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Lifeguard Training-American Red Cross Certification
Be a leader, be a lifeguard! Our expert instructors will train you for one of the most rewarding jobs you’ll ever have.
*Prices Subject to Change
Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid
American Red Cross training includes: CPR/AED/First Aid/Lifeguarding
Prerequisites:
Minimum age of 15 by the last day of the class. Photo ID required for proof of age.
Able to swim 150 yards continuously, immediately tread water without hands for two minutes, then swim another 50 yds. MUST be able to show breath control with face IN the water and continuous movement in the water. No stopping or taking breaks.
Timed event: Participants must retrieve a 10-lb object and, after surfacing, return to the
starting point while holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping their face at or near the surface. Swimming underwater is not permitted.
Please enter a specific email address for the participant. If your email is the same as your child’s, there will be potential issues getting into the program and getting certificates.
Participants must attend all in-person sessions listed below; no make up classes are offered.
All Classes will be Friday, Saturday, Sunday at the following times:
Friday from 5-9pm
Saturday from 7am-4:30pm
Sunday from 7am-3pm
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/1/24 | 4/27/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 250.00 | $ 250.00 | $ 250.00 |
Lifeguarding/AED/CPR/First Aid
American Red Cross training includes: CPR/AED/First Aid/Lifeguarding. Prerequisites: Minimum age of 15 by the last day of the class; must be able to swim 150 yards continuously, immediately tread water without hands for two minutes, swim another 50 yds* and retrieve a 10-lb brick in 9 ft of water.
*MUST be able to show breath control with face IN the water and continuous movement in the water. No stopping or taking breaks.
Photo ID required for proof of age. Participants must attend all classes listed for the session; no make up classes are offered.
Please enter an email address for the participant. If your email is the same as your child’s there will be potential issues getting into the program and getting the certificates.
Class Schedule: Dec 12/6-12/8
Friday, 12/6: 4:00-9:00 pm
Saturday, 12/7: 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Sunday, 12/8: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
FEBRUARY 21-23
Fri: 4-9
Sat: 830-430
Sun: 830-430
MARCH 21-23
Fri: 4-9
Sat: 830-430
Sun: 830-430
APRIL 25-27
Fri: 4-9
Sat: 830-430
Sun: 830-430
MAY 16-18
Fri: 4-9
Sat: 830-430
Sun: 830-430
JUNE 11-13
Wed: 1-9p
Thurs: 9-5
Fri: 9-3
DECEMBER
TBD (usually the first full weekend in Dec)
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/24 | 5/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 250.00 | $ 250.00 | $ 250.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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02/21/25 - 02/23/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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8 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 02/07/2025 |
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03/21/25 - 03/23/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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13 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 03/07/2025 |
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04/25/25 - 04/27/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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15 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 04/11/2025 |
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05/16/25 - 05/18/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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15 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 05/02/2025 |
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06/11/25 - 06/13/25
We,Th,Fr
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14 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 05/28/2025 |
