Become an Aquatics Expert at CSU|REC!
No matter the reason, we can get you certified and ready for Lifeguarding, Swim Instruction, or even Operating a Pool! For questions or more information, please contact Griffin Manning - Graduate Supervisor, Aquatics & Safety g.l.manning22@vikes.csuohio.edu
PLEASE NOTE: Program registration ends one (1) week prior to the start date of each session.
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Lifeguard Training
Become a lifeguard, recertify, or step up your aquatics game by becoming a Lifeguard Instructor!
Pre-Requisites for Lifeguard Training
- Swim 300 yards continuously, using front crawl and breaststroke.
- Tread water for 2 minutes without hands.
- Swim 20 yards, submerge to 6-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound brick, return to starting point, and exit pool in less that 1 minute 4 seconds.
Lifeguard, Lifeguard Review, and Lifeguard Instructor courses are also offered as private classes for groups. Contact us today to find out more about these options!
| Lifeguard Course Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Course | Days/Times |
| Lifeguard Review/Recertification | Sunday, February 20; 10a-4p |
| Lifeguard Review/Recertification | Saturday, March 12;10a-4p |
| Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Academy | March 22-25 |
| Lifeguard Training | Friday, March 25; 5p-9p Saturday, March 26; 9:30a-5p Sunday, March 27; 9:30a-5p |
| Lifeguard Review/Recertification | Sunday, April 3; 10a-4p |
| Lifeguard Training | Mondays & Wednesdays April 11 – April 27 5p-8:30p |
| Lifeguard Training | Tuesdays & Thursdays May 17 – June 2 5p-8:30p |
| Lifeguard Review/Recertification | Saturday, May 28; 10a-4p |
| Course Fees* | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course | Students | Members | Non-Members |
| Lifeguard Training | $100 | $150 | $175 |
| Lifeguard Review/Recertification | $60 | $75 | $100 |
| Lifeguard Instructor | $215 | $225 | $245 |
| Lifeguard Instructor/Instructor Trainer Review | $20 | $30 | $40 |
| Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Academy | Please visit your ARC Learning Center for details & registration | ||
Due to University and Recreation Center COVID-19 operating guidelines, only select programs are being offered at this time.