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Q: Should I sign up for the FULL Course or the RECERTIFICATION?
If you have never guarded or been certified as a guard - you will need to sign up for the FULL COURSE, or if your lifeguard certification has expired over 30 days ago, you will need to take the Full Course class.
If you are a current certified guard and your certification is going to expire or close to expire, you would be able to take this recertification class or if your schedule works better taking the full course - you can take either class. If you also are Ellis Certified, you will need to take the recertification course or the full to get American Red Cross certified.
Q: What are the prerequisites for the Red Cross Certification class?
1. You must be able to swim 150 yards continuously using either breaststroke or freestyle, backstroke is not permitted, however you can use goggles.
2. Participants must be able to tread water for two minutes continuously, using only their legs. Hands must be tucked under their armpits. Participants heads must remain above the surface of the water.
3. The instructor will place a 10-lb. rubber brick at the bottom of the pool (about 7-10 ft. in depth) Participants will have 1 minute and 40 seconds to swim from the shallow end of the pool, to the deep end, and retrieve the rubber brick. Participants must swim back, holding the brick with both hands, while keeping their face at the surface of the pool.
Q: What is the next step after I register?
You will receive the link via email to the online blended course that takes about 7-8 hours and needs to be completed the day before your class starts. You will send over to us your completed certification from the online the day before your in person class.
Q: Can I choose my pool location/assignment if I come work for you?
If there is a position still available at that pool, we will do our best to place you at the pool you requested.
Q: What is the minimum age to participate in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course?
Participants must have their 15th birthday on or before the end date of the course.
Q: What if I don’t pass the class? Do I get my money back?
There are no refunds, but if there’s availability you’ll be allowed to transfer to another class in the same year.)
Q: What if I can’t make it to all classes?
To get certified you must attend 100% of the classes. If you don’t, you won't be certified, and no refund will be given.
Q: What is your Cancellation / Transfer Policy?
You must give us a 48 hour notice if you would like to cancel or switch to a different class.
Q: Do I have to buy a textbook?
No. All required books and supplies are included in the cost of the course. You will receive a cpr mask and the link to the online blended learning portion.
Q: What do I need to bring to class?
- Picture ID that shows your date of birth
- Swim suit
- Sunglasses & sunscreen, if class is held at an outdoor pool
- Towels – you will want extras
- Warm comfortable clothing and a second set of clothes
- Swim goggles (optional)
- Pen, pencil, highlighter, paper for taking notes
- Money for lunch or bring a sack lunch (there is no refrigerator)
- Drinking water
Q: What should I expect in class?
It’s a challenging class, just plan accordingly. You’ll work hard, apply yourself and leave tired. You will learn how to respond to Aquatic Emergencies, Perform Water Rescues and prevent injuries.
Q: What is the best way to prepare for the prerequisites?
The only real way to prepare for the prerequisite is to swim and have a strong core. We encourage you to find pool time and practice your swimming, surfacing diving to the bottom of the pool and treading water with hands out of the water prior to class. Details of the exact test are listed with the course description. AND we do offer practice times – contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you are interested.
Q: Should I call someone if I still have a question?
Yes, we'd be happy to speak with you! Call or email Bianca at 404.993.5634 OR email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. OR reach out to Holly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
