Lifeguarding

Red Cross lifeguard certification, recertification, and instructor courses, taught in our pools. Plus Junior Lifeguarding for 11 to 14 year olds who want a head start. And yes, we are hiring.

American Red CrossCertification valid two years
Ages 15+ to certifyJunior program from 11
Courses year-roundBlended learning plus in-water days
Now hiringGuards for indoor and outdoor pools

Courses

Full details, prerequisites, and registration live under Training Services.

Lifeguarding Certification

Ages 15+Red Cross

Water rescue, first aid, CPR/AED for the professional rescuer. Prerequisite swim test on day one.

Recertification

Current certificate required

Review and re-test before your two-year certification expires.

Lifeguard Instructor

Certified lifeguards

Teach Red Cross lifeguarding courses.

Junior Lifeguarding

Ages 11 to 14~30 hours

The bridge from swim team to the certification course: swimming endurance, victim recognition, first aid and CPR basics, water rescue techniques.

Work the Pool

The J hires certified lifeguards for the indoor pool and the Haymann Family Aquatic Center.

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