Refugio Junior Lifeguards

Program Information

The Refugio Junior Lifeguard Program is back at Refugio in 2025!  Learn lifeguard and ocean safety skills, build confidence, and develop camaraderie with your fellow JGs.

Our program teaches quality water safety education. Each instructor is a highly-trained, professional California State Park Lifeguard, all of whom are passionate about working with youth in a safe, fun, and team-centered environment.  Each instructor helps participants develop their swimming, bodysurfing, paddling, rescue, and first-aid skills.  JGs learn how to care for their local environment and to be guardians of the Gaviota coastline and its diverse marine and terrestrial inhabitants.  Refugio JG's believe in respect, overcoming challenges, building self-confidence, having pride in their accomplishments, and supporting and cheering for their fellow teammates. We are honored and proud to have served our local community for the past 30 years, since 1994!

Due to high demand and limited spaces, it is recommended to register early!

Registration for the 2025 Refugio Junior Lifeguard Program will open March 31st at 8AM!

 

Please reach out to Ben Donahue (refugio.guards@parks.ca.gov or 805-331-8018) if you have any questions!

 

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2025 Program Information

Session 1: June 23 - July 11 | Click Here to Register for Session 1

Competition Week: July 14 - 18 | Click Here to Register for Comp Week

Session 2: July 21 - August 8 | Click Here to Register for Session 2

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Fees

Session 1 & 2: $400 first family member - $380 additional family members

Competition Week: $175 first family member - $150 additional family members

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Bus Passes will be available at no cost once again in 2025!

Please remember that even though bus passes are free you MUST "purchase" one in order for your child to ride the bus.

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Tuition Assistance is available 

Tuition Assistance Application

For more info about our program, go to the "About Us" page or check out this video!!!