American Red Cross Lifeguard Classes
Master water safety. Comprehensive training and certification for lifeguards and aquatic professionals.
American Red Cross Classes
We provide a range of classes, including Lifeguard Training, Junior Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED, First Aid, Lifeguard Instructor Training, and Lifeguard Recertification.
Lifeguard Training
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course equips participants with the skills and knowledge to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies, as well as provide care until EMS arrives. Those who successfully complete the course will earn an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, which is valid for 2 years.
- Registration Requirements: Participants must pass swimming prerequisites (see below).
- Online Component: Must be completed before attending the in-person class. The online portion takes approximately 6-8 hours.
- Minimum Age: 15 years old.
- Class Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays, 7am-6pm.
Prerequisites:
- Swim 150 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes without using hands, and swim 50 yards continuously.
- Complete the timed “brick test” within 1 minute and 40 seconds.
Cost and Refund Policy:
- Cost: $300 per class.
- Full refunds are available with 30 days’ written notice.
- A 50% refund is available with less than 30 days’ written notice, or full credit can be transferred to another open class.
Upcoming Sessions
Events
Lifeguard Instructor Certification Class | August 1 + 2
Valley of the Sun J 12701 N Scottsdale Rd #201, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesThe American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor course equips participants with the skills and knowledge to teach lifeguards to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies, as well as provide care until EMS arrives. Those who successfully complete the course will earn an American Red Cross Instructor certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, which is valid for 2 years.
Prerequisites:
Up to date American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
Cost and Refund Policy:
Cost $400 per class
Full refunds are available with 30 day's written notice.
A 50% refund is available with less than 30 days' written notice, or full credit can be transferred to another open class.
Instructor candidates who are new to teaching students in courses like those offered by the Red Cross must meet the following criteria:
Successfully complete the online course prior to an in-person skills session
Successfully complete the in-person skills session
Prior to teaching your first class, an Instructor must become affiliated with or become a Red Cross Training Provider with a signed agreement to teach classes, report Red Cross courses taught and issue certificates.
Lifeguard Instructor Certification Class | August 1 + 2
Valley of the Sun J 12701 N Scottsdale Rd #201, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesThe American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor course equips participants with the skills and knowledge to teach lifeguards to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies, as well as provide care until EMS arrives. Those who successfully complete the course will earn an American Red Cross Instructor certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, which is valid for 2 years.
Prerequisites:
Up to date American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
Cost and Refund Policy:
Cost $400 per class
Full refunds are available with 30 day's written notice.
A 50% refund is available with less than 30 days' written notice, or full credit can be transferred to another open class.
Instructor candidates who are new to teaching students in courses like those offered by the Red Cross must meet the following criteria:
Successfully complete the online course prior to an in-person skills session
Successfully complete the in-person skills session
Prior to teaching your first class, an Instructor must become affiliated with or become a Red Cross Training Provider with a signed agreement to teach classes, report Red Cross courses taught and issue certificates.
Lifeguarding 2-Day Course | August 15 + 16
Valley of the Sun J 12701 N Scottsdale Rd #201, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesThis 2-day The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care until EMS arrives. Participants who successfully complete the lifeguarding course earn an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED that is valid for 2 years.