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Lifeguarding Class - Session 1 of 2

If you're passionate about becoming an American Red Cross Lifeguard, this class is for you!

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PLEASE NOTE: These classes are held at Gammon Pool

Prerequisite In-Water Pretest:

Participants must be at least 15 years old and able to complete the following:

  • 300 yard continuous swim (front crawl/breaststroke), demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing
  • two minute tread (using legs only)
  • complete a timed, deep-water brick retrieval event within 1 minute, 40 seconds

You must pass the In-Water Pretest at Anderson Aquatics Center prior to close of business on Tuesday, February 6th.

In-Water Training Sessions

  • Session 1: February 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Gammon Pool
  • Session 2: February 25, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Gammon Pool

A portion of the class will be completed online. You will receive the link for the online portion of the class after completing the in-water pretest.

Participants must attend both days of the training session they registered for and successfully complete a skills test and written exam to receive certification. Any class conflicts may be discussed with the instructor and approved prior to class. Certification is through the American Red Cross and is valid for two years.

Cost

Cost of Lifeguard Training is $150, paid at the time of registration.

Registration Information

Register in person at Anderson Aquatics Center. For more information, call (502) 624-6217.

Proof of age is required on the first day of class in order to verify eligibility. Must be 15 years old to participate. 

Program
Anderson Indoor Aquatics Center
  • Anderson Aquatic Center
  • Hours:
    Monday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    9:30am-10:30am
    Water Aerobics
    11:00am-1:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    Tuesday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    8:30am-10:30am
    Recreational Swim
    11:00am-1:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    4:30pm-6:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    Wednesday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    9:30am-10:30am
    Water Aerobics
    11:00am-1:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    4:30pm-6:30pm
    Recreational Swim
    Thursday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    8:30am-10:30am
    Recreational Swim
    11:00am-1:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    4:30pm-6:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military P
    Friday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    9:30am-10:30pm
    Water Aerobics
    11:00am-1:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    4:30pm-6:30pm
    Lap Swim/Military PT
    Saturday
    11:00am-5:00pm
    Recreational Swim
    Sunday
    11:00am-5:00pm
    Recreational Swim