OWA is happy to provide full certification courses in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer through the American Red Cross. We have two instructors on staff, Melissa and Sarah, who are both very experienced in the field of lifeguarding, and can promise you a complete and rewarding class experience!
These classes will get you the certification necessary to get a job at several locations throughout Charlotte (and beyond). We will take the extra step that other classes may not provide, and give you job references, names, and numbers if desired to a number of companies hiring every spring.
Prerequisites:
-You must be 15 or older by the last day of class
-Be able to swim 300 yards continuously (not timed) using Freestyle and Breaststroke
-Complete a timed event (1 min. 40 sec.) where you swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10 lb. bag, swim with the bag back 20 yards, and get it and yourself out.
-2 minute tread water, using legs only
*No refunds will be given if you are unable to do the above skills. If you have concerns regarding these prerequisites, please speak with Melissa before your class begins.
![How to be a lifeguard](How-to-be-a-lifeguard.gif")
