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Class space is limited and early registration is strongly suggested!

Certification is available upon the completion of the course (25 hours, 100% attendance required). The course materials are included in the cost of the class and will be provided on the first day of the course. A skills test is given on the first day of class (class fee refunds minus the $5 non-refundable fee are given to those who fail this test).

  • Must swim continously for 300 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke, or a combination of both
  • Must be 15 years old by the end of the last day of the course (Must provide proof of age on the first day of class)
  • Must tread water in 7-8ft of water continuously for 2 minutes
  • Must retrieve 10lb brick from 7ft of water, 25 yards away, swim back to the pool's edge and exit the pool

Participants must pass all written and skills tests to receive certification. CPR and First Aid certifications are included in this course. All classes are held at the Veterans Memorial Pool in Pleasant Grove (582 East 300 South). For more information, please contact Tyler Wilkins at (801) 785-6172.

Session Dates Days Time Age Fee
One (1) April 30 - May 4 Monday - Friday 4:00 - 9:00 PM 15 and up $150*
Two (2) April 30 - May 4 Monday - Friday 4:00 - 9:00 PM 15 and up $150*

*Half of the fee will be refunded if you are employed by the Pleasant Grove Pool and work an entire season. The other half will be refunded if you come back the following year to work at the Pleasant Grove Pool.

If these dates don't work for you, Orem and American Fork also have classes. Click on the links below to see dates and information