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GuardStart:
Lifeguarding Tomorrow
If you’re between 11 and 14 years
old and have always wanted to be a
lifeguard, now is the time to take
the first step. Get a jump start on
securing a future job as a lifeguard
by completing the Red Cross
GuardStart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow
programs! Learn what it takes to be
a great lifeguard. The experience
you gain through Guardstart will
help you get ready to take Lifeguard
Training.
GuardStart focuses on five key
areas:
GuardStart course length will vary.
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Guard Start
This course is designed
for youth to provide a foundation of aquatic and leadership
knowledge, attitudes and skills for future successful
completion of the Red Cross Lifeguarding courses.
Prerequisites
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Recommended for 11 to
14 year olds.
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Swim the front crawl
for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front
or side.
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Tread water for 1
minute using arms and legs.
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Submerge and swim a
distance of 10 feet underwater.
Certification
Requirements
Certificate Type
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Location |
Phone |
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Dr. Richard
Showers Pool |
851-4003 |
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Dublin Pool
Madison |
772-9300
or 772-2560 |
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Jim Williams
Aquatic Center |
427-5795 |

Choose Where You Want to Work
American Red Cross Lifeguarding,
Swimming and Water Safety programs
are nationally recognized! That
means once you receive
certification, you’ll be eligible to
work throughout the United States.

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