lifeguarding
Are you interested in becoming a lifeguard or do you need to re-certify so your certificate remains valid? Are you a certified lifeguard who would like to pass your knowledge onto others? If so, check out our classes!
The first step to becoming a lifeguard is to register and pass the pre-test. This is a requirement for all candidates seeking certification and for those re-certifying.
After passing the pre-test, you may register for the lifeguarding class associated with the pre-test, which is described below. (Please DO NOT sign up for a pretest if you are unable to attend that month’s class). The maximum number of participants in a class is 10; our classes typically fill up quickly, so we encourage you to register early! You can register online or at the Front Desk.
LIFEGUARD class
The Lifeguarding course provides participants the knowledge and skills to prevent recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies in both shallow water (less than 7 feet) and deeper water (7 feet or more) and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. This class is taught in a blended learning format and the assigned online portion(s) (accessed via mobile desktop or tablet) must be completed prior to each instructor-led session. Participants who successfully complete this course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding (including deep water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid valid for 2 years.
Prerequisites: A swim test will be scheduled prior to the first day of the lifeguard training. Individuals signing up for the Lifeguard Certification class must pass the swim test. You must be 15 years of age and able to pass the lifeguard pre-test.
• May 9 - 11, 2025 •
COST: Non-Member • $375 // Member • $300
lifeguard pretest
To be eligible to take the Lifeguard Certification and Recertification courses, all students must complete the following:
Complete a swim- tread-swim sequence: Jump into the water submerge resurface swim 150 yards (using the front crawl breaststroke or a combination of both) maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs then swim 50 yards using the front crawl breaststroke or a combination of both.
Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds by starting in the water swimming 20 yards surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 12 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point holding the object at the surface with both hand exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Ages 15+
Member • $15 // Non-Member • $20
• MAY 2, 2025 •
junior lifeguard class
American Red Cross Junior Lifeguarding is designed to guide youth to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course by building a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills for future lifeguards. Participants are not required to master or perfectly execute skills. They should learn techniques and build stamina during this program.
Participants must adhere to all course requirements to pass the class. Junior Lifeguarding is an effective transition from upper-level Learn-to-Swim courses to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program, challenging and encouraging participants to stay involved with aquatics.
Junior Lifeguarding will introduce participants to the following:
The skills needed for entry to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course
Communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills
The basic responsibilities of a lifeguard
The basic knowledge and skills required to participate in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course.
• 2025 Dates coming soon •
COST: $150
lifeguard RECERTIFICATION
This course is for those who hold a CURRENT American Red Cross lifeguarding certification and want to renew their certificate. Class includes ARC First Aid & CPR/AED. Students must attend the full class, complete all course work, and pass the final skills test and written exam in Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid to obtain certification. All students must be able to pass the pretest administered prior to the class session.
• No classes scheduled at this time - stay tuned for updates •
Member • $175 // Non-Member • $250
LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
Teach others how to save a life! You must be at least 16 years of age, have current ARC lifeguarding certification, and be able to pass the lifeguard pre-test. Class includes ARC First Aid & CPR/AED. Students must attend all classes, complete all course work, and pass the final skills test and written exam in Lifeguarding Instructor, CPR/AED, and First Aid to obtain certification.
• NO CLASSES CURRENTLY SCHEDULED. STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES. •
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASSES
If you want to start teaching swim lessons, the Water Safety Instructor class is the way to go! We offer a blended learning class environment which includes an online portion of reading and videos you complete before the class and then two days of skills sessions to work on your skills and teaching. In order to register, please click the link below. There will be 2 Registrations. First, you must register with the facility through the link below. Second, please read the instructions on the link. These will give you step-by-step instructions on how to register through the American Red Cross and access the materials for the class.
Member • $225 + $38 ARC Registration Fee // Non-Member: $300 + $38 ARC Registration Fee