All classes are American Red Cross classes and upon successful completion of the class and written/practical exams you will be certified through the American Red Cross
Contact:
303-257-9589 x1
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Are available on a limited basis.
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-Surveillance and rescue skills, how to prevent injuries
-First aid training and professional rescuer CPR/AED
-Oxygen Adminstration training
-Professional lifeguard responsibilities
-Must complete a continuous 300 yard swim (100 yard freestyle, 100 yard
breaststroke, 100 yard any combination of freestyle and
breaststroke)
-Must tread water for 2 minutes using only legs.
-Must swim 25 yards, retrieve a 10 lb brick from a depth of 7-10 feet, swim 25
yards with the brick using legs only, and exit the pool without using a
ladder or stairs within a minute and 40 seconds.
Ages: Must be 15 years old by the end of the course. Proof of age will be requiredon the first day.
-Must attend all class hours and pass written and practical exams with at
least an 80%. Lifeguarding/First Aid & CPR/AED
2 year certification, Oxygen Administration & Universal Precautions valid
for 1 year.
-$350 includes the non-refundable deposit, participant's manual, rescue mask, and PDF certification cards.
-A $150 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a spot in this class. This
deposit will be put towards the total if you pass the pre-requisites.
-If you would like to pay in full for the class, you will be discounted $25 off the total class fee of $350.
Those under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian come with them to the first class to sign waivers. Payment must also be made by the end of the pre-requisite swim. If you do not pass the pre-requisite swim, the $50 deposit will only be assessed.
Please bring a bathing suit and towel to every class. Please also bring clothes that you are comfortable being on the floor in. There will be a dinner break during the weekday classes. Please bring dinner/snacks/waterbottle.
-For those whose lifeguard certification is about to expire.
-Includes CPR/AED.
-Must pass pre-requisite swim, all skills, and written exams.
Ages: 15 and upRescue masks are required and can be purchased for $15 prior to the pre-requisite class.
Current Class Schedule: Please inquire.-For those whose lifeguard certification is about to expire or has expired within the last 12 months.
-You must bring proof of prior certification along with a photo ID that shows
your birthdate to the pre-requisite class.
-Proof of prior certification includes an original or copy of a certification
from one of the following: YMCA Lifeguard, United States Lifesaving
Association Open Water Lifeguarding, Lifesaving Society of Canada, Any
National Lifeguard Service Certification (Pool, Waterfront, Surf
or Waterpark, National Pool and Waterpark Pool Lifeguard Training or
Special Facilities Lifeguard Training, National Aquatic Safety Council Basic
Lifeguard, StarGuard Professional Lifeguard, Boy Scouts of America
Lifeguarding, American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid, American Red Cross
Lifeguarding Instructor, American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor
Trainer
-Must pass pre-requisite swim to include:
-A continuous 300 yard swim (100 yard freestyle, 100 yard
breaststroke, 100 yard any combination of freestyle and
breaststroke)
-Swim 25 yards, retrieve a 10 lb brick from a depth of 7-10 feet, swim 25
yards with the brick using legs only, and exit the pool without using a
ladder or stairs within a minute and 40 seconds.
-Must attend all class hours and pass written and practical exams with at
least an 80%. Lifeguarding/First Aid valid 3 years & CPR/AED
for the Lifeguard valid for 2 year. Oxygen Administration 1 year certification.
A lifeguard manual will be sent to registrants via PDF. Rescue masks are required and can be purchased for $15 prior to the pre-requisite class.
-How to supervise around water, prevent drowning and diving accidents,
and recognize when someone is in distress
-Improve swimming techniques and endurance in order to become a
lifeguard
-Perform self rescues, assist others that are distressed in the water
-Provide basic first aid, CPR, AED
-Learn leadership skills, communication, teamwork, and informed decision
making necessary to become a lifeguard
-Learn how to search and apply for a job and prepare for an interview
-25 yards freestyle breathing to the front or side, tread water for 1 minute
using arms and legs, swim 10 feet submerged underwater
Ages: 11 - 14-A certificate of attendance with no expiration issued at the end of the
course
March 22: 4:30-9pm Denver North High School
May 23: 4:30-9pm Denver North High School
Please contact instructor to schedule a class.
-Provides the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage
lifeguards and to create an environment that keeps patrons, lifeguards,
and the aquatic facility safe
-This class will go over the responsibilities of a lifeguard supervisor, how
to select and train lifeguards, team building, injury prevention, risk
management, and emergency response planning
Pre-requisites: None. It is HIGHLY recommended that participants currently possess a
lifeguarding/first aid certificate from the American Red Cross or another
nationally recognized organization. It is also recommended that
participants have either lifeguarding experience or management
experience in another occupation.
Ages: 16 and up-Upon successful completely of the Lifeguard Management course,
attending all class sessions, participating in all activities,
and successfully passing a written examination, each participant
will receive an American Red Cross Universal Certificate indicating
Lifeguard Management. There is no validity period for this certificate.
-Includes participant's manual with cd-rom. It is recommended that
participants have the American Red Cross Lifeguarding manual
as a reference. It can be purchased from the instructor if requested
before the class for an additional $35.
Current class schedule:
-Recognize, respond, and prevent aquatic emergencies
-Perform self rescue skills
-Provide assistance to others with non swimming rescues
-Perform proper techniques for possible head, neck or back injuries
-None but must be comfortable in chest deep water
-Must attend all class hours and pass written and practical exams with at
least an 80%. Basic water rescue valid for 3 years
-includes certification; there are two optional manuals that can be
purchased by speaking to the instructor prior to the class
-Understand coaching conduct, swimmer safety, legal responsibilities,
safety considerations for planning events in pools, on dry land or
in open water
-Understand safety rules when teaching and practicing racing starts and
head first entries
- How to use an emergency action plan
-Discuss common swimming injuries and causes, how to perform basic
assists to distressed swimmers, and how to care for possible
head, neck, or back injuries
-Must attend all class hours and pass written and practical exams with at
least an 80%. Safety training for swim coaches valid for 3 years
-available for elementary aged children. A participant certification will be
issued.
General Water Safety-great for those around pools, lakes, rivers, spas, and waterparks. A
certification of attendance can be issued.
Home Pool Safety-addresses basic lifesaving techniques and safety precautions that
should be taken when hosting a pool party. A certification
of attendance can be issued.