Lifeguard In-Service Training Program
Lifeguard In-Service Training Program
Overview: This all-in-one Lifeguard In-Service Training Program is your go-to guide to developing confident, competent, and cohesive aquatic teams. Whether you're preparing for summer camp, year-round programming, or looking to improve staff response, this tool aligns with American Red Cross and ACA standards to make your training organized, consistent, and engaging.
You’ll receive both the Lifeguard Training Guide and the Waterfront Safety for Non-Lifeguards module—making it perfect for cross-training your entire staff team. Audience: Aquatic Directors, Waterfront Directors, Head Lifeguards, Camp Leadership
📦 What’s Inside: 2 printable PDFs
📄 PDF #1: Lifeguard In-Service Training – Lifeguards
10-Week Summer Camp Training Plan
12-Month Year-Round Training Plan
10 Printable Scenario Cards
How to Make Training Fun
Performance Rubric
Step-by-step training session structure
Leadership rotation guidance
📄 PDF #2: Waterfront Safety for Non-Lifeguards
30–45 Minute Training Outline
"What You Can Do" Pocket Card
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Cheat Sheet
Rainy-Day Supervision Guidance
Scenarios + Staff Role Plays
Interactive Review Game
Kahoot! Integration Directions
🎯 Perfect For:
Summer camps looking to prep staff in May or train throughout the summer
After-school programs with pool or waterfront components
Aquatic facilities that want to refresh and re-engage their team
First-time waterfront directors needing a structure to follow
🧠 Bonus Features:
✅ Easy to print and laminate
✅ Works for any aquatic setting (pool, lake, river, bay)
✅ Combines lifeguard and general staff training into one professional system
✅ Designed by youth development pros with 30+ years of field experience
🔒 Licensed for single-organization use
Disclaimer: This training program is designed to supplement, not replace, certified lifeguard training. It is intended for use by certified aquatic professionals, such as Aquatic Directors, Waterfront Directors, and Head Lifeguards, who are familiar with current standards from the American Red Cross (ARC) and the American Camp Association (ACA).
While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and alignment with recognized safety practices, Youth Development Pro, LLC assumes no responsibility for the outcome of implementation. All rescues, emergency procedures, and supervision strategies must be conducted within the scope of staff certifications, organizational policy, and local/state regulations.
Non-lifeguard staff must never perform water rescues unless certified and authorized by the organization.
By using this program, you acknowledge that it is your responsibility to ensure staff are properly trained and supervised, and that appropriate certifications and insurances are in place.
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