Looking to get lifeguard certified but don't have time for a week-long course?
Bay Club Pleasanton is offering the American Red Cross Blended Learning Lifeguard Certification program. This new "blended" course combines a 7-hour online knowledge acquisition segment with a 20-hour weekend in-person segment covering in-water, first aid, CPR and AED skills training.
This blended approach provides the same base of knowledge and skills as the traditional in-person course and trains lifeguards to act with speed and confidence in emergency situations both in and out of the water.
Candidates who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to apply for a summer lifeguard position at Bay Club Pleasanton.
Must be successfully completed prior to the in-person training course. A link will be included in your confirmation email.
Jessical Coutts is Aquatics Manager at Bay Club Gateway, San Francisco. She is a Certified Red Cross lifeguard instructor and lifeguard instructor trainer.
These requirements will be tested on the first day of the in-person class. Participants must pass the entire prerequisite test to continue in the course. Failure to pass the prerequisite test results in forfeiture of class fees.
Must be at least 16 years old on or before the final scheduled session of this course.
Must present "Online Course Competion Record" at the start of the in-person training class.
Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. May use the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, but back or sidestroke is not allowed. Swim goggles are allowed.
Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs and with hands placed under the armpits.
Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles not allowed.
Return to the surface and swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. May not swim the distance under water.
Successfully complete 7-hour online training prior to the in-person training session.
Demonstrate competency in the final skills scenarios.
Candidates must attend all in-person classes in their entirety.
Must correctly answer no less than 80% of questions on the final written exam.
Must successfully complete all physical requirements with respect to lifeguarding skills.
Must exhibit professionalism at all times during the course.
• You will receive an email with the online session link once the class is open and available.
• You must complete the online portion of the class prior to the first day of the in-person segment.
• You must present your "Online Course Completion Record" at the first in-person meeting to continue with the training.
Cancelation requests must be submitted by email at least 7 days in advance of the first in-person meeting time. No refunds or credits will be issued for missed days, bad weather, or failure to cancel. Failure to meet the course prerequisites or successfully complete course requirements will result in forfeiture of class fees and certification will not be granted.
All participants must be at least 16 years old on or before the final scheduled session of this course. A valid photo ID will be required upon front desk check-in and Club entry.
Free parking is available. We are about 1.5 miles from the West Dublin BART station.
The sessions will include indoor classroom training and outdoor on-deck and in-water training. You should wear comfortable clothes and bring a swim suit, sandals/flip flops, sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses for outdoor wear. Swim goggles are optional. A changing area with lockers, showers, towels and amenities will be provided. A jacket or sweatshirt is recommended in case of cool and evening weather. Also, remember to bring your "Online Course Completion Record", a photo ID, and the completed Bay Club Registration/Waiver which will be included in your confirmation email.
Will a lunch break be provided?
Yes, on Saturday and Sunday you will have a 30-minute lunch break. Feel free to bring a bag lunch, or you can purchase lunch and beverages at our onsite Cafe. Various nearby sandwich shops and quick serve restaurants are also available.