The JCC offers a variety of American Red Cross Training and classes.  Certification is obtained upon passing the necessary test put forth in the American Red Cross guidelines. Full payment is due at the time of registration. An administrative fee of $35 will be retained for all cancellations and/or if participant is unable to complete the training.

All aquatic programming will be held in the heated outdoor competition pool while the indoor pool is closed for renovation.

Lifeguard Certification

Member & Non Member
Ages 15+

Learn the skills needed to be a professional lifeguard. Topics covered include teamwork, rescue and water surveillance skills, First Aid, and CPR/AED. Participants must be 15 years old and pass the pre-course to obtain certification. The pre-course will be held one week prior to certification classes.

To pass the pre-course participants must:

• Swim 300 yards continuously
• Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs
• Complete timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: starting in the water swimming 20yds, surface dive to a depth of 7-10 ft, retrieve 10lb object, return to surface, swim 20yds on back to return to starting point, exit water without steps or ladder.

Babysitting Training

Member & Non Member, Ages 11+

Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. Participants will also learn about basic child care and basic first aid. Participants will not be certified in First Aid, CPR or AED. To get certification participants must attend both classes.

Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

Members & Non Members
Ages 11+

Provide participants the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies and decide whether advanced medical care is needed. Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years. This class is not for Professional Rescuers. Minimum: 4

Lifeguard Re-Certification

Member & Non Member
Ages 15+

Open to individuals who have pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course and who’s certification is no more than 30 days expired. Documentation of previous certification must be presented. Full payment is due at the time of registration.