Lifeguard Instructor
Course Description
The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Basic Lifeguarding Instructor Course is to train instructors to teach the basic-level American Red Cross Lifeguarding courses. Books and training materials are included. Please bring a swimsuit, towel, lunch/dinner, and a writing utensil.
This is a BLENDED LEARNING course, which requires the online portion to be completed before class.
Course Prerequisites
- Be at least 17 years of age on or before the first day of training.
- Possess a CURRENT basic level certification in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED.
- Has completed the online Introduction to the Lifeguard Instructor Course before the precourse skills session.
- Pass the precourse session, which includes:
- A skills assessment will evaluate lifeguarding, first aid, CPR, and AED skills.
- A skills polish session.
There will be no Lifeguard Instructor courses in Spring 2023. Please check back for information on Summer 2023 dates.
Course Participant Minimums
Classes with fewer than four participants will be canceled on the “Registration Deadline” date. Participants can still register after the cancellation date has passed if the class has not been canceled and space permits. If the class is canceled, the participant will receive a full refund.
Refund Policy
Refunds or transfers to other classes are not allowed when the course is less than 48 business hours in advance for most courses (instructor-level courses or other courses that require online prerequisites will require a full week's notice). Once a course has started, we cannot offer refunds (including students failing an online or in-person prerequisite). Cancellations and transfers made 48 business hours in advance will result in a $20 administrative fee. Refunds are not given when participants fail prerequisite testing or have started prerequisites.
Parking Information
All vehicles must register their vehicle with Parking Services and properly display the permit while the vehicle is parked on campus. If you do not have a permit, the closest pay-to-park garage is the Ximenes Garage. It takes debit or credit, and it will cost $2/hr. For more information about parking, please check Campus Services or call (210) 458-7275.
LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR REVIEW
Course Description
The Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer review course is an abbreviated recertification course for certified instructors and instructor trainers. The course aims to allow participants to review the course content and practice skills in a formal class setting, and complete the final written exam. Books and training materials are included. Please bring a swimsuit, towel, lunch/dinner, and a writing utensil.
Course Prerequisites
Possess a current (r.2017) American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification and/or possess a current (r.2017) American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer certification.
Upcoming Course Dates & Times
| Dates | Cost | Location | Registration Closes at 5:00 pm on Deadline Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD Summer 2022 |
UTSA Student: $30 Rec Member: $40 Community: $50 |
Aquatic Center + Wet Classroom | Please keep checking back for updates |
Course Participant Minimums
Classes with fewer than four participants will be canceled on the “Registration Deadline” date. Participants can still register after the cancellation date has passed if the class has not been canceled and space permits. If the class is canceled, the participant will receive a full refund.
Refund Policy
Refunds or transfers to other classes are not allowed when the course is less than 48 business hours in advance for most courses (instructor-level courses or other courses that require online prerequisites will require a full week's notice). Once a course has started, we cannot offer refunds (including students failing an online or in-person prerequisite). Cancellations and transfers made 48 business hours in advance will result in a $20 administrative fee. Refunds are not given when participants fail prerequisite testing or have started prerequisites.
Parking Information
All vehicles must register their vehicle with Parking Services and properly display the permit while the vehicle is parked on campus. If you do not have a permit, the closest pay-to-park garage is the Ximenes Garage. It takes debit or credit, and it will cost $2/hr. For more information about parking, please check Campus Servies or call (210) 458-7275.
