Aquatic Camps

Participants from Jr. Guard Camp using a raft in the pool.

Give your camper the opportunity to stay active, discover new skills, and uncover their inner creativity while camp leaders and instructors keep everyone happy and safe.

  • Registration opens March 4, 2026

JR. GUARD

Jr. Guard is a fun, interactive, engaging summer camp that builds confidence and self-esteem while learning skills required for lifeguarding. Each week will focus on physical fitness, water skills, teamwork, emergency preparedness, and training in different American Red Cross skills based on the week's theme. For ages 11-14.

Summer 2026 Schedule

Classes are one-week sessions, held Monday - Friday, from 9 am - 4 pm at the Elk Grove Aquatics Center

  • Week 1: June 1 - June 5
  • Week 2: June 8 - June 12
  • Week 3: June 15 - June 19
  • Week 4: June 22 - June 26
  • Week 5: June 29 - July 2 (no class July 3)
  • Week 6: July 6 - July 10
  • Week 7: July 13 - July 15 (no class July 16-17)
  • Week 8: July 20 - July 24
  • Week 9: July 27 - July 31
  • Week 10: August 3 - August 7

Weekly Themes

Campers will have the opportunity to receive training in a variety of American Red Cross skills, as outlined in the Jr. Guard Information and Themes (PDF). Skills include: First Aid, Adult and Child CPR, and Basic Water Rescue. Sessions are led by Cosumnes CSD Aquatic staff.

Know Before You Go

Participants need to bring the following: change of clothes, snack, lunch, sunscreen, swimsuit, towel, and water bottle.

Each participant will be tested on the first day for the following prerequisites: swim 100 yards front crawl, and tread water for 1 minute.

Register

Registration is available online (external link), in-person at a Cosumnes CSD Customer Service Location, or by phone at 916-405-5600.

CAMP SPLASH

Embark on a splash-filled journey this summer at Camp Splash! Dive into a world of exciting games, crafts, nature exploration, and scientific wonders. Our camp promotes health, wellness, and active enjoyment. Each day includes swimming. For ages 7-14.

Summer 2026 Schedule

Classes are held Monday - Friday in one-week sessions from 9 am - 3 pm at the Wackford Aquatic Complex.

  • Week 1: June 1 - June 5
  • Week 2: June 8 - June 12
  • Week 3: June 15 - June 19
  • Week 4: June 22 - June 26
  • Week 5: June 29 - July 2 (no class July 3)
  • Week 6: July 6 - July 10
  • Week 7: July 13 - July 15 (no class July 16-17)
  • Week 8: July 20 - July 24
  • Week 9: July 27 - July 31
  • Week 10: August 3 - August 7

Know Before You Go

Participants are required to bring the following: closed-toe shoes, a change of clothes, a snack, lunch, sunscreen, a swimsuit, a towel, and a water bottle.

Each participant will be tested on the first day for the following prerequisites: Participant must have completed Seahorse Level 2 swim lesson.

Register

Registration is available online (external link), in-person at a Cosumnes CSD Customer Service Location, or by phone at 916-405-5600.

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