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DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY?
The right answer could save a life. With an emphasis on hands-on learning, our American Red Cross courses will teach you invaluable skills for emergency situations.

American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED

Learn how to save a life in just a few hours! This First Aid/CPR/AED class covers all of the information needed to administer basic First Aid and CPR with an AED. Adult, child and infant care will be covered. This is a Blended Learning class that includes an online portion which will take 3 – 4 hours to complete. Proof of online completion must be provided before continuing to the skills practice session. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certification good for 2 years.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Must be age 12+
  • Must bring driver’s license or photo ID
  • Must pass online portion before the in-person class begins (included in the cost of the class)

UPCOMING CLASSES:

Monday, June 30 from 1 – 4:30 PM | Registration closes June 25th
Monday, July 21 from 1 – 4:30 PM | Registration closes July 17th

$85 • $60 MEMBER VALUE PRICE | REGISTER

Call the front desk 651-698-0751 to register.

 

American Red Cross JUNIOR Lifeguarding Certification

Our Junior Lifeguard Program is designed for 11 to 14-year-olds, offering a self-paced and flexible learning environment. It also prepares participants for advanced lifeguard training and certification at age 15.

Participant safety is our top priority. Junior participants are not permitted to perform in-water rescues; this is reserved for certified lifeguards. The program focuses on developing aquatic safety knowledge and lifesaving skills, emphasizing roles in maintaining a safe environment, such as pool area supervision and knowing when to seek professional help.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Must be age 11 by last day of class (AGES 11-14 yrs)
  • Must attend all classes

UPCOMING CLASSES:

Monday, July 28th from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday, July 29th from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, July 30th from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Thursday, July 31st from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
*Must attend all four days for certification. Registration closes July 23rd, 2025

$165 • $125 MEMBER VALUE PRICE | REGISTER

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Re-Certification

Are you a lifeguard with a certification that’s about to expire? This recertification class is for you! Candidates for this class must either be currently certified or within 30 days of their expiration date. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certification good for 2 years. This class is the Blended Learning option which includes an online portion. The online portion requirement must be completed prior to beginning the in-person skill session.

UPCOMING CLASSES:

Monday, July 14th from 8 AM – 8 PM
Registration closes July 10th

$165 • $110 MEMBER VALUE PRICE | REGISTER

For more information, contact Patsy Taylor, Aquatics Manager patriciat@minnesotajcc.org or 651.255.4762.

UPDATE: Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The SABES CENTER MINNEAPOLIS INDOOR POOLS remain closed for maintenance. The outdoor pools are open with shared programming in the afternoon.