This comprehensive lifeguard training program includes all aspects of the professional lifeguard. Through videos, group discussion and hands-on practice, you will learn patron rescue and surveillance skills, First Aid, and CPR/AED. Successful completion of this course will result in Red Cross certification. Class materials are included in the fee. Please bring snacks, water, and extra towels.

Perquisites:

• Must be able to complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
  • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)
  • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
  • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both.
• Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
  • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed).
  • Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 - 10 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 hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
  • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Ages: 15 years & older

Fee: $250

*Please note the offered classes are a Blended Learning Environment. Blended learning combines online learning with in-person skills sessions where you will practice skills and demonstrate competency. Please plan to complete the initial eLearning lessons of your training at least two days prior to your first on-site skills session. Access will be provided to eLearning Center a week before class begins.

Register for class HERE.

Junior Lifeguarding is an exciting program to take your swimming skills to life saving knowledge. This class continues to enhance your learn to swim knowledge while introducing you to lifesaving skills, such as in-water rescues, use of rescue equipment, and First Aid, CPR, & AED training. Each participant will have the option of shadowing a lifeguard. This program does not guarantee a job as a lifeguard in the future but is a great way to work towards your goal.

Participants must be able to demonstrate the following skills before entering the program:

• Swim front crawl for 25-yards continuously while breathing to the front or side.
• Swim breaststroke for 25-yards using a pull, breathe, kick and glide sequence.
• Complete the Water Competency Sequence
  • Step into water from the side and totally submerge.
  • Maintain position for one minute by treading water or floating (or a combination of the two)
  • Rotate one full turn and orient to the exit.
  • Level off and swim on the front or back 25-yards.
  • Exit pool without using a ladder or steps.

Location: O'Neil Aquatics Center
Day: T/TH/F
Date: June 4 - 28
Ages: 11 – 14
Fee: $72

 Register for class HERE.