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Lifeguard
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The professional standard for anyone working at a pool, lake or waterpark. Train under an active LA City Lifeguard.

Lifeguard certification is the professional standard for anyone working at a pool, lake or waterpark. Our course prepares you for everything the job demands — water rescue, emergency response, and the calm decision-making that keeps people safe.

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Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross · Valid 2 Years

Train for the Real Thing

What's Included

  • CPR/AED and First Aid training
  • Water rescue techniques (shallow- and deep-water)
  • Emergency action planning
  • Nationally recognized Red Cross certification, valid 2 years

What You'll Be Able to Do

  • Recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies before they escalate
  • Perform water rescues and administer CPR/AED
  • Manage breathing emergencies, injuries, and sudden illness
  • Work confidently at pools, lakes, and water parks
Next class starts June 6. Register now to reserve your seat.
Register for Lifeguard Certification

Trained Where It Counts.

American Heart Association Authorized Training Center & American Red Cross Licensed Training Provider

Our lead instructor, Dawn Kelly, is an active LA County EMT and Open Water Lifeguard II. You'll be learning from someone who responds to real emergencies.

Lifeguard Certification Questions

How long does certification last?
Lifeguard certification through the American Red Cross is valid for 2 years.
What are the prerequisites?
You'll need to complete a pre-course swim test on day one — typically a 300-yard continuous swim, treading water with hands tucked, and a brick-retrieval skill. We'll send you the full prerequisite details with your registration confirmation.
How long is the course?
Course schedules vary by session. Most run across multiple consecutive days or weekends. Reach out for the next scheduled date.
What should I bring to class?
Swimsuit, towel, goggles, comfortable clothes for CPR skills practice, a photo ID, and your registration confirmation.

Become someone the water can trust.

Whether it's your career or your calling, the certification starts here.

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