Blended Learning Shallow Water
Lifeguard Training Course

This American Red Cross course is designed for entry-level participants that wish to lifeguard at aquatic facilities with a maximum water depth of 5 feet.

What You’ll Learn

The knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies in shallow water up to 5 feet deep
Provide care for breathing emergencies
Provide care for cardiac emergencies
Provide care for injuries or sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over

Available Dates

Course #1
12/26/2023 – 12/29/2023
10AM – 3PM

Course #2
2/19/2024 – 2/22/2024
10AM – 3PM

Course #3
4/15/2024 – 4/18/2024
10AM – 3PM

Minimum Number of Participants: 5

Maximum Number of Participants: 10

Cost per participant: $300

Prerequisites

Basic Requirements:

Minimum age: 15 years old
Swim 100 yards continuously
Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs

Complete a timed event (maximum time: 50 seconds):

Start in the water
Swim 20 yards
Submerge to a depth of 4-5 feet
Retrieve a 10-pound object
Return to the surface of the water
With both hands holding the object, walk or swim on your back 20 yards to return to the starting point
Exit the water without using the steps or the ladder