San Antonio
Fire
Department

SAFD Explorer Program
Registration for 2026 program









Available for youth ages 15-18, members will participate in trainings, meetings, drills, fundraising events, and station projects.
For many, this program will be the first step in the career to the fire service. 2026 Orientation will begin 1/13/2026
Trainings will be held every Tuesday, every month from 6:00 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the SAFD Training Academy. Start date TBD.
As a member, you will strive for excellence, be the best that you can be, promote department pride by example, and most of all have fun and be safe.
MISSION STATEMENT
To maintain a safe environment to gather within the community to learn about many aspects of the fire service and to provide avenues for positive social interaction for youth within the program, and within the community.