins
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Retrieve a Brick from Bottom of Pool
COST: $125 (ages 11-14)
$150 (ages 9 -10)
checks made payable to Southampton Village
to be brought the day of the Pretest - June 25th
To Enroll in the Southampton Junior Lifeguard Program
For More Information Please Contact:
East Hampton Town
Lifeguard Program Descriptions
Nipper Guards
The Nipper Guard Program is a a more basic version of the Junior Lifeguard Program. The program introduces 6 to 8 year old children to open water safety and awareness.
East Lake Bay Beach - 6/29-8/3
YMCA - 5/8-6/12
Spring Junior Lifeguard Training, Evaluation & Testing Program
The Spring Junior Lifeguard Program is for ages 9-15. It is preparation for the Summer Junior Lifeguard Program. New Junior Lifeguards must take this training. Returning Junior Lifeguards must pass the swim test.
Spring Junior Lifeguard Program - YMCA - 3/5-6/19
Summer Junior Lifeguards
The Junior Lifeguard Program trains ages 9 to 14 in water safety and ocean awareness. Individuals will build open water swimming skills, gain confidence entering and exiting the ocean and learn rescue techniques needed to become a future lifeguard. Junior Lifeguards also have the opportunity to compete at local, regional and national competitions.
Summer Junior Lifeguard Program - Main Beach - 6/25-8/7
Summer Junior Lifeguard Program - Indian Wells, Atlantic Beach & Kirk Park - 6/25-8/7
Lifeguard Cadets
The Lifeguard Cadet course is uniquely designed for 15 and 16-year-olds who have graduated from the Junior Lifeguard Program. This class promotes beach safety and awareness, trains individuals to become future ocean lifeguards, and encourages the pursuit of lifeguard certifications upon turning 16.
Junior Lifeguard Cadet Program - Atlantic Ave Beach - 6/25-8/2
Lifeguard Stillwater Certification
This forty-hour course is a New York State approved Lifeguard Stillwater Certification class (level II b) for ages15 years and older who are looking to work as bay, lake, or pool lifeguards. The primary purpose of this practical course is to teach the skills needed to prevent drownings and to respond effectively to aquatic emergencies.
Lifeguard Stillwater Certification Course - Y & Alberts Landing Bay Beach - 4/17-6/16
Ocean Lifeguard Certification Course
This forty-hour Suffolk County, New York–approved ocean lifeguard certification class (surf level I) for ages 16 years and older is designed for those are looking to work as ocean lifeguards. The primary purpose of this practical course is to teach skills needed to prevent drownings and to respond effectively to aquatic emergencies that occur at ocean beaches. Individuals will learn rescue techniques necessary to save swimmers in distress in various conditions associated with the ever changing ocean currents.
Spring Ocean Lifeguard Certification Course - Maidstone Club Ocean & Pool - 5/31 - 6/14
Summer Ocean Lifeguard Certification Course - Indian Wells - 6/20 - 7/27
* Due to COVID restrictions, some programs may not be held or may be modified.
All Covid Protols Will Be Strictly Adhered To
Due to Covid All Programs Have Been Appropriately Modified
Please click on the links below for details