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Lifeguard Class in King George County Virginia
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Lifeguard Class in King George County Virginia runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in King George County, Virginia at a glance
Lifeguard certification in King George County, Virginia starts at $195.00 and takes The split is 7.5 hours online and 2 days in person. 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
- The split is 7.5 hours online and 2 days in person.
- Minimum age
- You must have turned 15 by the final 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
- Lifeguarding, CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid.
- Valid for
- Two years from the date issued. Renewing means 10 hours of in-person training.
- Format
- Blended: you complete the online portion independently, then attend skills sessions in King George County, Virginia.
Our Lifeguard Class in King George County Virginia is a full certification course rather than a refresher clinic. Population in King George County sits near 28,568. The fee is $195 for the full course and the certification that follows it.
The same certification covers a summer at a camp pool and a full year at a fitness centre. Instruction covers CPR, AED, First Aid, surveillance, emergency response and rescue skills performed in the water. Open water covers 8 square miles of the county, which shapes where guards end up working.
There is usually a date close enough that hiring is not delayed. Book online, and plan on a swimsuit and a towel for the water sessions.
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How to register for your King George County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
Registration has opened. Because demand peaks seasonally, seats tend to go quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes, this certification is accepted by employers throughout King George County, Virginia.
You are able to apply the moment the digital certification card reaches you.
Where lifeguards work in King George County
Public mapping records 2 named aquatic facilities in King George County. Among the sites listed there are 1 public pool and 1 community or club pool. Every recorded site in King George County is a pool or aquatic center.
Aquatic facilities in King George County
- Dahlgren Aquatics Facility
- Hopyard 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 King George 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 King George County Virginia: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in King George County, Virginia?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across King George County. 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 King George County?
Expect $195.00 for the complete course, covering water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Standalone options exist for single renewals: CPR/AED at $25.00, First Aid at $19.99.
Will I be guarding a pool or open water in King George County?
Pools. No open-water venue is recorded in King George County. Named sites in King George County include Dahlgren Aquatics Facility and Hopyard Pool. 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 Virginia?
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 King George County sometimes set a higher minimum, so confirm against the posting before you register.
What swim test do I have to pass?
Three elements: a continuous 300 yard swim, 2 minutes treading with legs only, and recovering a 10-pound brick from 7 to 10 feet and bringing it back. This happens at the very start of the in-person session, so come ready to swim.
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Lifeguarding in King George County: the local picture
King George County has a population of about 28,568. That makes it the 62nd most populated of the 133 counties in Virginia. At 159 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 8.1 square miles of King George County, 4.3% of its area. That ranks it 43rd of 133 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.
Aquatic sites recorded in King George County
- Pools: Dahlgren Aquatics Facility
- Private: Hopyard Pool
Candidates in King George County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Charles County, Caroline County, Essex County, Stafford County.
For the parts that are identical wherever you train: 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 King George County Virginia?
2 aquatic facilities are on record in King George County Virginia:
- Dahlgren Aquatics Facility (pool)
- Hopyard Pool (private club)
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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