Eisenhower Indoor Pool · Springfield, IL
American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Course Prerequisites Participants must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification or one that has expired within the past 30 days to qualify for recertification. Pretest Requirements All participants are required to complete a pretest evaluation on the first day of the course, which includes: Swim–Tread–Swim Sequence: Swim 150 yards Tread water for 2 minutes without using hands Swim an additional 50 yards Brick Retrieval Test: Swim 20 yards Retrieve a 10 lb. brick from deep water Swim 20 yards while carrying the brick Exit the pool without assistance Course Dates & Times April 11–12 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM May 9–10 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Course Fee $150 (non-refundable) Course Fee Reimbursement Program: If participant agrees to work for the Park District they will receive their course fee back after one summer of employment! Ask staff for more information.
