Course includes seven hours of online blended learning. Participants must register with the Red Cross. Each participant must register with a unique email. Blended Learning (e-learning) must be completed before the 1st day of in-person class (link will be sent to registered participants at least 10 days before the class). Please see the Lifeguard Training listing for information relating to pretest, strenuous skills practice and completion requirements.    

The ARC Lifeguard Training Course teaches candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatics emergencies including drowning and injuries. This training includes lifeguard certification, first aid training and professional rescuer CPR certification.

NOTES: Students must be at least 15 years old before or on the last scheduled training class and must be able to pass the following pretest skills:

• Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
  • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted; swim goggles are allowed.)
  • Maintain position at the surface of the water for two minutes by treading water using only the legs.
  • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound brick (no goggles allowed), return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the brick and then exit the water without using a ladder or steps, all within one minute and 40 seconds.

Successful completion of this course requires participation in all skill practice. The practice sessions will require some strenuous physical activity. Students are encouraged to check with their healthcare professional before participating in the course. If a medical condition or disability exists, that might prevent participation in the activities. Candidates must pass emergency skill scenarios, a written test and attend all scheduled class dates. 

Price: $430, Member Price: $390 • Cost includes, CPR mask, first-aid kit  

If a participant does not pass the pre-test, there is a $175 refund. The pre-test is on the first day of class.