Vanguard AquaticsJunior Guard Prep Courses
- Protect yourself and others in the ocean environment.
- Improve mental and physical skills.
- Boost confidence and endurance.
Vanguard Aquatics Junior Guard Prep Courses
Pass the Junior Lifeguard Swim Test
Huntington Beach has one of the most unique traditions in its various Jr. Guard Programs offered in the summer months. Our junior guard prep. classes are specifically designed to help our community kids in improving their conditioning and swimming fundamentals to qualify, and participate safely in junior lifeguards.
At the end of the week, we will test our swimmers to see their progression in their 100 yard times, getting them to their qualifying times, or just making sure they have the best skills to enjoy junior guards with their friends!
Program Director: Chris Kaps
Coach Kaps has over 20 years experience in the swimming and water polo community. He currently runs the Vanguard Aquatics Swim Academy and also coaches one of our high level Boys Water Polo Teams. He prepares all of our Age Group Swimmers and Water Polo players with his fundamental program.
Recently, he has also been involved in Nova Aquatics as one of the Senior Level conditioning and strength coaches for some of the best swimmers in Orange County. He has also coached swimming at Fountain Valley High School, and Huntington Beach High School.
Qualification Standards for Local Junior Guard Programs:
Huntington City Beach
Swim 100 yards in under:
1:50 (9-13 years old)
1:45 (14-17 years old)
Tread Water for 5 minutes.
Swim underwater for 10 yards.
Huntington State Beach
Swim 100 yards in under:
2:10 (9-10 year olds)
2:00 (11-12 year olds)
1:50 (13-15 year olds)
Tread Water for 5 minutes.
Swim underwater for 10 yards.
Bolsa Chica State Beach
Swim 100 yards in under:
2:20 (9-10 year olds)
2:10 (11-12 year olds)
2:00 (13-15 year olds)
Tread Water for 5 minutes.
Swim underwater for 10 yards.
Why Should You Child Join The Junior Guard Program?
Water sports have a proven track record for developing your child’s inner wellbeing, cardiovascular, and many other aspects of physical and mental health.
