Red Cross Courses

Water Safety Instructor

The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) program is designed to train candidates to teach American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety programs. This comprehensive certification equips instructors with the instructional method, mechanical knowledge, and leadership skills necessary to teach people of all ages and abilities how to swim and stay safe around water.

Core Objectives:

• Instructional Excellence: Learn to teach Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-to-Swim (Levels 1–6), and Adult Swim courses.
• Stroke Mechanics: Master and break down the technical components of all major swimming strokes (Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Elementary Backstroke, and Butterfly).
• Safety & Rescue: Educate the community on water safety guidelines, accident prevention, and basic water rescue techniques.

Prerequisites: 

• Age: Must be at least 16 years old by the final day of the course.
• Skill Assessment: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency (swimming 25 yards continuously) in all six basic strokes, tread water for 2 minutes using only legs, and maintain a back float for 1 minute.

Classroom portion of training will be held over a three day period. 
**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**

Certification Earned
Upon successful completion of the blended learning coursework, practice teaching assignments, and written exams, participants will receive a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, valid for 2 years.

Dates, Times & Pricing

February 6 & 7, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday | $400

February 13 & 14, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday | $400

February 20 & 21, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday | $400

Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

This course is designed for regular people who want to learn how to save lives in an emergency. This course is also made for those looking to be re-certified to have the latest protocols on how to save a life.

**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**

Dates, Times & Pricing

Tuesday October 13, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:30pm | $135

Sunday, November 15, 2026
10:00am - 12:30pm | $135

Tuesday December 15, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:30pm | $135

Sunday, January 24, 2027
10:00am - 12:30 | $135

Thursday, March 11, 2027
5:00 pm - 7:30pm | $135

Saturday, April 24, 2027
9:00am - 11:30am | $135

Sunday, May 23, 2027
10:00am - 12:30pm | $135

Sunday, June 27, 2027
10:00am - 12:30pm | $135

Sunday, July 18, 2027
10:00am - 12:30pm | $135

Tuesday, August 10, 2027
5:00 pm - 7:30pm | $135
 

CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO)

Our American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO) program is designed for individuals whose jobs or responsibilities require a higher level of CPR and emergency response training.

CPRO provides professional-level CPR, AED, and First Aid training with an emphasis on responding confidently and effectively in emergency situations. It is a great option for lifeguards, aquatics professionals, coaches, childcare professionals, healthcare-related personnel, and other workplace professionals who may be responsible for responding to an emergency.

What the CPRO Course Covers
Participants learn and practice skills including:

• Adult, child, and infant CPR
• AED use
• Two-rescuer CPR
• Rescue breathing and ventilation
• Recognition and response to cardiac emergencies
• First Aid skills and emergency response
• Choking emergencies
• Professional-level response scenarios
• Working as part of a rescue team during an emergency

The course combines online learning with hands-on, instructor-led skills practice, allowing participants to review key concepts online before coming to class and then focus on practicing and demonstrating their skills in person.

Who Should Take CPRO?
CPRO is recommended for professionals who may be expected to respond to a medical emergency as part of their job, including:

• Lifeguards and aquatics staff
• Coaches and athletic staff
• Childcare and youth-program professionals
• Camp staff
• Fitness and recreation professionals
• Workplace emergency responders
• Healthcare-related professionals
• Other individuals whose position requires professional-level CPR/AED certification

Prerequisites
Participants should:

• Be comfortable performing CPR skills and participating in hands-on practice
• Be physically able to perform CPR and other required skills
• Complete the required online learning before the in-person session
• Bring proof of completion of the online portion, when required
• Be prepared to actively participate in skills practice and demonstrations

Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification is recommended/required based on the specific course offering. Please confirm the prerequisites for your particular class before registering.

Certification
Successful completion of the course results in an American Red Cross CPRO certification, which is generally valid for 2 years.

Because CPR skills can fade over time, annual CPR/AED refreshers are recommended even when certification remains current.

Why Choose CPRO?
CPRO goes beyond simply knowing how to perform CPR. The program gives professionals the opportunity to practice responding to emergencies, build confidence with lifesaving equipment and techniques, and work through realistic professional-level scenarios.

Whether you are responsible for a pool deck, athletic facility, classroom, camp, workplace, or other professional environment, CPRO helps you stay prepared to respond when it matters most.

Dates, Times & Pricing

Sunday, October 4, 2026
9:00am - 3:00pm | $280

Sunday, October 18, 2026
8:00am - 4:00pm | $280

Sunday, January 16, 2027
9:00am - 3:00pm | $280

Sunday, April 18, 2027
9:00am - 3:00pm | $280

Sunday, May 8, 2027
9:00am - 3:00pm | $280

Sunday, June 5, 2027
9:00am - 3:00pm | $280

Sunday, August 22, 2027
9:00am - 3:00pm | $280

Lifeguard Certification

Learn essential lifeguard skills including CPR/AED/First Aid, with the most up-to-date protocols and be ready for a job as a Lifeguard. *This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll.

