Junior Lifeguard Programs

2022 Keiki and Junior Lifeguard Program

This free program is open to all Kaua'i Keiki ages 8-11 and Juniors 12-17. Space is VERY limited! The program demonstrates Ocean Safety awareness and valuable lifesaving skills taught by Kaua'i's finest Ocean Safety Instructors. During this week long program our Keiki will gain the following skills;

  • Hands on learning
  • Lifesaving and rescue skills
  • Hands only CPR and first aid
  • Team work and problem solving
  • Beach hazards and ocean safety awareness

The Ocean Safety Bureau remains focused on protecting the health and safety of our keiki and community and we will be following CDC recommended guidelines for COVID 19.

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Program Information:

  • Limited Enrollment!
  • Monday thru Friday from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Keikis must be able to swim and run 50 yards non-stop with no assistance as well as give 100% at all times!
  • Juniors must be able to swim and run 100 yards non-stop with no assistance and also give 100% at all times!
  • Please remember to bring a lunch, drinks, towel, and sunscreen each day.

Program Dates:

Salt Pond Beach - June 13-17, 2022

Kalapki Beach - June 20-24, 2022

Hanalei Pavilion - June 27 - July 1, 2022

Wanini Beach - July 11-15, 2022

Kalapaki Beach - July 18-22, 2022

STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Ala Moana Beach Park - July 30, 2022

Online Registration begins Monday, May 2, 2022 at 7:45 am HST

Click on the registration links below

Registration for 2022 Keiki Lifeguard Program ages 8-11

Registration for 2022 Junior Lifeguard Program ages 12-17

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD WAIVER FORM(PDF, 165KB)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PROGRAM FLYER(PDF, 993KB)

AFTER REGISTERING, PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOU RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. YOU WILL NEED TO SEND YOUR CHILD'S BIRTH CERTIFICATE AND WAIVER FORM(PDF, 165KB) TO OCEANSAFETY@KAUAI.GOV PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF THE PROGRAM TO COMPLETE THE FULL REGISTRATION PROCESS.

**Birth certificate and waiver forms are required for each participant**

Individuals requiring additional support or an auxiliary aid in order to participate in the program, please call Kalani Vierra at 241-4984 (voice) or email dvierra@kauai.gov (text) five days before the event.

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