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Lifeguarding

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New Certification: All classes are mandatory.
Class Schedule:
  • Thursday, May 22nd – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  • Friday, May 23rd – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  • Saturday, May 24th – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Sunday, May 25th – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Re-certification Day:
  • Sunday, May 25th – 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Course Overview:
This course is conducted by a Certified American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and Water Safety Instructor. Upon successful completion, students will be certified in the following:
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Age Requirement:
  • The course is open to individuals ages 15 and up.
  • MUST be 15 years old by May 25, 2025, to enroll.
Pre-requisite Skills:
  • Swim 300 yards continuously using freestyle, demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing.
  • Tread water without using hands for 2 minutes.
  • Complete a 100-second timed event:
    • Start in the water, swim 20 yards without goggles,
    • Surface dive to 7-10 feet (head or feet first),
    • Retrieve a 10 lb object and return to the surface,
    • Swim 20 yards back to the starting point while holding the object with both hands, ensuring your face remains above water.
    • Exit the water using a ladder.

Reimbursement Policy:
The registration fee for the lifeguard certification class will be reimbursed if you are employed as a lifeguard for the Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority (NLRA) at the Northern Lehigh Pool and remain employed for the entire summer season.

Additional Forms and Files:
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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