Hubbard Family Swim School
Lifeguard Options
2025-2026
Who: Deck Supervisors, Site Supervisors, General Managers
Lifeguarding Course Options:
Starguard
The American Red Cross- PREFERRED
Things to know when choosing which entity of certification to choose from:
American Red Cross Length of Courses: PREFERRED FOR SWIM SCHOOL STAFF
Initial LIfeguard Cert: e-learning (4-7 hours)/ 19 hours in person (valid 2 years)
Renewal: e-learning (4-7 hours). 6-8 hours in person (valid 2 years)
Starguard Length of Courses:
Initial Lifeguard Cert: e-learning (2-4 hours)/ 16 hours in person (valid 1 year)
Renewal: e-learning (2-4 hours). 8 hours in person (valid 1 year)
How to enroll:
American Red Cross Certification: Valid 2 years
Go to this website: American Red Cross Take A Class or ASU Lifeguard Certification Course
Select Class Type: Lifeguarding (input your city under location)
Register for a Lifeguarding-BL course if this is your initial class or your certification has expired by more than 30 days.
Register for a Lifeguard-Renewal course if your certification is still within 30 days of expiration or will expire prior to August 30th, 2024
If you are signing up for a class offered through ASU, please contact the Arizona State University- Sun Devil Fitness Center prior to registering online and register yourself as a community member.
ASU Fitness center: (480) 727-7802
You can then register online or over the phone for the course.
Cost: Hubbard will cover the cost of this class
Study and complete the eLearning course
Textbook available digitally
eLearning course: allow for 4-7 hours
Take and pass the in-person course; email certificate to HR@hubbardswim.com
Starguard Certification Options:
Euvori: Valid 1 year
Go to this website: Euvori Starguard Certification
Cost: $149-$199 (incentive plan and discounts available)
Select Class Type to see course schedule
Traditional course if this is your initial class or your certification has expired by more than 30 days. (16 hours in person + approx 3 hour online eLearning)
Recertification training if your certification is still within 30 days of expiration or will expire prior to August 30th, 2023
Payment: Hubbard will cover the cost of this class
For Euvori, type Hubbard into the discount code spot and you will receive 15% off your class cost
Study and complete the eLearning course
Textbook available digitally
Take and pass the in-person course; email certificate to HR@hubbardswim.com
City of Scottsdale- Valid 1 year
Go to this website: City of Scottsdale Starguard
Cost: $170-$255
Select the dates that work for you and click Enroll Now (this will prompt you to create a create an account which is required for enrollment)
Note that attendance of all dates listed are required for certification
Payment: Hubbard will cover the cost of this class
Study and complete the eLearning course
Textbook available digitally
Take and pass the in-person course; email certificate to HR@hubbardswim.com
If you are renewing or have questions please contact the office for renewal dates and instructions at: Aquatics@ScottsdaleAZ.gov or 480-312-6677
City of Phoenix- Valid 1 year
Go to this website: City of Phoenix Starguard
Cost: $20
Select the dates that work for you and click Enroll Now (this will prompt you to create a create an account which is required for enrollment)
Note that attendance of all dates listed are required for certification
Payment: Hubbard will cover the cost of this class
Study and complete the eLearning course
Textbook available digitally
Take and pass the in-person course; email certificate to HR@hubbardswim.com
If you are renewing or have questions please contact the office for renewal dates and instructions at: 602-534-6585
City of Peoria- Valid 1 year
Go to this website: City of Peoria Starguard
Cost: $90-$120
Select the dates that work for you and click Enroll Now (this will prompt you to create a create an account which is required for enrollment)
Payment: Payment: Hubbard will cover the cost of this class
Note that attendance of all dates listed are required for certification
Study and complete the eLearning course
Textbook available digitally
Take and pass the in-person course; email certificate to HR@hubbardswim.com
If you are renewing, contact the office for renewal dates and instructions at: aquatics@peoriaaz.gov
City of Goodyear- Valid 1 year
Go to this website: City of Goodyear Starguard
Cost: $0-$200
Select the dates that work for you and click Register
Note that attendance of all dates listed are required for certification
Payment: Hubbard will cover the cost of this class
Study and complete the eLearning course
Textbook available digitally
Take and pass the in-person course; email certificate to HR@hubbardswim.com
If you are renewing or have questions,, contact the office for renewal dates and instructions at: aquatics@goodyearaz.gov or 623-882-7525
Questions?
Call or Text Maureen Young @602-284-5661 or email maureen@hubbardswim.com
American Red Cross Lifeguard Requirements
Hubbard accepts either Deep OR Shallow Water Lifeguard Certifications. However, MOST initial lifeguard classes are only offered as Deep Water. Recertifications for Shallow Water Lifeguard are easier to find so that may be an option down the road. Both are acceptable as HFSS pools are only 4.5 feet deep.
Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water)
Swimming
Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations:
Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)
Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 – 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Shallow Water Lifeguarding
Swimming
Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations:
Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)
Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs, floating, or both.
Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 50 seconds:
Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
Submerge to a depth of 4 - 7 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Note: If the Shallow Water Lifeguarding course includes training for the Waterpark Skills module, no additional prerequisite swimming distances or skills are required.
