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Junior Lifeguarding
Get ready to dive into the world of lifeguarding with the American Red Cross Junior Lifeguarding Program—created just for ages 11–14! Over the length of the course, you’ll build the skills, confidence, and know-how to prepare for the full American Red Cross Lifeguarding course when you turn 15.

Each class mixes dry-land lessons with exciting in-water activities. Along the way, you’ll learn essential communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills, while practicing the techniques every future lifeguard needs to know. All students must pass a prerequisite swim test in order to participate, swim tests will be scheduled before the first day.

COURSE PREREQUISITES
Before entering Junior Lifeguarding, participants must demonstrate the following skills, students will be asked to complete a swim evaluation before the first day of classes:
  • Swim the front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or
  • side.
  • Swim the breaststroke for 25 yards using a pull, breathe, kick and glide sequence.
Complete the water competency sequence without stopping:
  • Step into water from the side and totally submerge.
  • Maintain position for one minute by treading water or floating (or a combination of the two).
  • Rotate one full turn and orient to the exit.
  • Level off and swim on the front or back 25 yards.
  • Exit without using a ladder or steps.
Price of this course includes a T-Shirt and a Whistle.

This course is not fee waiver eligible. If you are interested in participating but need assistance, please contact Aquatics directly at aquatics@portlandmaine.gov

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Junior Lifeguarding 
11y - 14y 10m N/A Sa  09/13/2025 - 12/20/2025
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Reiche Elementary School and Community Center - Pool 		$165.00 Res, $165.00 Non-Res
9 seat(s) available
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course offered through the City of Portland Recreation, a Red Cross Authorized Provider.
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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