Sessions are available this summer for both students and staff in St. Vrain Valley Schools to earn a new lifeguard certification or recertify. Using the American Red Cross curriculum, participants will train in water safety, emergency response, first aid and CPR, and AED operation. Whether you are looking for a rewarding way to serve the community, are a competitive swimmer or student-athlete, or are looking to build real-world skills in emergency response, leadership, and teamwork, this training is an invaluable opportunity.
The course follows a hybrid training model, with an online component to be completed prior to the hands-on session.
Participants must:
- Be at least 15 years of age
- Be able to swim 150 yards
- Be able to tread water for two minutes without hands
- Be able to retrieve a 10 lb weight in 10 feet of water
- Have a current physical on file (for St. Vrain students)
Details
Dates
- May 28-29: Lifeguard Recertification
8 a.m.-2 p.m. (students and staff) - June 1-5: Students Only (Initial Certification)
Monday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. - June 8-12: Staff Only (Initial Certification)
Monday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. - June 15-19: Students Only (Initial Certification)
Monday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Recertification must have at least 5 participants to run the course.
Initial Certification must have at least 8 participants to run the course.
Costs per person:
- $200 for recertification
- $300 for new certification training
*Class Format:
All classes are in a hybrid format with an online learning portion. Participants must complete the online learning portion prior to the first day of class in the pool. If the online portion is not completed by the first day of class, the participant will not be able to participate and there is no refund. A link to the online portion will be sent on 5/16/26.
Registration is open through May 15, 2026.
For questions or more information, please contact:
Devin Clark
Athletic Secretary, Silver Creek High School
[email protected]
(720)494-3729 extension: 45714
Or Scott Sullivan
Athletic Trainer
[email protected]