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Junior Lifeguard Program
Ages 10-15
The Junior Lifeguard Program is designed for those with proficient swimming skills to become familiar with the aquatic environment, its hazards, and the demands of the job of a lifeguard. Participants will be actively involved with CCPRC beach and waterpark lifeguards, learning the basics of aquatic rescue. Lessons and activities include environmental awareness, first-aid, ocean proofing, physical training, rescue equipment, teamwork, and waterpark visits.
This is a very physically-demanding program in which junior guards are required to participate in running, ocean swimming, and lifeguarding drills.
2022 Summer Camp Mask Policy
Charleston County Parks will follow the masking guidance for summer camps provided by the CDC and Charleston County that is in effect at the time of your child’s camp.
Program Dates & Registration
Links to online registration are below. If you’d rather register by phone, you must complete an activity waiver online before calling to register. The call agent is unable to sign a waiver for you and will not be able to register you without one.
Ages 10-11
Dates & Locations
- June 13-17 at Folly Beach County Park
- June 27 - July 1 at Isle of Palms County Park
- *July 5-8 at Folly Beach County Park
- July 18-22 at Isle of Palms County Park
- July 25-29 at Folly Beach County Park
- August 1-5 at Isle of Palms County Park
Registration & Fees
- Register online
- $315 per session
(*July 5-8 session has reduced fee of $252)
First-time participants must pass a 75-yard swim test prior to the first day of the session. Swim tests are scheduled at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mt. Pleasant at Splash Island at 9 a.m. on May 21 and June 4, and at James Island County Park at Splash Zone at 9 a.m. on May 28 and June 11. Minimum enrollment required two weeks prior to the first day.
Ages 12-13
Dates & Locations
- June 13-17 at Isle of Palms County Park
- June 20-24 at Folly Beach County Park
- *July 5-8 at Isle of Palms County Park
- July 11-15 at Folly Beach County Park
- July 25-29 at Isle of Palms County Park
- August 1-5 at Folly Beach County Park
Registration & Fees
- Register online
- $315 per session
(*July 5-8 session has reduced fee of $252)
Ages 14-15
Dates & Locations
- June 20-24 at Isle of Palms County Park
- June 27 - July 1 at Folly Beach County Park
- July 11-15 at Isle of Palms County Park
- July 18-22 at Folly Beach County Park
Registration & Fees
- Register online
- $315 per session
First-time participants must pass a 125-yard swim test prior to the first day of the session. Swim tests are scheduled at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mt. Pleasant at Splash Island at 9 a.m. on May 21 and June 4, and at James Island County Park at Splash Zone at 9 a.m. on May 28 and June 11. Minimum enrollment required two weeks prior to the first day.
Requirements
Junior Lifeguards must participate in buoy swims, sand runs, and other unique physical activities at the beach and in the ocean. Because the program requires at least a basic swimming ability, all applicants who have not attended the Junior Lifeguard Program before must complete the following:
Program 1
- Swim 75 yards continuously and competently
- Swim under water for 10 feet
Program 2
- Swim 125 yards continuously and competently
- Swim under water for 10 feet
Program 3
- Swim 200 yards continuously and competently
- Swim under water for 10 feet
Advanced
- Must have completed at least one previous session of the Junior Lifeguard program.
Required Swim Test Schedule
For Programs 1, 2, and 3.
- Splash Island Waterpark at Palmetto Islands County Park: May 19 or June 2 at 9 a.m.
- Splash Zone Waterpark at James Island County Park: May 26 or June 9 at 9 a.m. @(Model.BulletStyle == CivicPlus.Entities.Modules.Layout.Enums.BulletStyle.Decimal ? "ol" : "ul")>