Aquatic Trainings
Starfish Aquatic Institute Courses
Starfish Aquatic Institute (SAI) training is a 30-hour course. A $10.00 non-refundable deposit/class fee is required. Pre-screening class/test is required prior to taking this course. Participants must be 15 years of age or older by the last day of class to take this course. Please contact Madie@CHparksandrecUT.gov for more information.
2025 Summer Swim Instructor Training Class!
Looking for a fun and rewarding job? Become a Swim Instructor at Cottonwood Heights Parks and Recreation Center (CHRC)! Not only will you teach kids a life-saving skill, but you’ll also build confidence, make new friends, and gain leadership experience—all while getting paid!
💦 Why Be a Swim Instructor?
✔ Make an Impact – Help kids learn to swim and stay safe in the water.
✔ Work with Friends – Get hired with your friends and enjoy a job that’s actually fun.
✔ Gain Lifelong Skills – Learn CPR, leadership, and class management—perfect for future jobs and college applications.
✔ Flexible & Active Job – Stay moving, work in a great environment, and have flexible hours that fit your schedule.
Our Swim Instructor Training Class will prepare you for success, covering everything from swim lesson techniques to CPR certification. Participants MUST be 14 years old by the last day of class to be a swim instructor aide and 15 years old by the last day of class to be a swim instructor.
🔹 Spots are limited! Register now and start your journey as a swim instructor.
📩 Questions? Contact Madie Durrant at madie@chparksandrecUT.gov
Make a splash with a job that matters! 🌊🏊♂️
Lifeguard Training Courses (American Red Cross)
Lifeguard Training course includes First Aid and CPR. Pre-screening is required to take this course. To prepare for the pre-screen, please regularly swim 300m, tread water without hands for 2 minutes, and practice diving to the bottom of a 14 foot pool. Participants must be 15 years of age or older by the last day of this class to take course. Participants not working at CHRC following the completion of class will be required to pay $50 upon receiving the Red Cross certificate. Please contact McKenna@CHparksandrecUT.gov for more information.