Safety Courses

Lifeguard Training

Learn the skills you need to prevent and respond to emergencies in and around the water. This American Red Cross class teaches professionalism, first aid, rescue skills and CPR. The class meets state-mandated guidelines for lifeguards and is required for employment by many agencies. Successful participation in all three class sessions is required in order to complete the course.

Prerequisite: 15 years old by the first day of class; 500-yard continuous swim; and 20-yard swim with a 10-lb. object.

Location: Sports Complex Aquatic Center
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Lifeguard Training Re-Cert

If your current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Card is due to expire, this 6-hour class can re-certify you. This class includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Preventing Disease Transmission, and Lifeguard Training. Attendance at the entire class session is mandatory as components are not taught separately.

Prerequisite: Must show proof of current ARC-LGT card on the day of the class. Participants should bring LGT book and pocket mask.

Location: Sports Complex Aquatic Center
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Water Safety Instructor - New 2004 Material

Successful completion of this course, featuring 2004 new program material, will certify you to teach all levels of American Red Cross progressive swimming courses. Included in this course is American Red Cross Fundamentals of Instructor Training (FIT). You must attend and successfully complete all class sessions to obtain certification.

Prerequisite: 16 years of age by the first day of class; 200-yard swim.

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