Hubbard accepts both Deep and Shallow Water certifications.
Blended Shallow Water Recertification Course
Cost: Covered by Hubbard
Clocking in: Clock in under Training/ (Home Location)
For lifeguards currently certified through The American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification program or Starguard whose certification is going to expire within 30 days. You can take a renewal course or a crossover course.
If you do your recertification through another company (i.e. Euvori/JCC):
Communication regarding the class needs to be with the company you are registered with. If you do not receive information regarding class time/details or information on how to access the online course, contact the company. Hubbard cannot access this for you.
American Red Cross Length of Recertification Courses:
PREFERRED FOR SWIM SCHOOL STAFF
Recert: e-learning (4-7 hours). 6-8 hours in person (valid 2 years)
Starguard Length of Courses:
Recert: e-learning (2-4 hours). 8 hours in person (valid 1 year)
ARC Shallow Water Lifeguarding Recertification Course
Time: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Martin Pear Aquatics Center at the Valley of the Sun JCC: 12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85254
Information on lunch (bring a packed lunch or will they be released for lunch): 45 minutes -1 hour for lunch they can do whatever in that time frame.
Who to contact for information: gabeb@valleyofthesunj.org
Please reach out to maureen@hubbardswim.com for questions
Hubbard Family Swim School
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
2025-2026
In reviewing our safety processes we have determined the front desk staff member plays a key role in the EAP plans at each location. The front desk is a key supporter in creating a safer environment if an incident were to occur. The certification will benefit the team and the individual, preparing them to handle an emergency, as a team, with confidence. HFSS will cover the cost of this class.
Requirement of course qualifications:
Course must include: Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/ AED
Double check to make sure class is both Adult and Pediatric
Double check to make sure First Aid/CPR/AED are all included
Course Format for Certifications: Blended Course (e-learning plus In-Person) or In-Person.
ONLINE ONLY courses will NOT be accepted.
Certifications must be either:
The American Red Cross (TARC)
American Heart Association(AHA)
All Certifications must be valid for two years
You can find various places that offer these courses locally by searching:
Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/ AED. Ensure that the class you choose is either The American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Please see below for more specific information on the courses.
American Red Cross Course/ American Heart Association
Type of Courses:
Blended: Combination of online and in person
In-Person: Entire course in person
Online course + Instructor Led Skills Session - “Test Out” course
Blended- Initial/Renewal CPR/AED/FIRST AID course:
e-learning (2 hours) plus in-person (2 hours)
valid 2 years
Cost- $60-$100
In-Person Initial/Renewal CPR/AED/FIRST AID course:
In-person class (4 hours)
valid 2 years
Cost- $60-$100
Instructor Led Skills Session Initial/Renewal
This skill session check off does not include review so you must be proficient in your skills in order to choose this option.
e-learning (2 hours) plus in person (approx. 1.5 hours)
You must complete the skills session within 90 days of completing the online course
valid 2 years
Cost- $42-$80
Registering for a Class through The American Red Cross
Go to this website: American Red Cross Take A Class
Course Name: Adult And Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Skills Session-R.21
Blended Initial and/or Renewal (online/in person) Class:
Select Class Type: CPR (input your city under location)
Select Class Format: Online + Classroom
Course Title will be Adult And Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED-BL-R.21
Register
Complete the online course PRIOR to your class date
Attend and pass the in-person course
Email certification to HR@hubbardswim.com
In-Person Initial and/or Renewal Class:
Select Class Type: CPR (input your city under location)
Select Class Format: Classroom
Course Title will be Adult And Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED-R.21
Register
Attend and pass the in-person course
Email certification to HR@hubbardswim.com
Instructor led skills session Initial and/or Renewal Class:
This skill session check off does not include review so you must be proficient in your skills in order to choose this option.
Select Class Type: Skills Session (input your city under location)
Select Class Format: Classroom
Course Title will be Adult And Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Skills Session-R.21
Register
Complete the online course PRIOR to your class date
Attend and pass the in-person skills session
Email certification to HR@hubbardswim.com
Registering for a Class through American Heart Association
Go to this website: American Heart Association Find a Class
Course Name: Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Training
Blended Initial and/or Renewal(online/in person) Class:
Enter your location to find a training center
Select Class Type: Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Training
Select Initial if this is your first time taking this class through American Heart Association
Select Renewal Class if currently certified through American Heart Association or certification is within 30 days of expiration.
Be aware of class format: must have an in-person/classroom portion
Register
If registration prompts you to add on any courses, ensure that pediatric CPR is included in the class.
Complete the online course PRIOR to your class date
Attend and pass the in-person course
Email certification to HR@hubbardswim.com
In Person Initial and/or Renewal Class:
Enter your location to find a training center
Select Class Type: Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Training
Select Initial if this is your first time taking this class through American Heart Association
Select Renewal Class if currently certified through American Heart Association or certification is within 30 days of expiration.
Be aware of class format: must have an in-person/classroom portion
Register
If registration prompts you to add on any courses, ensure that pediatric CPR is included in the class.
Attend and pass the in-person course
Email certification to HR@hubbardswim.com
Once you pass the course, you can access a digital copy of your certificate by going to the following link: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate
