This skills test will take 30 minutes and is a requirement for all new lifeguards to attend before their Lifeguard Certification Class. THE LOCATION OF THE SWIM TEST WILL BE SENT 24-28 HOURS BEFORE THE SCHEDULED START TIME. 

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.

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. 

Classes will take place at one of our Columbus area facilities. Location information will be sent out no later than the week of your registered class.

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.