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Certifications

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.

Lifeguard Certification Training

Learn to save a life, both in and out of the water. This 3-day course covers in-water lifesaving skills as well as Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. A swimming pretest is required on the first day. Participants will need to pass the pretest to continue with the course. Please wear comfortable clothing, bring a swimsuit, lunch/snacks, and a water bottle. Towels are provided.

This is a blended learning class and participants will be responsible for completing an online portion before beginning the course. The online portion takes approximately 7 hours.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Must be age 15 by last day of class
  • Must bring driver’s license or photo ID for proof of age and name on the first day of class
  • Must attend all classes
  • Must pass in-water pre-test to continue in course

Skill 1 – Swim 150 yards continuously, starting in the deep end. You must use front crawl or breaststroke (or a combination of both) and demonstrate breath control and/or rotary breathing. Swimming on side or back is not allowed. Goggles may be used for this portion. After 150 yards stop swimming before touching the wall and begin treading water with hands in armpits for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, swim 50 yards more to complete the skill.

Skill 2 – Complete a timed event in 1 minute and 40 seconds. Goggles are not allowed for this portion. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using any front stroke. Surface dive to a depth of 7-10ft, retrieve a 10 lb. object, and then return to surface. Swim to the starting point on your back with both hands on the object, using your legs to kick. Face should be at or near the surface. Exit water without using the ladder or steps.

UPCOMING TRAINING

Sept 19, 20 and 21st 2025
Sept. 19 (4-6pm)
Sept.  20  (8am-6pm)
Sept. 21 (8am-6pm)

REGISTER

Questions? Please contact Patsy Taylor: Aquatics Manager patriciat@minnesotajcc.org  651-698-0751

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:

Sunday Sept 7th From 2 – 5 PM| Registration closes September 5th

$85 • $60 MEMBER VALUE PRICE | 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

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.

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