Schedule/Pricing

Current Safety School Changes due to COVID-19

Please feel free to review SwimRVA’s Reopening Guide and Instruction.

All lifeguard candidates need to bring a buddy to class from within their direct contact circle. Lifeguard classes require close contact between training partners. Much of this time training partners are exercising heavily, where contact cannot be mitigated. We are using water mannequins as a training tool, but all candidates will need to bring a buddy to the class from within their contact circle. The buddy must attend all class days and times.

Your buddy can take the full lifeguard class, they could qualify for a Junior Lifeguard certification, they could qualify for various CPR and First Aid certifications on their own, or just take the class as your buddy (at no cost). So many options, please ask for details.

Minimum qualifications for partner:

Must be at least 12 years old
Must be strong enough to handle the water mannequin. If you can lift 35 pounds, you should be fine, and will be tested during Guard Ready.
Must pass the American Red Cross water competency test
- Step or jump into the water over your head
- Return to the surface and float or tread water for one minute
- Turn around in a full circle and find an exit
- Swim 25 yards to the exit
- Exit from the water

For both candidate and buddy, you will need close fitting gloves that can get wet like Gorilla Gloves or gardening type gloves. There is a real shortage of medical gloves and these will make a great substitute for training. You will need a copy of the American Red Cross lifeguarding manual in class, either on a laptop, a tablet, or printed copy. You can print at home or we can print one for you for $20.

Schedule

Lifeguard Pre-Requisite (Guard Ready) Course

This course must be completed prior to taking the Lifeguard Certification class. It is is scheduled at many points throughout the year to fit your schedule. Visit our Details section for more information. You will be required to do the following:

Show proof of age: Must be 15 by last scheduled day of class.
Swim 300 yards continuously using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not allowed). *This is the only portion of the class where goggles are allowed*
Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds:
- Swim 20 yards with your face out of the water. *Goggles not allowed*.
- Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7’7” to retrieve a 10-pound dive brick.
- Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back and swim back to the starting point with both hands holding the brick, keeping your face at or near the surface. You should not swim the distance under water. Candidates must exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.

Day of Week	Dates	Times	Pricing
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Lifeguard Certification Course

Must register and attend a Guard Ready class prior to attending this class. The Lifeguard Certification class is a blended learning course that combines online learning with in-person skills. Please plan to complete all eLearning modules, including the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid final eLearning exam, at least two days prior to your first in-person skills session. Visit our Details section for more information.

Locations:

CSAC (SwimRVA): Collegiate School Aquatics Center (SwimRVA) 5050 Ridgedale Parkway, Richmond, VA 23234

Minimum qualifications for candidate:

Must be at least 15 years old
Must swim 300 yards continuously using either breaststroke or front crawl (you can switch)
Brick retrieval test in 100 seconds or less
Tread water without using hands, 2 minutes

Session	Days of Week	Dates	Times	Pricing	Location
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CLICK HERE FOR LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION SCHEDULES

Lifeguard Re-Certification and Review Course

Must have a current certification or your certification is no more than 30 days expired. Guard-Ready not necessary to participate in this class. Visit our Details section for more information.

Session	Days of the Week	Dates	Times	Cost
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CLICK HERE FOR RE-CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Lifeguard Instructor Course (LGI)

Must be at least 17 years old. Must have current lifeguard certification. If you have any questions about this course please email our Director of Safety School, Ted, at ted.quinn@swimrichmond.org.

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Lifeguard Instructor Update (LGI Update)

Must be at least 17 years old. Must have current lifeguard instructor certification. If you have any questions about this course please email our Director of Safety School, Ted, at ted.quinn@swimrichmond.org.

COMING SOON. STAY TUNED.

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Oxygen Administration Course

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ADDITIONAL PAYMENT INFORMATION
To reserve your spot you must pay the full amount at time of registration. Cash and checks accepted at the front desk but your spot will not be held without payment.

CANCELLATION/WITHDRAW POLICY
Participants must give written notice (forms available at the front desk) at least 48 hours in advance to get a full refund. If you cancel within 48 hours of the class you will be subject to a cancellation fee.