Lifeguard Training ClassesNew Students & Recertifications
Lifeguarding will help you develop skills and experience that will be valued by colleges and future employers. It's a great way to demonstrate what you can offer. Colleges and employers look for applicants who can deal effectively with people, who have a take charge attitude and who are willing to work to develop new skills.
Skills You Will Learn in Each Class Listed Below:
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Surveillance skills to help you recognize and prevent injuries
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Rescue skills - in the water and on land
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First aid training and professional rescuer CPR - to help you prepare for any emergency
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Professional lifeguard responsibilities like interacting with the public and addressing uncooperative patrons
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Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED Certifications (which are Valid for Two (2) Years and are updated through the recertification course)
* - Waterfront Lifeguard Module is available; however, it is not included in the regular curriculum. If you are a recertification student that already has Waterfront, it will be included in the regular recertification class. Those students that require this optional part of the program can click here. Additional costs apply.
Lifeguard Certification & Recertification Classes

Date
Location
August 10th, 2022
Cost
Lawrenceville Swimming Association, Lawrenceville, NJ
$240
Open to the Public
Recertification Student
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Wednesday, August 10th; 8:30am-6:00pm
THIS IS AN OUTDOOR POOL
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
September 4th, 2022
Cost
Ben Franklin Swim Club, Lawrenceville, NJ
$240
Open to the Public
Recertification Student
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Sunday, September 4th; 9:00am-6:30pm
THIS IS A HEATED OUTDOOR POOL
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
October 2022
Cost
Ben Franklin Swim Club, Lawrenceville, NJ
$375
Open to the Public
New Student Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Schedule available in August 2022
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
December 2022
Cost
Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ
$375
Open to the Public
New Student Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Schedule available in August 2022
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
December 18th, 2022
Cost
Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ
$250
Open to the Public
Recertification Student
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Sunday, December 18th, 2022
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
December 27th, 2022
Cost
Drew University, Madison, NJ
$250
Open to the Public
Recertification Student
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Tuesday, December 27th, 2022
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
January 2023
Cost
Drew University, Madison, NJ
$375
Open to the Public
New Student Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Schedule available in September 2022
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
February 2023
Cost
Windsor Athletic Club, West Windsor, NJ
$375
Open to the Public
New Student Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Schedule Available in November 2022
In addition, there is approximately 7-hours of eLearning training that must be completed at the student's leisure prior to and during the course.
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
March 2023
Cost
Drew University, Madison, NJ
$375
Open to the Public
New Student Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Schedule Available in November 2022
In addition, there is approximately 7-hours of eLearning training that must be completed at the student's leisure prior to and during the course.
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.

Date
Location
April 2023
Cost
Drew University, Madison, NJ
$375
Open to the Public
New Student Lifeguard Certification
Lifeguard Training, First Aid, & CPR/AED
Class Schedule:*
Schedule Available in November 2022
In addition, there is approximately 7-hours of eLearning training that must be completed at the student's leisure prior to and during the course.
* Some flexibility available for those with scheduling conflicts.