Lifeguard Certification Programs
Lifeguard Certification Programs at ClubSport Aliso Viejo
Whether it’s your first time getting a lifeguard certification or need a re-certification, ClubSport Aliso Viejo offers both options.
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Lifeguard – Shallow Water 2-Day Certification
Description
Lifeguard Certification – Shallow Water provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies in water up to 7 feet, and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergency injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.
The Lifeguard Certification – Shallow Water course includes an online portion that takes approximately 5-6 hours to complete. The online content MUST be completed prior to the certification course start date. Failure to complete the online content may result in a non-refundable cancellation. Please see the Cancellation & Refund Policy section for more information.
Class Dates
March 8-9, 8 am – 7 pm
March 29-30, 8 am – 7 pm
Small group classes are available by request. Email zoe.tomlinson@clubsports.com for more information.
Cost
$275.00
Parents may pay for their child’s tuition but you must include your child’s first and last name, phone number, and email address to issue a valid certification.
Location
ClubSport Aliso Viejo
50 Enterprise Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
www.clubsports.com
Contact Info
Contact Zoe Tomlinson for more information. If your issue is urgent, please contact Zoe via email for the quickest response.
zoe.tomlinson@clubsports.com
(949) 330-5514
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Requests made before 48 hours of start time may be canceled with a refund. A $25.00 processing fee will be applied to the refund. Refunds are not issued for cancellations made within 48 hours of the start time.
- If a class does not have sufficient enrollment, ClubSport reserves the right to cancel the course, up to 48 hours in advance. Refunds will be issued via check or the participant may transfer to another available course date.
- Refunds will not be issued for failure to pass the prerequisite skills; we recommend practicing these skills before signing up for the course. Participants who do not pass the pre-qualification test may transfer to the next available course date and re-take the course.
- Refunds will not be issued for failure to complete the online content, including for those who sign up 48 hours or less before the course start date. In case of technological difficulties that impede completion, participants may transfer to the next available course date or receive a refund.
- Participants may receive a refund, course credit for a future course, or transfer to the next available course date in cases of unanticipated illness and injury.
Prerequisites
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence which involves swimming 50 yards continuously using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both, treading water for 2 minutes using only your legs, then swimming 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both
- Complete a timed event within 50 seconds by starting in the water swimming 20 yards (swim goggles are not allowed), surface diving to a depth of 4 to 7 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object, returning to the surface, and walking or swimming 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at the surface, then exiting the water without using steps or a ladder.
- Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Shallow Water Lifeguarding with Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR/AED valid for 2 years.
- All minors are required to complete our waiver in advance. Must be presented at the time of class. Click here to download the waiver.
- If you do not pass on the first try consideration may be given for a retest. Contact Zoe at zoe.tomlinson@clubsports.com for details.
Online Content
The online content MUST be completed prior to the Lifeguard Certification course start date. Failure to complete the online content may result in a non-refundable cancellation. Please see the Cancellation & Refund Policy section for more information.
- The online content arrives directly via the American Red Cross and may appear in a spam folder.
- Please contact Zoe Tomlinson via email if you are unable to locate or access the link. The American Red Cross tech support team can also assist with obtaining access.
- The online portion takes approximately 5-6 hours to complete.
- The online portion must be completed before the first day of the course. It is recommended to screenshot progress at the end of each module in case of technological difficulties.
Lifeguard – Shallow Water 1-Day Re-Certification
Description
Lifeguard Shallow Water Re-Certification can be achieved with Lifeguarding Review classes that refresh your knowledge and skills and update your certification for another two years. To participate in the Lifeguard Shallow Water Review class you must have a current certification, or certification expired by no more than 30 days. There is an online portion that must be finished prior to the in-person session.
Class Dates
No dates are currently available. Please check back for updates.
Location
ClubSport Aliso Viejo
50 Enterprise Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
www.clubsports.com
Contact Info
Contact Zoe Tomlinson for more information. If your issue is urgent, please contact Zoe via email for the quickest response.
zoe.tomlinson@clubsports.com
(949) 330-5514
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Requests made before 48 hours of start time may be canceled with a refund. A $25.00 processing fee will be applied to the refund. Refunds are not issued for cancellations made within 48 hours of the start time.
- If a class does not have sufficient enrollment, ClubSport reserves the right to cancel the course, up to 48 hours in advance. Refunds will be issued via check or the participant may transfer to another available course date.
- Refunds will not be issued for failure to pass the prerequisite skills; we recommend practicing these skills before signing up for the course. Participants who do not pass the pre-qualification test may transfer to the next available course date and re-take the course.
- Refunds will not be issued for failure to complete the online content, including for those who sign up 48 hours or less before the course start date. In case of technological difficulties that impede completion, participants may transfer to the next available course date or receive a refund.
- Participants may receive a refund, course credit for a future course, or transfer to the next available course date in cases of unanticipated illness and injury.
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Meet Your Lifeguard Certification Instructor

Certifications
- American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard
- American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard Instructor
Zoe Tomlinson
Aquatics Supervisor and Lifeguard Instructor, Zoe Tomlinson, is passionate about creating engaging and safe aquatic environments while educating others on the importance of water safety. With seven years of experience as both a beach and pool lifeguard and three years as an instructor, she brings extensive expertise in all things water-related. Committed to certifying individuals in First Aid, CPR, AED, and lifeguarding for all ages, Zoe fosters informative and constructive learning experiences to help you earn your lifeguarding certification. Recognizing that water-related incidents are a leading cause of injury in California, she believes that knowledge is the most powerful tool in reducing those risks.
Certifications
- American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard
- American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard Instructor