Lifeguard Course Materials

Click on each tab below to view the required assignments.

Print out the study packet and use the Lifeguarding Manual and Online Red Cross Lessons to complete it.

Chapters 1-6 must be completed before Day 1 Lecture.
Chapters 7-11 must be completed before Day 2 Lecture.

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Click Here to create an account and access the online Red Cross lifeguarding lessons.

The course will open in a pop-up window. Disable any pop-up blockers in your internet browser.

The CPR/AED/First Aid exam will be the last lesson of the online program.

Instructor will check your online completion email on Sunday’s pool session.

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Use the training manual below to complete the study packet and online lessons.

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Review all of the skills below which will be covered on pool day.

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Full Lifeguard Certification Prerequisites (will be performed on pool day) – Required for pools with 5 feet of water or greater.

Swim 300 yards (12 laps) continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.
Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits.
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 feet or greater to retrieve a 10-pound object.
  - Return to the surface and swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. Candidates should not swim the distance under water.
  - Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Shallow Water Lifeguard Certification Prerequisites (will be performed on pool day) – For pools with 5 feet of water or less.

- - Swim 100 yards (4 laps) continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles are allowed.
  - Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under their armpits.
  - Complete a timed event within 50 seconds.
    - Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.
    - Submerge to a depth of 4 to 5 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object at the surface of the water.
    - Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Lifeguard Course Materials

Click on each tab below to view the required assignments.

Print out the study packet and use the Lifeguarding Manual and Online Red Cross Lessons to complete it.

Chapters 1-6 must be completed before Day 1 Lecture.

Chapters 7-11 must be completed before Day 2 Lecture.

Click Here to create an account and access the online Red Cross lifeguarding lessons.

The course will open in a pop-up window. Disable any pop-up blockers in your internet browser.

The CPR/AED/First Aid exam will be the last lesson of the online program.

Instructor will check your online completion email on Sunday’s pool session.

Use the training manual below to complete the study packet and online lessons.

Review all of the skills below which will be covered on pool day.

Full Lifeguard Certification Prerequisites (will be performed on pool day) – Required for pools with 5 feet of water or greater.

Swim 300 yards (12 laps) continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.

Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits.

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 feet or greater to retrieve a 10-pound object.

Return to the surface and swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. Candidates should not swim the distance under water.

Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Shallow Water Lifeguard Certification Prerequisites (will be performed on pool day) – For pools with 5 feet of water or less.

Swim 100 yards (4 laps) continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles are allowed.

Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under their armpits.

Complete a timed event within 50 seconds.

Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.

Submerge to a depth of 4 to 5 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object at the surface of the water.

Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Course Refund Policy

Review the course refund policy below. By enrolling in the course, you accept the refund terms.

REFUND TERMS:

If student attends Day 1 only and does not attend Day 2 or 3: $120.00 refund will be issued.

If student attends Day 1 and Day 2 but does not attend Day 3 (pool day): $50.00 refund will be issued.

If student attends all 3 days but does not pass any part of the pool skills, online course lessons, study packet or exam: no refund will be provided.

Certification Requirements:

To receive certification, you must attend all class sessions, successfully perform all required skills, pass the written exam and complete the online Red Cross lifeguarding lessons. You will then receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED valid for 2 years.