American Red Cross
Training Affiliate
Staying-A-Float Lifeguarding partners with the American Red Cross to offer quality training classes and certification upon successful completion of the course. All classes are conducted by members of our certified training team. Registration priority is given to those seeking employment through us.
Full Length
Class Schedule
2024
(New Lifeguards)
Lifeguarding Class (Deep Water)
Length: 21 hours, 30 minutes
Cost: $250.00
Participants must be at least 15 years old by the last scheduled class day to register and participate in the class.
After successful completion of the class, participants will receive the following certifications (valid for 2 years): Lifeguarding CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid.
Online Blended Learning:
Blended learning courses combine online sessions with in-person sessions. Although participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in instructor-led courses, the in-person course time is reduced.
The self-paced online sessions are designed to instruct participants in the knowledge-based aspects of the course and introduce them to the skills they will practice in-person. Participants acquire and apply knowledge through a variety of interactive elements, including video-based activities and skill demonstrations, interactive graphics, quizzes and scenario-based activities. Participants are required to complete all assigned online modules prior to attending the corresponding in-person sessions.
Prerequisite Requirements:
You must be able to complete the following prerequisite skills to participate in the class session.
Prerequisite #1: Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence
You must complete the following sequence:
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Jump into the water from the side, totally submerge, recover to the surface and swim 150 yards.
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After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water without support for 2 minutes by treading.
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After maintaining position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes, swim 50 more yards.
You must swim continuously, keeping your face in the water and demonstrating breath control. You may use the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed. While treading, you can only use your legs and your hands must remain under your armpits. Your head must remain above the surface of the water.
Prerequisite #2: Timed Event
You have 1 minute, 40 seconds to complete the following sequence.
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Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Your face may be in or out of the water.
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Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
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Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface.
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Exit the water without using a ladder or the steps.
Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted. GOGGLES ARE NOT PERMITTED.
Lifeguarding Recertification
(Deep Water)
Length: 9 hours, 15 minutes
Cost: $150.00
After successful completion of the class, participants will receive the following certifications (valid for 2 years): Lifeguarding CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid.
Online Blended Learning:
Blended learning courses combine online sessions with in-person sessions. Although participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in instructor-led courses, the in-person course time is reduced.
The self-paced online sessions are designed to instruct participants in the knowledge-based aspects of the course and introduce them to the skills they will practice in-person. Participants acquire and apply knowledge through a variety of interactive elements, including video-based activities and skill demonstrations, interactive graphics, quizzes and scenario-based activities. Participants are required to complete all assigned online modules prior to attending the corresponding in-person sessions.
Prerequisite Requirements:
To enroll in the Lifeguarding Recertification course, you must have a current certification or a certification expired by no more than 30 days for American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid. To participate in the recertification course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation, which includes two parts and takes place during the first class session. Refer to the Prerequisite skills listed under the Lifeguarding Class (Deep Water) section for an updated description of prerequisite requirements.
Shallow Water Lifeguarding Class
(Water up to 5′)
Length: 21 hours, 30 minutes
Cost: $250.00
Participants must be at least 15 years old by the last scheduled class day to register and participate in the class.
After successful completion of the class, participants will receive the following certifications (valid for 2 years): Shallow Water Lifeguarding CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
Online Blended Learning:
Blended learning courses combine online sessions with in-person sessions. Although participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in instructor-led courses, the in-person course time is reduced.
The self-paced online sessions are designed to instruct participants in the knowledge-based aspects of the course and introduce them to the skills they will practice in-person. Participants acquire and apply knowledge through a variety of interactive elements, including video-based activities and skill demonstrations, interactive graphics, quizzes and scenario-based activities. Participants are required to complete all assigned online modules prior to attending the corresponding in-person sessions.
Prerequisite Requirements:
You must be able to complete the following prerequisite skills to participate in the class session.
Prerequisite #1: Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence
You must complete the following sequence:
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Jump into the water from the side, totally submerge, recover to the surface and swim 50 yards.
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After swimming 50 yards, maintain your position at the surface of the water without support for 2 minutes by treading using only your legs, floating, or a combination of both.
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After maintaining position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes, swim 50 more yards.
You must swim continuously, keeping your face in the water and demonstrating breath control. You may use the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed. While treading, you can only use your legs and your hands must remain under your armpits. Your head must remain above the surface of the water.
Prerequisite #2: Timed Event
You have 50 seconds to complete the following sequence.
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Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Your face may be in or out of the water.
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Submerge to a depth of 4 to 7 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
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Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface.
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Exit the water without using a ladder or the steps
Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted. GOGGLES ARE NOT PERMITTED.
Shallow Water Lifeguarding Recertification(Water up to 5′)
Length: 9 hours, 15 minutes
Cost: $150.00
After successful completion of the class, participants will receive the following certifications (valid for 2 years): Shallow Water Lifeguarding CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
Online Blended Learning:
Blended learning courses combine online sessions with in-person sessions. Although participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in instructor-led courses, the in-person course time is reduced.
The self-paced online sessions are designed to instruct participants in the knowledge-based aspects of the course and introduce them to the skills they will practice in-person. Participants acquire and apply knowledge through a variety of interactive elements, including video-based activities and skill demonstrations, interactive graphics, quizzes and scenario-based activities. Participants are required to complete all assigned online modules prior to attending the corresponding in-person sessions.
Prerequisite Requirements:
To enroll in the Lifeguarding Recertification course, you must have a current certification or a certification expired by no more than 30 days for American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid. To participate in the recertification course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation, which includes two parts and takes place during the first class session. Refer to the Prerequisite skills listed under the Shallow Water Lifeguarding Class (Water up to 5') section for an updated description of prerequisite requirements.
CPR Classes
All classes include CPR, First Aid, and AED Training by American Red Cross certified instructors. View classes below.
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