Beach Patrol
ATTENTION:
Tents are not allowed on Beach Haven beaches, per Borough code Chapter 55-9. Only 7ft. umbrellas, with an anchor, and 4ftx4ft baby tents are allowed. Do not block beach entrances and life guard stands with your beach setup. Borough Beach Patrol staff will be monitoring this closely. CLICK HERE to view the updated code concerning tents on the beach.
Beach Coverage
THERE ARE NO LIFEGUARDS ON THE BEACHES UNTIL NEXT SEASON
IT IS DANGEROUS TO SWIM WITHOUT LIFEGUARDS
List of Covered Beaches
(when guards are on duty)
12th Street
Taylor Ave.
5th Street
2nd Street
Centre Ave.
Engleside Ave.
Pearl St.
Belvoir Ave.
Essex Ave.
Liberty Ave.
Kentford Ave.
BEACH HAVEN BEACH PATROL’S
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM
Programs:
- Level 1 (age 10-12): $90.00, Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 2nd until August 8th, 10am-12pm
- Level 2 (age 13-15): $150.00, Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, July 1st until August 9th, 10am-12pm
APPLICATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
A Day in the Life of a Junior Guard:
All Jr. Guards are provided a uniform and begin each day with a meeting on the beach to go over the plans for the day. The meeting is followed by a workout that varies daily and requires participants to swim, run, and paddle board. The program provides an element of professionalism with a great mix of fun and a camp like atmosphere. Outside competitions where kids can showcase their talents and abilities are offered but not required. The Junior Lifeguard Program (JLP) is a wonderful way for kids and young adults to gain professional knowledge about ocean and beach safety along with developing friendships and experiences that will last a lifetime!
More About the JLP:
Beach Haven’s Junior Lifeguard Program started in 2006. The purpose of the younger program (10yrs. to 12yrs.) is to introduce kids to an ocean education, water safety, swim techniques, and the use of a paddle board. Participants who are 13-15 years of age will receive an in depth education on ocean conditions, lifesaving techniques, first aid, and a basic overview of how the Beach Haven Beach Patrol system works. The goal of the JLP is to create a feeder program where former Junior Lifeguards become ocean lifeguards for Beach Haven.
Junior Lifeguard Program Director
Chris Esibill
bhlit@beachhaven-nj.gov
CENTRE STREET BADGE OFFICE
Located at the Lifeguard Headquarters, at the beach entrance
#609-492-9193 (line is only in use when the office is open)
Hours of Operation:
MONDAY THRU SATURDAY 9am-3:30pm
SUNDAY 9am-2:30pm
