1. Provide proof of identity and age. Participants must be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course. The Lifeguarding Instructor will verify the eligibility of participants to participate in the course by checking their proof of age and identity, which can be a driver’s license, state identification card, passport, or birth certificate.
   1. If a birth certificate is used to provide proof of age, an additional form of identification with a photo is also needed.
2. Successfully complete a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation. The prerequisite swimming skills evaluation is designed to confirm that participants have the physical ability to successfully participate in the training.
   Each participant is allowed two attempts for each skill test:
   1. Prerequisite 1: Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence (150/50 yards). You must complete the following sequence:
      • Jump into the water from the side, totally submerge, recover to the surface and swim 150 yards.
      • After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water without support for 2 minutes by treading. While treading, you can only use your legs. Place your hands under your armpits. Your head must remain above the surface of the water.
      • After maintaining position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes, swim 50 more yards.
      • While swimming, you must swim continuously, keeping your face in the water and demonstrating good breath control.
      • You may use the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.
   2. Prerequisite 2: Timed Event. 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 your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted.
      • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

The course is offered in a blended learning format. Blended learning combines online learning with in-person skills sessions where you will practice skills and demonstrate competency. Please plan to complete all eLearning modules, including the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid final eLearning exam, at least two days prior to your first in-person skills session. Most participants complete the eLearning portion of the course in approximately 7 hours. Your experience may vary widely based on several factors including your PC, internet speed, and previous training. After registering but prior to the start of the class, an email will be sent with a link to access the online materials. Student will bring certificate of completion on the first day of in-person course. More information will be provided in course email.It is recommended that you read through and study the lifeguarding participant manual in addition to the eLearning material.
To access your free American Red Cross Lifeguarding Manual eBook, follow the steps below:

1. Copy the Lifeguarding Manual eBook Access Code: 2589355AMM8VYNCFWS
2. Click the eReader link: https://ebooks.redcrosslearningcenter.org/
3. On the eReader page, to the right of “Sign In”, click “Access Code”.
4. Paste your access code in the access code field.
5. After submitting your access code, enter your full name, email, and set your password for the eReader.
6. You will then be successfully routed to your eBook library, and you will find your Lifeguarding Manual eBook, with 11 separate chapters.
7. Once redeemed, your eBook will be visible on your bookshelf for two years. You can choose to read via mobile using our apps. Just download our eBook Apps offered for IOS and Android devices, and login to your account.

Due to the nature of the blended learning format of the course, registration for each course will close no later than 5 days prior to the start of the in-person session to allow time for students to access and complete online materials. Access link for the eLearning course will be emailed out prior to beginning of the in-person session. If you do not receive email with specific course information at least 5 days prior to beginning of your course, please contact us.Classes are limited to 10 participants under normal circumstances. If you register for a class that is at maximum capacity, you may be wait-listed and we will contact you to discuss different class dates.
To pass the course, students must:

• Complete all online course content in advance of the corresponding in-person sessions (blended learning courses only).
• Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
• Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during skill practices, skill drills, activities and scenarios.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all skills.
• Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
• Pass the three (3) final skill assessments which includes:
  1. Assessment 1—Timed Response. Participants must complete a passive submerged rescue, extricate with the assistance of an assisting rescuer, and rapid assessment (including the delivery of 2 initial ventilations by either rescuer) within 1 minute, 30 seconds, and then provide 3 minutes of single-rescuer CPR.
  2. Assessment 2—Rotation and Scanning. Participants must rotate into the lifeguard station, conduct surveillance from the station for 1 minute, and rotate out of the station.
  3. Assessment 3—Final Team Response Testing Scenario. Participants must perform a passive submerged rescue, extrication and rapid assessment, followed by multiple-rescuer CPR and use of AED and BVM resuscitator

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be certified for two years by the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED.

Time: All classes are held from 7 am. – 6 pm., unless otherwise noted.
Price: $238 Members/$297 Non-members
Dates:

• February 22-23 (Saturday & Sunday)

• March 8-9 (Saturday & Sunday)

• March 12-13 (Wednesday & Thursday)

• March 15-16 (Saturday & Sunday)

• March 22-23 (Saturday & Sunday)

• March 29-30 (Saturday & Sunday)

• April 5-6 (Saturday & Sunday)

• April 15-16 (Tuesday & Wednesday)

• April 26-27 (Saturday & Sunday)

• May 17-18 (Saturday & Sunday)

• May 21-22 (Wednesday & Thursday)

• May 24-25 (Saturday & Sunday)

• May 28-29 (Wednesday & Thursday)

• May 31-June 1 (Saturday & Sunday)

• June 7-8 (Saturday & Sunday)

• June 21-22 (Saturday & Sunday)

• July 12-13 (Saturday & Sunday)

• July 26-27 (Saturday & Sunday)

• August 9-10 (Saturday & Sunday)

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Lifeguard Recertification courses are for American Red Cross certified lifeguards whose certification is still valid or within 30 days of expiration. If over 30 days have passed since the certification expired, a full lifeguard course must be taken. Recertification classes are designed to help you update your skills and extend your certification for two more years.

