Tryout Information
The Junior Lifeguard Tryout is a multi-event test that tests the swimming ability, endurance, and confidence of a prospective junior lifeguard participant. This passing of the junior lifeguard swim test is a requirement prior to enrollment in the HBFD Junior Lifeguard program. This is usually performed around April and May prior to the start of the Junior Lifeguard Program.
General Tryout Information
The HBFD Junior Lifeguard Tryouts is made up of three separate events. Performed in the following order.
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1. A 100-yard swim (50 Yards for Sand Crabs)
2. A treading water test
3. Underwater swim test
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The Requirements to pass are as follows:
"A", "B", & "C" Divisions:
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Swim 100 yards at or under one minute and 50 seconds
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Tread water for five minutes
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Swim underwater for 10 yards, at least three feet deep
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"Sand Crab" Division:
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Swim 50 yards at or under one minute and 15 seconds
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Tread water for 2 minutes
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Swim underwater for 5 yards, at least three feet deep
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What to bring:
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Swimsuit
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Towel
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Goggles (optional but suggested)
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Swimming Cap (optional but suggested)
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Tryout Dates:
Junior Lifeguard Tryouts
April 6 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
April 13 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
April 27 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.​
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Sand Crabs Tryouts
April 6 1 p.m. to 4:30 pm.
April 13 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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How to Sign Up:
PLEASE CREATE AN ACCOUNT ON WWW.HBSANDS.ORG
Create an account on HB Sands to access the programming available
through HB Community & Library Services, including HBJGs and MSE classes.
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Important Dates:
Program starts on June 23, 2025
Picture Day and Hot Dog BBQ are on July 11
End of Summer Ceremony on August 8
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Please watch the video below for a demonstration of the tryout.
How to be a JG 2025
