american red cross certifieD lifeguaRds
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2024 lifeguard certification courses
General information
Courses are offered in a blended learning format, with approximately 7 hours of independent online learning and 20 hours of in-person training. Please review our pre-course skills requirements prior to registration. American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificates are valid for 2 years. COURSE FEE: $220.00
pre-course requirements
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300 yard swim
Swim 300 yards, 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.
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2 minute tread
Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under their armpits.
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TIMED BRICK EVENT
Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to surface and swim 20 yards on the back with both hands holding the object and keeping face at or near the surface to breathe (or get a breath). Place object on deck and exit pool without ladder or steps. Complete in 1:40 or less.
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