Successfully interview and demonstrate the Lifeguard Training Pre-Course skills (described in course description below).
Commit to working 250 hours (with pay) as a lifeguard for the City.
Pass background check and health screen.
You will then be enrolled in a Lifeguard Training class (see available sessions below). Must attend all class dates and times and successfully complete course to be eligible for hire.
Become a Lifeguard for the City of Burlington!
lifeguard training
Through classroom discussion and land and water skill practice, participants learn teamwork, rescue and surveillance skills, First Aid, CPR/AED and other lifesaving techniques needed to become a professional lifeguard. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR certification (valid 2 years).
Fee: $200 or FREE! (see above)
Location: Maynard Aquatic Center
Prerequisites:
Must be 15 years old on or before the last day of class
Must successfully complete the Pre-course Skills Test on the first day of class
Pre-course Skills Test:
Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not allowed.
Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs
Complete a timed event: 20 yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive to 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound brick and, holding the brick with both hands, swim 20 yards back to starting point. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Must be completed in 1 minute, 40 seconds.
Lifeguard Training class sessions
(All spaces currently reserved for prospective lifeguards for the City. Enrollment will be opened to others if space allows. Email anicholson@burlingtonnc.gov to be added to the waiting list.)
