Swimming and Water Safety

Come to the American Red Cross for the best training and tips on how to be safe in, on, and around the water! The American Red Cross has been the leader in swimming and lifeguarding since 1914. Now the winning tradition continues with an exciting new collection of courses designed to make learning easier and to help you benefit from the latest research on instructional techniques.

Swimming & Water Safety
Nearly 2 million people learn to swim each year with American Red Cross programs.

• Learn-To-Swim
• Community Outreach Learn-To-Swim Program 2009
• Water Safety Instructor Training 

Lifeguarding
The American Red Cross trains more than 170,000 lifeguards each year.

• Lifeguard Training
• Lifeguard Instructor Training 
• Lifeguard Management

Certified Pool/Spa Operator

The CPO is a certification program developed by the National Swimming Pool Foundation for those responsible for operating a pool or spa.

• CPO Certification

Aquatic Volunteer Opportunities

The American Red Cross has been a leader in Aquatic Safety since 1914 thanks to the support of our volunteers. New volunteer opportunities beginning in Spring 2010.