Lifeguard Certification Course
Dates: May 29-May 31
Time: May 29: 4:00 - 8:00 pm
May 30 & 31: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ages: 15+
Location: Cambridge Area Community Pool
Fee: $225 R / $240 NR
Instructor: Olivia Krapfl
Registration Deadline: May 22
Sign up for this course and become a certified lifeguard through the American Red Cross. The classes are led by Red Cross-certified Lifeguard Instructors. This is a blended-learning course, which includes an online module that must be completed
before attending the in-person sessions.
Prerequisites Swim Details
Before beginning in-water training, participants must pass a skills test that includes:
300 yard swim (Freestyle, Breaststroke, or a combination)
2-minute tread using only legs
Timed Event (1 minute 40 seconds): Swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound brick from the pool’s bottom, and return 20 yards to the starting point.
Participants MUST attend all dates and times. No exceptions!