Participants must complete the precourse skills session conducted on the first day of course to be eligible to participate. Each participant is allowed two attempts for each skill test:
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1. Successfully complete a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation. The prerequisite swimming skills evaluation is designed to confirm that participants have the physical ability to successfully participate in the training.
   Each participant is allowed two attempts for each skill test:
   1. Prerequisite 1: Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence (150/50 yards). You must complete the following sequence:
      • Jump into the water from the side, totally submerge, recover to the surface and swim 150 yards.
      • After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water without support for 2 minutes by treading. While treading, you can only use your legs. Place your hands under your armpits. Your head must remain above the surface of the water.
      • After maintaining position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes, swim 50 more yards.
      • While swimming, you must swim continuously, keeping your face in the water and demonstrating good breath control.
      • You may use the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.
   2. Prerequisite 2: Timed Event. 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 your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted.
      • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
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Lifeguards who attend a recertification course are expected to have prior knowledge of all skills. Recertification courses are fast-paced with little time to focus on re-teaching. It is recommended that participants review the lifeguard and the chapter review questions prior the course in order to pass the course successfully. Click here to access the online manual.

To earn certification, participants must:

• Complete all online course content in advance of the corresponding in-person sessions (blended learning courses only).
• Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
• Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during skill practices, skill drills, activities and scenarios.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all skills.
• Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
• Pass the three (3) final skill assessments which includes:
  1. Assessment 1—Timed Response. Participants must complete a passive submerged rescue, extricate with the assistance of an assisting rescuer, and rapid assessment (including the delivery of 2 initial ventilations by either rescuer) within 1 minute, 30 seconds, and then provide 3 minutes of single-rescuer CPR.
  2. Assessment 2—Rotation and Scanning. Participants must rotate into the lifeguard station, conduct surveillance from the station for 1 minute, and rotate out of the station.
  3. Assessment 3—Final Team Response Testing Scenario. Participants must perform a passive submerged rescue, extrication and rapid assessment, followed by multiple-rescuer CPR and use of AED and BVM resuscitator.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be certified for two years by the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED.
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Time: All classes are held from 7 am. – 6 pm., unless otherwise noted.
Price: $130 Members/$162 Non-members
Dates:

• March 11 (Tuesday)

• March 30 (Sunday)

• April 12 (Saturday)

• April 17 (Thursday)

• May 10 (Saturday)

• May 18 (Sunday)

• May 27 (Tuesday)

• June 6 (Friday)

• June 20 (Friday)

• July 20 (Sunday)

• August 3 (Sunday)

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Lifeguard instructor courses train instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Waterfront Skills, Waterpark Skills, and more courses and/or modules. Lifeguard instructor candidates are expected to have instructor-level competency in all skills and scenarios and the maturity needed to train future lifeguards. The course consists of a 2.5 hour online portion and a minimum 22 hours of in-person instruction.
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Once registered through the JCC for the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor course, candidates will receive an email about two weeks before the class date with information about the course and how to access the online material.

In order to participate in the Lifeguarding Instructor course, candidates must:
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• Be at least 17 years old on or before the last day of the instructor course.
• Possess a current basic-level certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
• Successfully complete the Online Introduction to the Lifeguarding Instructor course prior to the first in-person session
• Successfully complete the Precourse Skills Session on the first day of class which includes:
  • Precourse Swimming Skills Evaluation
  • Prerequisite Rescue Skill Scenarios Evaluation

To successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor course, the instructor candidate must:

• Successfully complete the online Introduction to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor course.
• Successfully complete the Precourse Skills Session.
• Attend and actively participate in all course sessions.
• Successfully complete class activities, including the required practice-teaching assignments.
• Demonstrate instructor-level skill competency in all skills and scenarios.
• Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent

Upon successful completion of the instructor course, each candidate with be certified by the American Red Cross as a Lifeguard Instructor.

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This in-person Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer review course is the required course for all Lifeguarding Instructors and Instructor Trainers to re-certify. During this course, Lifeguarding Instructors and Instructor Trainers will participate in an in-water practice and polish skills session with their peers and a classroom-based review of Red Cross administrative policies and procedures. Lifeguarding Instructors and ITs may also choose to attend a brief “test out” session following this course to gain a basic-level Lifeguarding certification.
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In order to participate in the Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Review course you must currently possess an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor or Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer certification, and:

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Lifeguarding Instructors:

Complete all course updates prior to the update deadline.

• Teach or co-teach at least one Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguarding course of record during the 2-year certification period.

• Lifeguarding Instructor Trainers:
  • Complete all course updates prior to the update deadline.
  • Teach at least one Lifeguarding Instructor course of record or at least two Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Review courses of record during the 2-year certification period.

Upon successful completion of the review course, participants will be re-certified by the American Red Cross as a Lifeguarding Instructor or Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer for two years.

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Please see the below guidelines regarding cancellations and refunds of all lifeguarding, lifeguarding review, and lifeguarding instructor courses:

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• From date of registration up to free cancel date (10 business days before first class date): Free refund of course fee, or free transfer to any available course.
• From free cancel date (10 business days before first class date) to registration deadline (5 business days before first class date): Refund of course fee minus $20 cancel fee, or free transfer to any available course.
• From class registration deadline (five business days before first class date) to first class date: No refund. Or, free transfer to any available course.
• Online coursework not completed by first in-person session of class: No refund. Or, you may transfer to any available course and pay a $25 transfer fee.
• Failure to complete precourse skills session at beginning of course: No refund. Or, you may transfer to any available course and pay a $25 transfer fee.
• Failure to attend course: No refund and no transfer. If you did not attend due to medical or other reason, must contact to provide waiver.