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Lifeguard Class in Sullivan County New York
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Lifeguard Class in Sullivan County New York runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Sullivan County, New York at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Sullivan County, New York starts at $195.00 and takes 7.5 hours online, then 2 in-person days. 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
- 7.5 hours online, then 2 in-person days.
- Minimum age
- Candidates need to be 15 by the closing 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
- It covers Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.
- Valid for
- Two years from issue, after which recertification requires 10 hours in person.
- Format
- Online study at your own pace, then practical skills sessions in Sullivan County, New York.
The Lifeguard Class in Sullivan County New York on this page is the complete certification course, open to first time candidates and to guards whose cards have run out. Monticello is the largest community in the county and the usual starting point for candidates. Expect to pay $195, which carries you through to certification.
Candidates range from first time summer hires to staff renewing after a season away. Expect CPR, AED, First Aid, surveillance, emergency response and in water rescue across the course. Sites like Wanaksink Lake Beach and river access are the kind of place that hires.
Dates are held often enough that most candidates in Sullivan County are certified within a few weeks of enquiring. Complete registration online and pack a swimsuit and a towel.
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How to register for your Sullivan County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
You can register now. Seasonal demand clears places fast, so secure yours early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes. Across Sullivan County, New York, employers accept the certification.
You are able to apply the moment the digital certification card reaches you.
Where do lifeguards work in Sullivan County?
Public mapping records 9 named aquatic facilities in Sullivan County. Among the sites listed there are 6 public pools and swim clubs, 2 beaches and open-water sites and 1 water park. That is a genuine mix of pool and open-water sites in Sullivan County.
Aquatic facilities in Sullivan County
- Wanaksink Lake Beach
- river access
- Kartrite Resort Indoor Waterpark
- Villa Roma Resort Hotel Indoor Pool
- Mountaindale Well #2
- Kenoza Hall Pool
- Villa Roma Pool
- Women's Pool
- Men's Pool
Listed for orientation only. American Aquatics and Safety Training is not affiliated with, and does not run classes at, the facilities above.
Counties near Sullivan County
These are the closest counties we also cover, spanning 2 states. Certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so it stays valid if you take a job in any of them.
Lifeguard class in Sullivan County New York: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Sullivan County, New York?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Sullivan County. The county's largest communities are Monticello, Liberty and Wurtsboro, 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 Sullivan County?
$195.00 buys the full certification, covering water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid in a single package. Renewing just one part costs $25.00 for CPR/AED or $19.99 for First Aid.
Will I be guarding a pool or open water in Sullivan County?
Both. The recorded venues in Sullivan County split between pools and open water. Named sites in Sullivan County include Wanaksink Lake Beach, river access and Kartrite Resort Indoor 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 New York?
For pool work the common requirement is age 15 by the course end date, rising to 16 or older for waterfront and beach positions. Employers in Sullivan County sometimes set a higher minimum, so confirm against the posting before you register.
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 Sullivan County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Monticello (7,221 residents), Liberty (5,130 residents) and Wurtsboro (1,077 residents). Monticello 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.
What is lifeguarding like in Sullivan County?
Sullivan County has a population of about 79,920. That makes it the 33rd most populated of the 62 counties in New York. At 83 people per square mile it is a rural county, where a small number of public pools and open water sites carry the whole season.
Water covers 29 square miles of Sullivan County, 2.9% of its area. That ranks it 29th of 62 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 Monticello (7,221), Liberty (5,130), Wurtsboro (1,077), Bloomingburg (980). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Sullivan County
- Beaches and waterfront: Wanaksink Lake Beach, river access
- Water parks and splash pads: Kartrite Resort Indoor Waterpark
- Pools: Villa Roma Resort Hotel Indoor Pool, Mountaindale Well #2, Kenoza Hall Pool, Villa Roma Pool, Women's Pool, Men's Pool
Candidates in Sullivan County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Delaware County, Orange County, Ulster County, Pike County.
The parts that do not change by county are held on their own pages: 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 Sullivan County New York?
9 aquatic facilities are on record in Sullivan County New York:
- Wanaksink Lake Beach (beach)
- river access (beach)
- Kartrite Resort Indoor Waterpark (water park)
- Villa Roma Resort Hotel Indoor Pool (pool)
- Mountaindale Well #2 (pool)
- Kenoza Hall Pool (pool)
- Villa Roma Pool (pool)
- Women's Pool (pool)
- Men's Pool (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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