Prerequisites for lifeguard training include:
Students must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class. Students must pass a pre-course swimming skills test prior to taking lifeguarding courses.

1. Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both (swimming on the back or side is not allowed). Swim goggles may be used. Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs. Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both.

2. Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. 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. Candidates should not swim the distance under water. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Water Safety Instructor candidates must be at least 15 years old and demonstrate the ability to perform the following swimming skills:
Swim the following strokes consistent with Level 4:
Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Breaststroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke – 25 yards
Butterfly – 15 yards
Back float for 1 minute (floating or sculling)
Tread water for 1 minute

We try to offer these classes every three to four months, or when we have enough individuals interested. The classes will cost $250.00 each.

Next Lifeguarding Class Dates:
Wasilla Pool: Monday, June 9th - Saturday, June 14th, Monday, July 28th - Saturday, August 2nd
(NEXT) Schedule a pre-test, call 907-861-7670 or 907-861-7680