LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION COURSE 

 

 

Prerequisites: 

  • Must be at least 15 years old on or before the final schedule session of the course.
  •  Successfully complete the Pre-Course Session:
    • Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
      • Jump into the water and totally submerge.
      • Resurface and swim 150 yards using front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both.
      • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 mins by treading water using only the legs.
      • Swim 50 yards using front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both.
    • Complete a timed swim event within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
      • Starting in the water swim 20 yards.
      • Surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 lb. object.
      • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to the starting point while holding the object at or near the surface with both hands and keeping your face out of the water.
      • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Upon registration with Lifeguard U, the candidate will be provided with required course materials. Candidates will receive an email that will provide information to access and complete the online learning portion of the course. 

 

THE ONLINE LEARNING MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO THE START OF THE COURSE.

Candidates must present proof of online completion the first day of class. If the online learning is not completed, the candidate will not be eligible to participate in this session.

 

Registration: 

Registration is open to anyone currently 15 years of age or older.  Registration is first-come, first-serve. In order to register, candidates must register through our partner Lifeguard U at least 2 weeks before preferred session. Late Registrations may be accepted if space permits.

 

Course Fees:

Payment is due at registration (credit card, money order, cash or personal check are accepted). Please make checks payable to Life Time. All registration fees are non-refundable after online learning modules are released.

 

Registration Fee

$120
 

 

Refund Policy: No refunds will be given for no-shows, student cancellations, failures or dismissals

 

Certification:

 

Attendees who pass the course by attending all class session & successfully completing each module by the American Red Cross standards receive the corresponding American Red Cross certification.  The certification will be emailed to the address specified by the participant within approximately 1 week after final course date.

 

Course Sessions:

Attendance is mandatory at all classes.  No make-ups will be given. The American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course has some portions of the course that are not able to be completed at Life Time Omaha. We have contracted with the City of Omaha to utilize their facility to complete these components. The class will be at Mockingbird Hills Community Center (10242 Mockingbird Dr, Omaha, NE 68127) on Sunday from 8AM-11AM.  Transportation will not be provided, and participants will need to coordinate their own transportation.

 

Spring 2025 Course Offerings Coming Soon!

 

COVID 19:

The Red Cross has issued guidance for minimizing the risk for COVID-19 transmission while conducting the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course during the COVID-19 pandemic. This guidance is in full compliance with CDC recommendations and reinforces requirements to also comply with state and local public health orders and guidance. Instructors and aquatic facility managers can provide a copy of this guidance on request. The guidance includes a revised instructional plan that implements a combination of precautions to minimize risk of exposure, including social distancing, use of personal protective equipment and modifications to skills and activities as applicable. This guidance is constantly reviewed by the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council to assure it is based on the latest evidence and CDC guidance.

Life Time has always been dedicated to delivering a healthy way of life to our communities, and we want you to know that we’re ready for you. With our enhanced cleaning protocols and social distancing together we can make the experience safe for all. If you are feeling sick, please refrain from attending class. Consistent with CDC guidelines, participants will not be permitted to attend class if they have a fever, cough, or shortness of breath. If you are unable to attend class please contact our Aquatics Team at 402.334.4023 or [email protected]