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Lifeguard Certification
(for those who do NOT have a current ARC Lifeguard certification):

Register today for American Red Cross Lifeguard Learn lifesaving skills to help keep people safe in, on and around the water. Skills taught included: CPR, how to respond in an emergency, and proper technique for rescues in the water.

Course length: approx. 32 hours in class/in water with a REQUIRED 9-12hrs of online course work (completed BEFORE the class starts).

Please note:

-Plan on getting in the water!
-You must complete the online portion prior to the in person session
-Please arrive with the following:
     -your proof of e-learning completion
     -swim suit
     -towels
     -lunch/snacks
     -a refillable water bottle

 
These jobs are in high demand! Plus, American Red Cross certification is recognized nationwide so you can work anywhere in the U.S.

Physical Pre-Requisites for taking the class*:
-Swim/Tread sequence: swim 150 meters-freestyle and breaststroke only, tread for 2 mins (no hands), swim 50 meters
-Swim down 9ft to bring a 10lb brick up to the surface, swim with brick approx 15 meters and exit pool (timed event)
*We will test on these skills the first day of the class to ensure all participants are able to take the course.

These classes will be in a blended learning format.  Information about pre-course requirements will be emailed out about two weeks before the start of the class.  Pre-course work must be completed in order for participation in the course.  No exceptions!

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Lifeguarding Course-Blended Learning 
15y and up N/A SuSa  06/06/2026 - 06/14/2026
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

South Portland Community Center Pool
$260.00 Res, $300.00 Non-Res
9 seat(s) available
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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