Become a L.A. City Lifeguard: Upcoming Test
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Testing Criteria:
- Complete the 70 foot Dummy Tow test under 1:18 minutes or less.
- Complete the 200 yard Medley swim under 3:52 minutes or less.
- Must be 17 years old or older by June 1, 2026.
What to Bring to the Swim Test: Swim Suit , Cap, Goggles. Valid government issued ID.
Successful candidates will be invited to the mandatory application processing. Upon completing the swim tests, and other qualifications, new applicants will be required to successfully complete the paid 96-hour Lifeguard Academy as well as additional paid in-service training.
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Academy Dates:
| Winter 2025-2026 | |||
| Date | Location | Date | Location |
| Day 1 - 10/11/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center | Day 6 - 10/26/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center |
| Day 2 - 10/12/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center | Day 7 - 11/1/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center |
| Day 3 - 10/18/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center | Day 8 - 11/2/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center |
| Day 4 - 10/19/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center | Day 9 - 11/8/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center |
| Day 5 - 10/25/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center | Day 10 - 11/9/25 | Celes King Aquatic Center |
Academy Orientation: Mandatory Day 1, October 11, 2025
Academy Dates: All training will be held from 8:00 AM to approximately 6:00 PM.
Graduation Date: November 9, 2025
Time: TBA
| Spring 2026 | |||
| Date | Location | Date | Location |
| Day 1 - 03/21/26 | Expo Center | Day 6 - 04/11/26 | Expo Center |
| Day 2 - 03/22/26 | Expo Center | Day 7 - 04/12/26 | Expo Center |
| Day 3 - 03/28/26 | Expo Center | Day 8 - 04/18/26 | Expo Center |
| Day 4 - 03/29/26 | Expo Center | Day 9 - 04/19/26 | Expo Center |
| Day 5 - 04/4/26 | Expo Center | Day 10 - 04/25/26 | Expo Center |
Academy Orientation: Mandatory Day 1, March 21, 2026
Academy Dates: All training will be held from 8:00 AM to approximately 6:00 PM.
Graduation Date: April, 25, 2026
Time: TBA
Note: All Academy Locations, Dates and Times are subject to change.
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