Junior Lifeguard Summer Program

Jun 23–27 and Jul 7–11
$200
Open to ages 10–17
Registration deadline:  Jun 20
Register at Hickam Harbor Marina Office

Here's a unique opportunity for teens and preteens to learn valuable real-life skills!  This program is  designed to introduce youth to ocean safety, basic lifesaving skills, first aid, and physical conditioning, all while fostering teamwork, leadership, and respect for the ocean environment.

The five-day course will be two hours each day, from 7:30–9:30 a.m. at White Plains Beach.  Call 808-682-4925 for more information.

Daily Schedule & Curriculum:

Day 1: Introduction & Ocean Awareness
Objective: Build familiarity with the program, assess fitness levels, and introduce ocean safety principles.

• Warm-up & Stretching (15 min)
• Program Orientation & Safety Rules (15 min)
• Basic Water Entry & Exit Techniques (30 min)
• Identifying Ocean Hazards (Rip Currents, Waves, Marine Life) (30 min)
• Basic Swimming Skills & Endurance Test (30 min)
• Team Building & Beach Games (30 min)

Day 2: Rescue Techniques & First Aid Basics
Objective: Teach basic rescue techniques and introduce first aid skills.

• Warm-up & Conditioning Run/Swim Drills (20 min)
• Rescue Tube & Buoy Techniques (30 min)
• Basic First Aid (CPR, Wound Care, Heat Exhaustion, Sun Safety) (45 min)
• Rescue Scenarios (Tired Swimmer, Panicked Swimmer) (45 min)
• Relay Races & Beach Games (40 min)

Day 3: Advanced Rescues & Surf Skills
Objective: Improve rescue skills and introduce surf-related lifesaving techniques.

• Warm-up & Swim/Run Drills (20 min)
• Introduction to Paddleboards for Rescues (30 min)
• Ocean Rescue Drills (Multiple Victims, Unconscious Victim) (45 min)
• Intro to Body Surfing & Duck Diving Techniques (30 min)
• Mock Rescue Scenarios & Teamwork Challenges (30 min)
• Cooldown & Review (25 min)

Day 4: Emergency Response & Competitions
Objective: Simulate real-life scenarios and reinforce quick decision-making skills.

• Warm-up & Ocean Conditioning (Longer Swim/Run Challenge) (30 min)
• Rescue Relay Competitions (Tube Rescues, Paddle Rescues, Run-Swim-Run) (45 min)
• Spinal Injury Management & Backboard Techniques (45 min)
• Mock Emergency Scenario (Team-Based Response to a Beach Emergency) (45 min)
• Beach Cleanup & Ocean Conservation Discussion (15 min)

Day 5: Final Assessment & Fun Day
Objective: Evaluate skills learned and celebrate completion of the program.

• Warm-up & Stretching (15 min)
• Timed Swim & Rescue Test (Individual & Team Assessment) (45 min)
• Obstacle Course Challenge (Run-Swim-Rescue) (45 min)
• Junior Lifeguard Games & Friendly Competitions (45 min)
• Graduation Ceremony (Certificates, Group Photos, Awards) (30 min)

Additional Notes:

• Instructors: Certified lifeguards & first aid instructors
• Required Equipment: Swim fins, rash guards, sunscreen
• Prerequisites: Basic swimming ability & comfort in the ocean