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Lifeguard Class in Ada County Idaho
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Lifeguard Class in Ada County Idaho runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Ada County, Idaho at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Ada County, Idaho starts at $195.00 and takes Expect 7.5 hours of online work plus 2 days on site. You must be at least 15 years old and swim 300 yards continuously to qualify.
- Cost
- $195.00 per participant to start, less for groups.
- Course length
- Expect 7.5 hours of online work plus 2 days on site.
- Minimum age
- Minimum age 15, measured on the last day of class.
- Swim test
- The prerequisites are 300 yards continuous in front crawl and breaststroke, 2 minutes treading without arms, and a 10-lb brick retrieved from 7 to 10 feet and returned in under 1 minute, 40 seconds.
- Certifications
- The award spans Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid.
- Valid for
- Valid two years from issue. Recertification takes 10 hours of in-person training.
- Format
- Online study at your own pace, then practical skills sessions in Ada County, Idaho.
Booking a Lifeguard Class in Ada County Idaho takes a few minutes once you know what the course asks of you. A county of about 524,673 people needs a predictable supply of certified guards every spring. Registration is $195 and there is nothing further to pay for the certification itself.
Summer hires, full year staff and returning guards all take the same course. Skills taught include CPR, AED operation, First Aid, surveillance, emergency response and in water rescues. In Ada County those sites include Sandy Point Beach and Riverside Beach.
Dates are held often enough that most candidates in Ada County are certified within a few weeks of enquiring. Enrolment is online, and the only kit needed is a swimsuit and a towel.
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How to register for your Ada County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
Places are available now. Demand is seasonal and capacity is limited, so book ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes, this certification is accepted by employers throughout Ada County, Idaho.
Applications can begin as soon as the digital card is issued.
Where lifeguards work in Ada County
Public mapping records 29 named aquatic facilities in Ada County. Among the first 14 listed there are 9 public pools and swim clubs, 2 beaches and open-water sites, 2 water parks and 1 school or college pool. Pools account for most of that list, with a small number of open-water sites in Ada County.
Aquatic facilities in Ada County
- Sandy Point Beach
- Riverside Beach
- Roaring Springs Waterpark
- Boise City Natatorium
- Goldfish Swim School
- Bridgetower Community Swimming Pool
- Idaho Central Aquatic Center
- Laurel Park Community Pool
- Meridian Swimming Pool
- West Bridgetower Pool
- Critter Crossing
- Hydrotube Pool
- Whitewater Bay
- Leisure Lagoon
Listed for orientation only. American Aquatics and Safety Training is not affiliated with, and does not run classes at, the facilities above.
Counties near Ada County
Neighboring counties we also serve are listed below. The certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so it holds good if you take work in any of them.
Lifeguard class in Ada County Idaho: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Ada County, Idaho?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Ada County. The county's largest communities are Boise City, Meridian and Eagle, and most candidates travel from those areas for the in-water portion. Coursework is completed online first, then the rescue skills, CPR/AED and First Aid sessions are done in person with an instructor.
How much does lifeguard certification cost in Ada County?
The all-in price is $195.00, which includes water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Where only one element has lapsed, CPR/AED on its own is $25.00 and First Aid on its own is $19.99.
Will I be guarding a pool or open water in Ada County?
Mostly pools. A small number of open-water venues are recorded in Ada County. Named sites in Ada County include Sandy Point Beach, Riverside Beach and Roaring Springs Waterpark. Whether a certification is accepted for waterfront or surf positions depends on the employer and, in some states, on state rules, so check the posting before you apply. Surf beaches often run their own qualifying test.
How old do I need to be to become a lifeguard in Idaho?
Most pools ask for 15 years old on the final day of the course. Waterfront and beach roles generally want 16 or above. Because individual Ada County employers may require more, check the advert before committing.
What swim test do I have to pass?
Expect a continuous 300 yard swim, 2 minutes of legs-only treading, and a 10-pound brick recovered from between 7 and 10 feet. It is the first thing that happens in person, so be ready for the water on arrival.
Which communities in Ada County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Boise City (235,421 residents), Meridian (134,801 residents) and Eagle (32,319 residents). Boise City is the largest community in the county, and certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so it stays valid if you take a job in a neighboring county or another state.
Facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Lifeguarding in Ada County: the local picture
The county is home to roughly 524,673 residents. That makes it the 1st most populated of the 44 counties in Idaho. At 499 people per square mile it is a mixed suburban county, where school, club and municipal pools carry most of the season.
Ada County holds 8.6 square miles of water, about 0.8% of the county. That ranks it 22nd of 44 in the state for water area. With water that limited, almost all guarding here is pool based, which is the setting the standard certification covers.
Work tends to concentrate in Boise City (235,421), Meridian (134,801), Eagle (32,319), Kuna (28,050). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Ada County
- Beaches and waterfront: Sandy Point Beach, Riverside Beach
- Water parks and splash pads: Roaring Springs Waterpark, Boise City Natatorium
- School: Goldfish Swim School
- Pools: Bridgetower Community Swimming Pool, Idaho Central Aquatic Center, Laurel Park Community Pool, Meridian Swimming Pool, West Bridgetower Pool, Critter Crossing
Candidates in Ada County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Boise County, Canyon County, Elmore County, Gem County.
The course itself does not vary by county: certification details, who pays for a class, refunds and rescheduling, and every area covered.
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What pools, beaches and aquatic facilities are in Ada County Idaho?
There are 29 aquatic facilities on record in Ada County Idaho. These 14 are named:
- Sandy Point Beach (beach)
- Riverside Beach (beach)
- Roaring Springs Waterpark (water park)
- Boise City Natatorium (water park)
- Goldfish Swim School (school)
- Bridgetower Community Swimming Pool (pool)
- Idaho Central Aquatic Center (pool)
- Laurel Park Community Pool (pool)
- Meridian Swimming Pool (pool)
- West Bridgetower Pool (pool)
- Critter Crossing (pool)
- Hydrotube Pool (pool)
- Whitewater Bay (pool)
- Leisure Lagoon (pool)
Facilities are listed to show the kind of aquatic sites operating locally. Listing does not imply any affiliation with, or endorsement by, the operator.
Reviewed by Jackie Stern, Lifeguard Instructor, Firefighter and EMT. Jackie Stern has taught lifeguarding for more than 20 years and works as a firefighter, EMT and swim instructor. She reviews course content, prerequisites and rescue standards against current certification requirements.
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