Testing Criteria:
- Complete the 1000 yard open water swim under 19:59 minutes or less.
- Must be 18 years old or over by May 10, 2025
- Must have a valid California Driver's License
What to Bring to the Swim Test: Swim suit, cap, goggles, valid government-issued ID
Successful candidates will be invited to the mandatory application processing. Upon completing the swim tests, and other qualifications, new applicants will be required to successfully complete the paid 100-hour Lifeguard Academy as well as additional paid in-service training.
2025 OPEN WATER LIFEGUARD ACADEMY TRAINING DATES
Academy Dates: All training will be held from 8:00 AM to approximately 6:00 PM.
Academy Orientation:
TBD @ Cabrillo Beach
Academy Dates:
| Date | Location | Date | Location |
| Day 1 - 03/22/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam | Day 6 - 04/06/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam |
| Day 2 - 03/23/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam | Day 7 - 04/12/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam |
| Day 3 - 03/29/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam | Day 8 - 04/13/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam |
| Day 4 - 03/30/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam | Day 9 - 04/19/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam |
| Day 5 - 04/05/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam | Day 10 - 04/26/25 | Cabrillo Beach/ Hansen Dam |
Graduation:
April 26, 2025 10:00 a.m.
Note: All Academy Locations, Dates and Times are subject to change.