Parks, Recreation & Culture offers Lifeguard Certification training on an annual basis. The Aquatics Division is an authorized partner with the American Red Cross.

About

The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies in both shallow water and deeper water & provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over.

*To enroll in the Lifeguarding course, you must be at least 15 years old before the last scheduled class session. All students must pass a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation that takes place at the first class session. Please click the link below for more information. 

*Successful completion of the course does guarantee employment with the City of Newton. Please see our "seasonal employment" tab for more information on jobs.

Upcoming Courses

We offer two course options over the Newton school vacation weeks. The courses are held at the Newton North High School facility. 

February 2026 Vacation Week

April 2026 Vacation Week 

Click here for online registration