Lifeguard Training
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training- Blended Learning
This comprehensive training program is for the individual who wishes to become a lifeguard at a pool. This will certify the passing student in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Lifeguard Training. Students must be 15 years old or older (proof of age must be shown at the 1st meeting) and pass a water skills test to be admitted into the class. Bring class material, swim suit, towel and comfortable clothing. MUST ATTEND ALL CLASSES PER SESSION. Each student will be provided a cpr mask and American Red Cross lifeguarding manuaayl.
Each student is also required to take approximately 8 hours of on line courses followed by a test that each student must pass with 80% or higher. Link for the for the on-line class will be sent out within two weeks of the first day of the course and must be completed by the last Saturday of the course.
Spring 2023 Lifeguarding Classes
Friday, March 10 (5pm to 8pm), Saturday March 11 (9am to 4pm), and Saturday March 18 (9am to 4pm)
or
Friday, April 7 (5pm to 8pm), Saturday April 8, (9am to 4pm), and Saturday April 15 (9am to 4pm)
Price: $249 (Resident) and $260 (Non Resident)
Minimum Skills required (Will be tested for these skills on the first night)
1. Continually Swim for 300 yards using freestyle or Breastroke
2. Tread Water for 2 minutes without using your hands or arms
3. Swim 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 5-7 feet, retrieve a diving brick, and swim back 20 yards holding the brick and swimming on your back. Must complete the task in 90 seconds.