Reno, NV Parks and Recreation

Junior Lifeguards is a program for children aged 11-14 that will provide participants with an understanding of the skills required to become a pool lifeguard by emphasizing fun and physical fitness through a variety of activities.

The program is physical in nature as participants will practice in-water rescue skills, complete swim workouts for their gauged skill levels, receive stroke refinement from instructors, participate in dry-land calisthenics and challenges, and play a variety of team-building games. Additionally, participants will have educational presentations from a variety of community partners.

Upon successful completion of skills and scenarios, participants will also earn their American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification, valid for two years!

Prerequisites:

Must be 11-14 years of age by first session date
Must complete the following in-water pretest:
- Swim front crawl (freestyle) for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the side
- Step into deep water from the side, submerge, and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater
- Tread water for one minute using arms and legs

Class Fee:

$100

Location:

Moana Springs Community Aquatics and Fitness Center

2026 Session Dates:

The dates specified below are the in-person meeting dates for each session. To be certified, participants must be able to attend all dates in a class session.