Jr. Lifeguards
Jr. Lifeguards are divided into two classes based on age: Ages 10-13 years and Ages 13-16 years. Please see below.
Registration will begin April 21 on the online catalog.
Must be registered before May 16 (date of first meeting/skills test).
Jr. Lifeguards - Ages 10-13 years
This program is for those who are ages 10-13. Participants will learn water safety skills in, on, and around water as well as basic lifeguard and rescue skills. Participants will receive certifications for the American Red Cross Whale Tales and Jr.Lifeguard program. This program will be done virtually and in person.
Certifications:
- Jr. Lifeguard
- Water Safety - Whale Tales
Fee: $80
Prerequisites
Swim Test
- Swim front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side
- Swim the breaststroke for 25 yards using a pull, breathe, kick, and glide sequence
- Water Competency Sequence Test
- Enter water and completely submerge
- Recover to the surface and remain there for at least 1 minute (floating or treading)
- Rotate 360 degrees and orient to the exit
- Level off and propel oneself on the front or the back through the water for at least 25 yards
- Exit from the water
Schedule
This is the anticipated schedule and it is subject to change.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16 | Sun | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | CRC - Skills Test |
| May 28 | Fri | TBD | TBD |
| Jun 10 | Fri | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jun 18 | Fri | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jun 19 | Sat | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jun 25 | Fri | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 9 | Fri | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 10 | Sat | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jul 16 | Fri | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 23 | Fri | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 24 | Sat | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | In-Person |
Jr. Lifeguards - Ages 13-16 years
This program is for those who are ages 13-16 and are interested in becoming a lifeguard in the future. Participants will learn and get certified in American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety Aid. In addition, they will also learn and practice basic water safety skills and rescues. Participants will have the opportunity to assist with certain programs such as public swim and swim lessons to gain knowledge and experience that would be helpful towards becoming a lifeguard in the future. This class will be done both virtually and in-person as well as volunteer shifts during the week.
Certifications:
- CPR/First Aid
- Water Safety Aid
Fee: $100
Prerequisites:
Swim Test
- Swim front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side
- Swim the breaststroke for 25 yards using a pull, breathe, kick, and glide sequence
- Swim back crawl for 25 yards continuously
- Swim butterfly for 15 yards continuously
- Tread Water for 1 minute
Water Competency Sequence Test
- Enter water and completely submerge
- Recover to the surface and remain their for at least 1 minute (floating or treading)
- Rotate 360 degrees and orient to the exit
- Level off and propel oneself on the front or the back through the water for at least 25 yards
- Exit from the water
Schedule
This is the anticipated schedule and it is subject to change.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16 | Sun | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | CRC - Skills Test |
| May 28 | Fri | TBD | TBD |
| Jun 5 | Sat | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | In-Person |
| Jun 11 | Fri | 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jun 18 | Fri | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jun 25 | Fri | 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jun 26 | Sat | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jul 9 | Fri | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 16 | Fri | 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jul 23 | Fri | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 24 | Sat | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | In-Person |
| Jul 30 | Fri | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Virtual |
| Jul 31 | Sat | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | In-Person |