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Renewal Lifeguard Training @ Fairfield

Free

with Certified SGI

Calendar Current session started May 5, 2026 at 4 pm
4 additional sessions through May 18, 2026

This course is only for current SwimSafe employees in good standing. Since the training is free, your certification will belong to SwimSafe Pool Management. Your certification will only be released to you with payment.

The purpose of the Renewal Lifeguard Training Course is to recertify lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services arrive.

Please be sure your online training is completed prior to attending class. If you are experiencing issues with logging into the portal, please email Ellie. Please budget your time accordingly. The online material takes about 4 hours for renewal guards. 

Columbus Pre-Class Swim Test

Free
Calendar Current session started May 6, 2026 at 5:30 pm
11 additional sessions through May 12, 2026

This skills test will take 30 minutes and is a requirement for all new lifeguards to attend before their Lifeguard Certification Class. The test will take place at the Grandview Heights Pool: 1350 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH

What is included in the swim test?

  • Swimming 100yds either freestyle or breaststroke.
  • Tread for 2 minutes with no hands
  • Submerge feet first and retrieve a 10lb rubber brick from the deepest part of the pool.

What should I wear/ bring?

You will need to come in a professional style bathing suit. One piece suit for females, short style swim trunks for males. Long hair must be pulled back. 

You will also need a towel. Goggles are NOT allowed. There will be locker rooms available for changing.

Manager Training

Free
Calendar Current session started May 6, 2026 at 4 am
8 additional sessions through May 20, 2026

Manager Training is designed to set you up for a successful summer and ensure you feel confident in your role from day one. Attendance is required for all managers, including returning managers, as we will be covering important updates, expectations, and leadership strategies for the season.

Each manager will receive one uniform shirt at training, with additional shirts available for purchase if desired. This will be a longer session, so please come prepared to stay engaged and participate throughout the day. We’ll provide food to keep you fueled.

Before arriving, make sure you are able to log in to Payroll Partners, as we will be using it during training. Bringing a laptop is highly recommended to ensure you can fully participate.

New Lifeguard Training @ Fairfield

Free

with Certified SGI

Calendar Next available session starts May 8, 2026
2 additional sessions through May 20, 2026

BEFORE REGISTERING: This course is only for current SwimSafe employees. If you have not yet interviewed, you must do that before registering for this class. 

Your employment with SwimSafe is contingent on passing this course and instructor recommendation.

The purpose of the StarGuard Lifeguard Training Course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services arrive. 

ONLINE TRAINING: You are required to complete the online training component before you show up to class. The online training will be shared with you 10 days before your scheduled class. Please budget your time accordingly. We expect you to be prepared for class by learning the information presented in the online course.

PRECLASS SWIM TEST: You must have attended and passed the pre-class swim test in order to attend class. 

Renewal Lifeguard Training @ Fairfield (Weekday)

Free

with Certified SGI

Calendar Next session starts May 8, 2026 at 9 am
1 additional session on May 14, 2026

This course is only for current SwimSafe employees in good standing. Since the training is free, your certification will belong to SwimSafe Pool Management. Your certification will only be released to you with payment.

You may NOT skip school to attend one of these courses. 

The purpose of the Renewal Lifeguard Training Course is to recertify lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services arrive.

Please be sure your online training is completed prior to attending class. If you are experiencing issues with logging into the portal, please email Ellie. Please budget your time accordingly. The online material takes about 4 hours for renewal guards. 

Renewal Lifeguard Training @CBUS

Free

with Certified SGI

Calendar Next available session starts May 9, 2026 at 9 am
2 additional sessions through May 19, 2026

Classes will take place at one of our Columbus facilities. Specific class location will be emailed no later than the week of your sceduled class date. 

This course is only for current SwimSafe employees in good standing. Since the training is free, your certification will belong to SwimSafe Pool Management. Your certification will only be released to you with payment.

The purpose of the Renewal Lifeguard Training Course is to recertify lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services arrive.

Online training will be sent 10 days before your scheduled course. Please be sure your online training is completed prior to attending class. If you are experiencing issues with logging into the portal, please email Ellie. Please budget your time accordingly. The online material takes about 4 hours for renewal guards. 

New Lifeguard Training @Columbus

Free

with Certified SGI

Calendar Next available session starts May 9, 2026 at 10 am
2 additional sessions through May 16, 2026

Classes will take place at the Grandview Heights pool: 1350 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, Ohio. 

This course is only for current SwimSafe employees. If you have not yet interviewed, you must do that before registering for this class. 

Your employment with SwimSafe is contingent on passing this course and instructor recommendation.

The purpose of the StarGuard Lifeguard Training Course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services arrive. 

You are required to complete the online training component before you show up to class. This online training will be shared with you 10 days before your class. If you don't have an email invitation to the online training, you need to email Ellie. Please budget your time accordingly. We expect you to be prepared for class by learning the information presented in the online course.

Pool Technician Training

Free

with Jason Schneider

Calendar Next available session starts May 9, 2026 at 10 am
9 additional sessions through May 16, 2026

This training is designed for POOL TECHNICIANS hired by SwimSafe for the 2026 summer season. 

In-person Pool Technician Training will take place outdoors, so please come dressed appropriately for the weather. During this training, you will learn the basics of pool chemistry, review pump room equipment and operations, and walk through what your day-to-day responsibilities will look like as a Pool Technician.

If possible, please register for your supervisors training. Make sure to double check the location. Addresses are available here:

  • Cherry Lane Farm - 6404 Holly Hill Lane West Chester, OH 4506
  • Cool Springs - 1409 Meadowlake Way, Union KY
  • Eagles Watch - 7901 Evening Whisper Way, Cincinnati, OH
  • Carrington Crossing - 430 Carrington Pl, Loveland, OH
  • Montgomery Hills Rec - 8830 Dover Dr. Maineville, OH
  • Ambleside Meadows - 2980 Ambleside Dr. Mason, OH
  • Regency Run - 12051 Regency Run Ct. Cincinnati, OH
  • Wentworth Village - 2024 Wentoworth Village Dr. Bellbrook, OH
  • Waterstone - 1601 Waterstone Blvd. Miamisburg, OH




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