American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course

We are excited to offer American Red Cross lifeguarding classes again this spring. We offer blended learning classes which require both online and in-person sessions. The online portion the student does that their leisure.  The in person consists of two days of training, you pick one of the options below. 

Class Locations and Dates:

  1. Option 1: Topspin Racquet & Swim Club (5437 Sunset Blvd, Lexington) Outdoor heated swimming pool
    • Saturday, May 3: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    • Sunday, May 4: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  2. Option 2:  Murraywood (2050 Cedarbrook Drive, Columbia 29212) Outdoor non heated swimming pool
    • Saturday, May 10: 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
    • Saturday, May 17: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Important Information:

  • Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate (includes CPR for the professional rescuer), valid for 2 years. You must hold a current certificate or one that has expired less than 30 days ago.
  • Pre-course Requirements:
    • 125-yard swim
    • Tread water for 2 minutes without using hands
    • Swim another 75 yards
    • Retrieve a 10 lb brick from an 8 ft depth and kick back with the brick on your chest
  • Online Component:
    • Must be completed before the day of class (approximately 6 hours)
    • Includes videos and knowledge checks
    • Online content will be sent to your email via redcrosslearningcenter.org
  • Cost: $250 (payment accepted after pre-course completion)

Recommendations:

  • Swimming Skills: Practice if you do not have a swimming background. Please call to discuss.
  • What to Bring: Sweats, 2 towels, snacks, and drinks.  We will be in and out of the water. 
  • Lunch:  We will take a lunch break mid-day. 

Contact Information:

  • Reach out if you have any questions while completing the online material.
  • Phone: 703-929-2943
  • Email:  [email protected]

Additional Resource:

If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!

 

MIke Chajkowski

703-929-2943