American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class – May 2024

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course at Hamilton Lakes Swim and Tennis Club.

Course cost is $250. Course payment or non-refundable deposit are required to hold your spot in the course.

Course will certify participants who complete it in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, AED and First-Aid. All certifications will be valid for two (2) years.

*This will be a blended learning course. About six (6) hours of online learning must be completed prior to the first day of the course.*

DATES:

*All sessions at Hamilton Lakes Swim and Tennis*

Attendance at all sessions required.

Thursday – May 16th 5pm – 9pm

Friday – May 17th 5pm – 9pm

Saturday – May 18th 8am-6pm

Sunday – May 19th 8am-6pm

*Please bring a lunch for Saturday and Sunday classes*

PRE-REQUISITES:

Completion of all online learning material prior to the start of the course.

Students must be 15 by the last day of class.

Swim 150 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, tread water for two minutes without the use of your hands, and swim 50 yards using front crawl or breaststroke.

Retrieve a 10 pound object from the bottom 7-10 feet of water (without the use of swim goggles), swim 20 yards with the object keeping both hands on the object, and exit the pool without the use of steps or a ladder.

To pass the course:

Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.

Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles

Demonstrate competency in all required skills

Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80%