Doheny State Beach Junior Lifeguards

Dana Point, United States

5

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4 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 949-496-6162
Website:
www.dohojg.com
Address:
25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA, 92629
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.8 miOCTA
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Today 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Dana Point) 21:02 Thursday, 29 May 2025

Business hours

Monday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday –
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

The Junior Lifeguard Program emphasizes Teamwork, Leadership, and Aquatic Safety while introducing young people to safe marine and aquatic recreation opportunities. This program is designed to provide quality water safety education while improving young people’s physical conditioning, their understanding and respect for the environment, and their respect for themselves, their parents, and their peers. Participants of all abilities and skill levels may participate.

History

Established in 2015.

The purpose of the State Park Junior Lifeguard Program is accomplished by activities such as instruction and practice in open water swimming, paddle-​boarding, body surfing, body boarding, surfboarding, windsurfing, kayaking, skin diving and self rescue.

The State Parks Waterman Program goes beyond the original purpose of the the Junior Lifeguard Program as a stepping stone between conventional Junior Lifeguard Programs and becoming actual lifeguards. This program in particular is founded on fundamentals taught in Junior Lifeguard Programs and incorporates Stand Up Paddling, Dory Racing (Rowing), Free Diving, Tide Pool Exploration, Conservation Practices, Basic CPR & First Aid and Rescues.

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4 reviews of Doheny State Beach Junior Lifeguards

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Place rating: 5
Henderson, NV
There are two things that make this a special program; it is intense and fun at the same time. What makes this program great, they have wonderful instructors that care about your kids and want to see them do their best and reach their potential. They are serious about their job and take their time to get to know each of their kids personally to know their strengths and weaknesses.
We came all the way from Las Vegas to be in the program because we read about all the positive reviews. It definitely exceeded my expectations. I had two sons in the program this summer. One of my sons can be lazy sometimes. They would not allow him to quit or give up. The instructors have high expectations and they try and get the most out of their students. I was surprised to see how much both of my kids had grown and learned at the end of summer.
This camp is not a «daddy daycare». It is a special place where they can learn how to surf, use the paddle board, boogie board, sub squash and build friendships. Your kids will have a lot of fun and make wonderful childhood memories.
Place rating: 5
Dana Point, CA
This JG program is perfect for boys and girls at all ocean levels. The groups are small which allow the instructors to spend more time with the kids. First Aide, CPR, Fitness, Ocean Awareness and Safety, and LOTS OF FUN, especially on the SUP-​Squatch. My daughter has logged many hours surfing and paddleboarding at this beach and still learned new skills and info about Doheny. Can’t wait until next summer to do it all over again!
Place rating: 5
San Juan Capistrano, CA
First time I signed my son up for any summer activity not really knowing what to expect. I always come to Doheny State Beach and while walking around I saw their banner hanging up and figured that might be the perfect summer activity. My son is kind of scared of going in the ocean but seeing that he would be with trained lifeguards might boost his confidence. After the first day of being out there, my son couldn’t stop talking about how much he wanted to go back the next day. Made me feel so happy he was having such an amazing time. After the two weeks of being there, he wasn’t scared of the water, gained confidence, and most of all he had such a wonderful time. I know what I’ll be signing him up next summer for.
Place rating: 5
San Clemente, CA
I had both of my boys 14, and 12, in junior lifeguards this summer. My 14-​year-​old went in for the first two weeks and absolutely loved the program. He joined the second two weeks and became an aid and was able to assist the other children. My 12-​year-​old was very nervous and skeptical of the program because he doesn’t have a lot of self-​confidence in himself. He was very afraid of the tryouts and was very unsure of himself even swimming in the ocean. I encouraged him to join even though he had a lot of fear and ambivalence. By the end, he absolutely loved the program and wants to do it another two weeks this summer. His self-​esteem was raised tremendously. He got five awards and also received an award for the most inspirational participant. I was so impressed with the program itself but even more impressed with the instructors especially Eric who I believe is the head instructor. I would definitely recommend the program for all children but especially for children who have low self-​esteem and self-​confidence issues.