When you become certified as a lifeguard and work at Tahoe Donner this summer, your course fee will be reimbursed after 30 days on the job. Email aquatics@tahoedonner.com for more info!


LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Students 15 and older learn how to provide safety and protection to aquatic patrons and how to respond to water-related emergencies. Participants will receive the American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate and a CPR/AED and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer certification.

DATES + TIMES:
May 24-26 | 3:30-7:30PM
June 3-4 | 9AM-4PM
COST: $80


LIFEGUARD REVIEW COURSE

These courses are intended for those who have successfully completed the Red Cross Lifeguard course within the last two years. Includes CPR/AED and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer certification.

DAY + TIME:
June 10 | 9AM-4PM
COST: $80

To register for the Lifeguard Certification or Recertification course or ask questions, please email aquatics@tahoedonner.com.


PREREQUISITES FOR LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE

  • Complete a 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke
  • Complete a 2-minute tread using legs only
  • Ability to retrieve a 10-pound dive weight from 7-foot deep water
  • Surface and swim 20 yards with the 10-pound weight
  • Exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds