The Vancouver Lifeguard Association is pleased to announce the return of the Beach Alert Jr.Lifeguard Camps. Supervised and taught by experienced Vancouver Waterfront Lifeguards, the VLA Beach Alert Camps have twenty years of experience teaching and providing a fun, safe and rewarding experience for kids ages 8 - 15. Great for kids with interest in learning water safety and lifesaving skills and those interested in Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and eventually National Lifeguard certification courses.

The VLA Beach Alert Jr. Lifeguard Camps

Prepares participants for Bronze level lifesaving certification courses.
Educate participants towards being safe in and around the water.
Provide education and practice to work as a Pool / Waterfront Lifeguard.
Introduce First Aid training including CPR (compressions only).

Candidates must wear their bathing suits to camp and bring

SUNSCREEN
FOOTWEAR
TOWELS
HAT
WATER (no glass please)

Participants must be 8-15 years old and able to swim at least two lengths of a normal-sized pool (50m), tread water for at least one minute and are comfortable in deep water.

Please contact programs@vancouverlifeguards.com for more information.

Refund policy: a $10 administration fee will be assessed to all refunds. Refunds will be provided if given 5 days notice before the start of the first day of the program. If less than 5 days notice, a partial refund of 50% will be issued. After the start of the program, no refund or credit will be issued except with a doctor's note.

Optional Rashguards are available for purchase on the Beach Alert website. These are designed to be snug to protect campers from chafing while paddling, as well as offer UPF 44+ sun protection. Sizing chart available on the VLA website: www.vancouverlifeguards.com/beach-alert

Beach Alert Week 1 (July 27 - Aug 31, 2026)