Teen and Early Adult Recreation

The Job Apprentice Program was developed to provide youth participants with opportunities to receive “hands-on” training and experiences in a variety of occupational areas within the City of Santa Barbara.

The program helps youth build positive community relationships and assists them in developing self-awareness and life skills by empowering participants to build on and strengthen their own support bases.

Contact
Nicole Morgan
(805) 897-2582
NMorgan@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

The Junior Counselor program is designed for teens ages 13-17 to earn volunteer service hours and develop and strengthen their leadership skills while assisting summer camp counselors with daily activities. 

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Build confidence, strengthen your ocean skills, and train alongside professional lifeguards in one of the nation's top Junior Lifeguard programs. Teens develop lifesaving techniques, teamwork, leadership, and marine safety while enjoying an active summer at East Beach. 

Choose from multiple summer sessions designed for different age groups and skill levels. Participants also have the opportunity to take part in friendly lifeguard competitions, where they can challenge themselves, build camaraderie, and showcase the skills they've developed throughout the program. 

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The Santa Barbara Arts Alliance is a FREE art-based mentoring program that provides leadership and life skills development opportunities through hands-on service projects.

The Arts Alliance encourages youth to take lead roles in developing, planning, and implementing service projects including graffiti abatement, neighborhood clean-ups, and the creation and installation of murals in public spaces previously plagued by graffiti vandalism.

The program is based at the Franklin Neighborhood Center. 

Contact
Ricardo Venegas
(805) 897-2547
RVenegas@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

The Santa Barbara Youth Council gives local teens the opportunity to make a real impact in their community. As a Youth Council member, you'll work alongside City leaders, help shape programs and events for young people, and represent the voices of teens in Santa Barbara.

Whether you're passionate about leadership, community service, or creating positive change, the Youth Council is a chance to develop new skills, meet other youth leaders, and make your ideas heard. 

Learn more about eligibility, meeting schedules, responsibilities, and how to apply. 

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Contact
Nicole Morgan
(805) 897-2582
NMorgan@SantaBarbaraCA.gov