You must complete the 9-hour online course that is sent out one week prior to the start of the course (online materials can be sent out earlier than one week upon request), and be 15 years or older.

Prerequisites: Ability to swim 150 yards straight into a 2 minute tread back into a 50 yard swim and complete a timed drill diving for a weighted brick.

Classroom portion of training will be held over a three day period.  
**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**

Get 3 Free Lap Swim Visits When You Sign Up for Lifeguard Certification at UVAC!
Are you training for the Red Cross Lifeguard Certification class at UVAC? We’ve got you covered. When you register for the course, you’ll receive 3 free visits for lap swimming only—perfect for practicing your skills before the in-water sessions begin.

Lifeguard Certification Dates, Times & Pricing

October 9, 10 & 11, 2026
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400

December 11, 12 & 13, 2026
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400

January 29, 30 & 31, 2027
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400

February 26, 27 & 28, 2027
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400

April 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29, 2027
Two days a week for four weeks: 3:30pm-7:30pm Tuesdays & Thursdays | $400

May 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27, 2027
Two days a week for four weeks: 3:30pm-7:30pm Tuesdays & Thursdays | $400

June 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 & 24, 2027
Two days a week for four weeks: 3:30pm-7:30pm Tuesdays & Thursdays | $400

June 25, 26 & 27, 2027
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400

July 1, 2 & 3, 2027
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400

August 27, 28 & 29, 2027
4:00pm-7:30pm Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday, and 8:00am-4:30pm Sunday | $400
 

Lifeguard With Waterfront Certification Dates, Times & Pricing

Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 350 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed) • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs • Swim 200 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both

Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed). • Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Prerequisite 3: Complete an underwater swim • Swim 5 yards, submerge and retrieve three dive rings placed 5 yards apart in 4 – 7 feet of water • Resurface and continue to swim another 5 yards  

March 12, 13 & 14, 2027
4:00pm-7:45pm Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday | $550

April 2, 3 & 4, 2027
4:00pm-7:45pm Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday | $550

May 14, 15 & 16, 2027
4:00pm-7:45pm Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday | $550

May 28, 29 & 30, 2027
4:00pm-7:45pm Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday | $550

June 11, 12 & 13, 2027
4:00pm-7:45pm Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday | $550

Waterfront Certification Dates, Times & Pricing

Monday, June 28 2027
11:00am-5:00pm | $150

Lifeguard Prep Academy

Looking to improve your swimming skills, build strength, and gain confidence before taking an American Red Cross Lifeguarding course? Our Lifeguard Prep Course is designed to set you up for success.

This course is ideal for participants ages 11 and older who want to prepare for lifeguard training by developing the swimming skills and confidence needed to meet the course prerequisites. Participants will improve their freestyle and breaststroke technique, build endurance for longer-distance swimming, and practice the skills required for the lifeguarding pre-course swim test.

During the course, participants will:

• Build strength and endurance for the lifeguarding swim prerequisites.
• Improve freestyle and breaststroke technique.
• Increase confidence swimming longer distances.
• Learn and practice no-hands treading, a key skill required during the lifeguarding pre-course assessment.
• Learn tips and techniques for the 10-pound brick retrieval and practice retrieving the brick from the bottom of the pool.
• Gain confidence in deep water.
• Learn basic water safety concepts and what to expect before becoming a certified lifeguard.

Whether you're planning to enroll in a lifeguarding course soon or simply want more time to prepare, this class is a great way to build your skills. Participants are welcome to take the course multiple times to continue improving and gain additional confidence.

Prerequisites

• Ages 11 and older.
• Able to swim 25 yards continuously using freestyle and 25 yards continuously using backstroke.
• Comfortable putting your face in the water.
• We recommend participants have swimming skills equivalent to Level 4 before enrolling.

Not sure if you're ready? We offer free pre-assessments with our American Red Cross Instructor Team to help determine if this course—or the full Lifeguarding course—is the right next step for you. Contact us to schedule an assessment or ask any questions.

