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Lifeguarding Class - Wednesdays

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 Thursday, February 15th.

In-Water Training Sessions

  • Session 1: February 21, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Gammon Pool
  • Session 2: February 28, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Gammon Pool
  • Session 3: March 6, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Gammon Pool
  • Session 4: March 13, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Gammon Pool
  • Session 5: March 20, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Gammon Pool
  • Session 6: March 27, 4:30 p.m.-8 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 all six days of the training sessions 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.