Is it worth becoming a lifeguard?

If you’re looking for a job with an opportunity to learn, take ownership in your work, and assume more responsibility as you go, lifeguarding is an excellent fit. Remember: lifeguards protect the safety and well-being of anyone who comes to the pool. Few summer jobs can top that in responsibility.

Is it hard to become a beach lifeguard?

Beach lifeguarding is so much more intense than pool lifeguarding. A lot of people like working at pools because they feel nervous on the beach. Beaches are stricter about things like that, but you get to do more rescues, which is exciting. Training is also very intense.

Can you be a lifeguard at 14?

Prerequisites for lifeguard training include: Students must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class. Students must pass a pre-course swimming skills test prior to taking lifeguarding courses.

Is lifeguarding a good teen job?

Lifeguarding and working for American Pool is a fun summer job for your teen, but it is also a highly important job that comes with lifelong benefits. Becoming a lifeguard helps teach responsibility, offers great pay, flexible schedules, and creates lost-lasting friendships.

Why do lifeguards bob their heads?

Nodding your head, which is part of the active scanning technique taught to lifeguards by the American Red Cross, allows you to both actively scan better (moving back and forth is far more effective than using your peripherals), and keep yourself alert and on guard, ready to jump in at a moment’s notice.

Is the lifeguard brick test hard?

During this test, you will be required to continuously swim 300 yards, either front crawl or breast stroke. You are also required to tread water for two minutes without the use of your hands. Once you’ve’ve demonstrated you can swim, you will be required to complete the lifeguard brick test. This can be tricky.