Lifeguard CLASS
Lifeguard class
information
Looking to become a lifeguard? Below are our lifeguard classes. Fill out a lifeguard class registration form with the class dates if you are ready or fill out an inquiry if you have any questions.
Class requirements
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Student must be 15 years of age by the last day of class.
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$25 non-refundable deposit must be paid to secure spot in the class PRIOR to the class.
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Remaining payment must be paid in CASH or CHECK (Check can be made out to Swim Houston Pool Management) at the swim test.
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Payment plan is available for Swim Houston employees only. Please email lifeguard@swimhoustonpools.com for more information regarding payment plans.
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Student must attend all class dates in each session
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Student is responsible for providing own swim wear and towel for the swim test and lifeguarding portion of the class (goggles not recommended).
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Female students are encouraged to wear a one piece swimsuit or 2 piece guard suit. Please refrain from wearing string bikinis.
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Male students are encouraged to wear boarding shorts or swim trunks. Please refrain from wearing speedos.
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Job application will be given out at the swim test. Application must be returned to instructor on the second day of class along with a copy of student's ID and social security card.
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* Swim Houston reserves all rights to cancel a class session. Students will be moved to the next available class.*
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requirements
The following will be tested at the swim test. ​
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Must be 15 years of age by the last day of class
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Swim 300 yards non-stop using either breast stroke or front crawl.
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Tread in water for 2 minutes with arms under armpits or in the air.
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Swim 20 yards, dive 10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound object, and swim 20 yards facing up with holding object with both hands.
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Class location
KATY 1:
Swim Test & LG Portion: 24526 Falcon Point Dr. Katy, TX 77494
CPR Portion: Swim Houston Office
5120 Franz Rd Ste. 700 Katy, TX 77493
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KATY 2:
Swim Test & LG Portion: 26126 Roesner Rd. Katy, TX 77494
CPR Portion: Swim Houston Office
5120 Franz Rd Ste. 700 Katy, TX 77493
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NORTH HOUSTON:
Swim Test, LG & CPR:
7419 Brookleaf Dr.
Houston, TX 77041
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RICHMOND:
Swim Test, LG & CPR:
5110 Waterview Estates Trail
Richmond, TX 77407
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SUGAR LAND:
Swim Test, LG & CPR:
1910 Williams Trace Blvd.
Sugar Land, TX 77031
RECERTIFICATION
Employee who wishes to get re-certified must have an American Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR/AED certification within the last two years.
* Re-certification is only available for those who are entering their 3rd+ years of lifeguarding.
* Swim Houston instructors has the right to request a student to take the full course if skills requirements are not met.
Class pricing
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (Limited Time): $75.00 (no uniform)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (Limited Time): $150.00 (with uniform)
REGULAR: $100.00 (no uniform)
REGULAR: $175.00 (with uniform)
RECERTIFICATION (Employee Only): $75.00 (no uniform)
Non-employee (no uniform): $300
Payment plan is available for employee only. Please contact the office for more information.
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REGULAR Class Dates
MARCH 13 - 16 (KATY 1)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Mar. 13: 10AM - 11AM (Swim Test)
Mar. 14: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
Mar. 15: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
Mar. 16: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
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APRIL 28 - 30 (REGULAR)
SOUTHEAST
Apr. 28: 5PM - 7PM (Swim Test)
Apr. 29: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
Apr. 30: 10AM - 3PM (CPR)
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APRIL 12 - 16 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
Apr. 12: 4PM - 5PM (Swim Test)
Apr. 13: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
Apr. 14: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
Apr. 15: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
Apr. 16: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
MAY 3 - 7 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
May 3: 4PM - 5PM (Swim Test)
May 4: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
May 5: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
May 6: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
May 7: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
APRIL 19 - 23 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
Apr. 19: 4PM - 5PM (Swim Test)
Apr. 20: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
Apr. 21: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
Apr. 22: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
Apr. 23: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
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MAY 9 - 13 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
May 9: 4PM - 5PM (Swim Test)
May 10: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
May 11: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
May 12: 4PM - 7PM (LG)
May 13: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
MAY 17 - 21 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
May 17: 4PM - 5PM (Swim Test)
May 18: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
May 19: 4PM - 7PM (CPR)
May 20: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
May 21: 10AM - 3PM (LG)
JUNE 14 - 17 (REGULAR)
NORTH HOUSTON
June 14: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
June 15: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 16: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 17: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
MAY 31 - JUNE 3 (REGULAR)
RICHMOND
May 31: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
June 1: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 2: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 3: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
JUNE 21 - 24 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
June 21: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
June 22: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 23: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 24: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
JUNE 7 - 10 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
June 7: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
June 8: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 9: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 10: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
JULY 5 - 8 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
July 5: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
July 6: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
July 7: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
July 8: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
JULY 12 - 15 (REGULAR)
KATY 1
July 12: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
July 13: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
July 14: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
July 15: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
REcertification Class Dates
APRIL 22 - 23 (RECERT)
KATY 1
Apr. 22: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
Apr. 23: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
JUNE 2 - 3 (RECERT)
KATY 1
June 2: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
June 3: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
MAY 6 - 7 (RECERT)
KATY 1
May 6: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
May 7: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
JUNE 16 - 17 (RECERT)
KATY 1
June 16: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
June 17: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
MAY 20 - 21 (RECERT)
KATY 1
May 20: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
May 21: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
JULY 7 - 8 (RECERT)
KATY 1
July 7: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
July 8: 10AM - 4PM (LG)
Non-employee Class Dates
JUNE 28 - JULY 1
KATY 1
June 28: 10AM - 12PM (Swim Test)
June 29: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
June 30: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
July 1: 10AM - 4PM (CPR)