Dates, Times & Pricing

November 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2026
One day a week for four weeks: Mondays 5:00pm-6:30pm | $150

January 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2027
One day a week for four weeks: Mondays 5:00pm-6:30pm | $150

March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2027
One day a week for four weeks: Mondays 5:00pm-6:30pm | $150

April 26, May 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2027
One day a week for four weeks: Mondays 5:00pm-6:30pm | $150

July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2027
One day a week for four weeks: Mondays 5:00pm-6:30pm | $150

Lifeguard & Waterfront Recertifications

Refresh your lifeguard skills with the most up-to-date protocols. (Optional Waterfront)

PREREQUISITES: Ability to swim 150 yards straight into a 2 minute tread back into a 50 yard swim and complete a timed drill diving for a weighted brick. Test is at the beginning of the course. Must be taken within 30 days of expiration. 

Get 3 Free Lap Swim Visits When You Sign Up for Lifeguard Certification at UVAC!
Are you training for the Red Cross Lifeguard Certification class at UVAC? We’ve got you covered. When you register for the course, you’ll receive 3 free visits for lap swimming only—perfect for practicing your skills before the in-water sessions begin.

Lifeguard Recertification Dates, Times & Pricing

September 26 & 27, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

October 24 & 25, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

January 9 & 10, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

April 24 & 25, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

May 1 & 2, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

May 15 & 16, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

June 5 & 6, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

June 19 & 20, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

July 10 & 11, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

August 14 & 15, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday | $275

Lifeguard With Waterfront Recertification Dates, Times & Pricing

March 6 & 7, 2027
9:00am-4:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-4:00pm Sunday | $325

April 10 & 11, 2027
9:00am-4:00pm Saturday, and 9:00am-4:00pm Sunday | $325

Waterfront Recertifications Dates, Times & Pricing

Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 350 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed) • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs • Swim 200 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both

Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed). • Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Prerequisite 3: Complete an underwater swim • Swim 5 yards, submerge and retrieve three dive rings placed 5 yards apart in 4 – 7 feet of water • Resurface and continue to swim another 5 yards  

Sunday, May 16, 2027
2:00pm-4:20pm | $100

Sunday, June 6, 2027
2:00pm-4:20pm | $100
 

Junior Lifeguard with CPR

Give your child the skills and confidence to become a future lifeguard! Designed for ages 11–14, this week-long, full-day program introduces participants to lifeguarding basics, CPR, water safety, teamwork, leadership and essential workplace skills. No prerequisites required. Participants will build a strong foundation for advanced lifeguard training and certification when they turn 15.

Dates, Times & Pricing

February 22, 23, 24, 25 & 26, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm | $350

July 12, 13, 14, 15 & 16, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm | $350

Babysitting With CPR Certification

This course is designed for adolescents who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly provide care for children and infants.

Prerequisites: None, but it should be noted that the course is designed for 11-16 year olds.  

Dates, Times & Pricing

Sunday, October 18, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm | $165

Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm | $165

Sunday, December 20, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm | $165

Sunday, February 21, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm | $165

Sunday, July 25, 2027
9:00am-3:00pm | $165

Remote Wilderness First Aid

This Remote Wilderness First Aid course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away.

PREREQUISITES: Must be at least 14 years old and hold current adult CPR/AED certification. (Go to www.uvacswim.org/red-cross-courses to see our CPR offerings)

Dates, Times & Pricing

October 10 & 11, 2026
8:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-3:00pm Sunday | $275

March 20 & 21, 2027
8:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-3:00pm Sunday | $275

August 21 & 22, 2027
8:00am-3:00pm Saturday, and 8:00am-3:00pm Sunday | $275

Also Offered to Large Groups by Request

Topics include:

• Primary and Secondary Assessments
• Head/Brain, Neck and Spinal Injuries
• Heat-Related Emergencies
• Hypothermia
• Altitude-Related Illnesses
• Allergies and Anaphylaxis
• Burns
• Bone and Joint Injuries
• Wounds and Wound Infection

Please contact Sophia Mark for more information: 802-296-2850 ext 109 or smark@uvacswim.org

Basic Life Support

This Basic Life Support course is designed to train professionals to respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies for adult, child, and infant victims.
Prerequisites: Complete the 3-hour online course that is sent out one week prior to the start of the course (online materials can be sent out earlier than one week upon request).

**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**

Dates, Times & Pricing

Dates/Times

Stay tuned for future classes

Price

Members & Non-Members
Fee is $120

Become a UVAC Lifeguard — Get Red Cross Financial Aid

The Upper Valley Aquatic Center offers Red Cross Financial aid in the form of free tuition to participants interested in working as lifeguards for Upper Valley Aquatic Center. In order to be considered please follow these steps:

1. Send in your job application to Lifeguard
2. Satisfy all requirements for certification.
3. If you are not certified, ask the Aquatics Director how you can get certified with the help of UVAC.
4. Get a great job at Upper Valley Aquatic Center!

Please contact Sophia Mark for more information: 802-296-2850 ext 109 or smark@uvacswim.org