Lifeguard Training & Certification


Current certifications are required for all new and returning guards.

Know your status — utilize this page to register for a training and certification class.

You must be fully current on your certs to work as an active lifeguard.

Education & Certification Program Information

Lifeguard Training ($225 for employees; 3 day class)

  • This course focuses on team communication, situational awareness training, rescue techniques, working with the public, and basic facility cleanliness and maintenance
  • You'll be subjected to a physical test for these qualities: swimming strength, brick retreival from the dive-well, distance and endurance, and hands-on rescue ability
  • Upon successful completion of the physical evaluation, CPR and First Aid training, and passing a written examination, you'll be issued the relevant certifications
  • All students will be required to complete an online course (included in price) on their own prior to training day – students will be given a link to the online class one week prior to the chosen class date
  • This class is $300 for non-employees
  • Lifeguard trainees have the option of paying for the class up front or through paycheck deduction

Recertify for Returning Guards ($125; 1 day)

  • This'll be a single-day re-evaluation of your capacity to function as a lifeguard.
    Passing this course updates your certifications to this year
  • If you're interested in taking on more responsibility, be a Head Lifeguard
  • Returning guards, please let us know you intend on coming back by contacting us at jobs@aquaticadvisors.net, or via phone at 713-609-9489

Cardio Pulminary Rescusitation ($65; 1 day)

  • One day of training gives you CPR theory, instructions, actual practice, and a testing program. Upon passing, you'll receive an updated certificate to validate your skill.
  • The American Red Cross mobile app comes with a useful CPR study lesson:
    http://www.redcross.org/mobile-apps/first-aid-app

Water Safety Instructor ($250; 1 day)

  • Water Safety Instructors are trained to be proficient, comfortable and reliable in an aquatics environment. WSI training and this credential are a valuable asset for trainers
  • Sea Animals instructors, coaches and other professionals benefit their careers by seeking this knowledge and the certification paper offers a level of credibility
  • We value our skilled SSA instructors, and opportunities are available to prospective youth educators. Apply for a Swimming Sea Animals instructor position
GUARD HOUSTON TRAINING FORM

Register for a 2026 Guard Houston Training Course

— New & Returning Guards —
Complete the 2026 Guard Houston Employment Application prior to signing up for training.

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Non-Employee Lifeguard Training – $300

  • Lifeguard Training
    March 27th – 29th
    TO BE DETERMINED
    8820 Will Clayton Parkway
    Humble, TX 77338
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    April 3rd – 6th
    TO BE DETERMINED
    8820 Will Clayton Parkway
    Humble, TX 77338
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    April 11th – 13th
    Hunters Park - Fairway Pool
    4702 Hidden Springs
    Houston, TX 77084
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    April 17th – 19th
    Mission Bend South
    16302 Paso Doble
    Houston, TX 77083
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    April 24th – 26th
    Woodstream
    4535 Woodstream Village Dr.
    Houston, TX 77345
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 1st – 3rd
    Inwood - Parkhill Pool
    8450 Parkhill Forest Dr.
    Houston, TX 77088
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 1st – 3rd
    Atascocita Trails
    19031 Twigsworth Dr
    Humble, TX 77346
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 8th – 10th
    Mission Bend South
    16302 Paso Doble
    Houston, TX 77083
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 15th – 17th
    Inwood - Parkhill Pool
    8450 Parkhill Forest Dr.
    Houston, TX 77088
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 15th – 17th
    Atascocita Trails
    19031 Twigsworth Dr
    Humble, TX 77346
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 22nd – 24th
    Atascocita Trails
    19031 Twigsworth Dr
    Humble, TX 77346
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm
  • Lifeguard Training
    May 22nd – 24th
    Mission Bend South
    16302 Paso Doble
    Houston, TX 77083
    Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
    Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm
    Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm

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