TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

All training classes are challenging, and require that certification candidates be strong, skilled swimmers. All training courses require that candidates participate in vigorous physical training. You must be in good physical condition to participate. If you have any health related problems that might present a health or safety hazard while participating in training, please notify PP&R aquatics department prior to enrolling. You may be required to seek the opinion of your medical doctor before being permitted to enroll.

Upon certification, candidates can apply for a job with Portland Parks & Recreation. Successful completion of certification classes does not guarantee employment.

Lifeguard Certification

For lifeguard candidates without a current StarGuard lifeguard certification. Students successfully completing the course receive first aid, CPR, and StarGuard certifications. This course is only for lifeguard candidates who will be applying to work at a Portland Parks and Recreation facility.

Prerequisites: Age 16 or older by first day of class, swim continuous non-stop 300 yards breaststroke or freestyle, feet first surface dive to bottom of pool and retrieve 10 pound brick, tread water 30 seconds with hands on head then move while treading to where you can touch.

Bring to Class: Swim suit, towel, paper, pen, notebook, food, water, warm clothes, verification of age, and proof of completion of online program.

Cost: $40 deposit* | Classes limited to 24 students

*Will be refunded if participant attends all class dates. For lifeguards with current ARC, NASCO, E&A or YMCA lifeguard certification, and/or current PP&R employees with Swim Instructor/Water Fitness Instructor certifications.

East Portland CC Pool 1146935

M–Th, 3/27–3/30 12:00–8:00pm

Southwest CC Pool 1146937

M, W 4/3-4/19 4:30–8:30PM

East Portland CC Pool 1146936

Sa, Su, 4/15–4/16 8:00am–4:00pm

Sa, Su, 4/22–4/23 8:00am–4:00pm

Matt Dishman CC Pool 1146938

Sa, Su 5/13–5/14 8:00am–4:00pm

Sa, Su 5/20–5/21 8:00am–4:00pm

Mt. Scott CC Pool 1146939

Su, M, Sa 5/27–5/29 8:00am–5:00pm

Swim Instructor Certification

Required for Portland Parks & Recreation Swim Instructors. Students successfully completing the training program receive Swim Instructor Certification.

Prerequisites: Must be age 16 or older by the first day of class and able to swim 25 yards of each of the following:

• Front crawl with side breathing

• Backstroke

Cost: $40 deposit* | Classes limited to 24 students *Will be refunded if participant attends all class dates. For non-PP&R swim instructors with current ARC or YMCA instructor certification, and/or current PP&R employees with Lifeguard or Water Fitness Instructor certifications.

Mt. Scott CC Pool 1146944

M–Th, 3/27–3/30 8:00am–2:00pm

Matt Dishman CC Pool 1146945

F, 4/14, 4/21 5:00–9:00pm

Sa, 4/15, 4/22 8:00am–3:00pm

East Portland CC Pool 1146946

M, W 4/17-4/26 4:00–8:00pm

Southwest CC Pool 1146947

M, W 5/8–5/17 4:00–8:00pm

Portland Parks & Recreation | portlandparks.org

WATER FITNESS INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION

Required for Portland Parks & Recreation Water Fitness Instructors.

Love doing water workouts? Eager to get more out of your water fitness classes and learn how to really work the water? Join PP&R’s Water X team to teach group water fitness classes! Learn the basics of anatomy, physiology, movement in the water, and putting a class together.

Within one year of employment a national certification is required for Portland Parks Water Fitness Instructors. National Aquatic Exercise Association Certification is often offered annually in our Portland Metro area.

Cost: $40 deposit*

*Will be refunded if participant attends all class dates

For more information contact Larissa Doty: larissa.doty@portlandoregon.gov

Mt. Scott CC Pool | 2023 1146796

Sa–Su, 4/22–4/23/23 9:00am–1:00pm

Sa–Su, 4/29–4/30/23 9:00am–1:00pm

Su, 5/7/23 9:00am–1:00pm New instructor orientation

The benefits are great!

• Over 700 Positions

• 11 Indoor and Outdoor Pools

• Flexible Hours

• Excellent Training

• Benefits for You and Your Community

• Great Wages

• Single Certified Lifeguards or Swim Instructors: starting at $18.50/hour

• Dual Certified Lifeguards and Swim Instructors: starting at $20/hour

• Water Fitness Instructors: $18–$32/hour

For more information, call 503-823-5130 or visit: portland.gov/parks/aquaticsjobs

Aquatics | 503-823-5130

Gain access to the fitness center, pool, spa, and all drop-in activities including group fitness classes, and open gym, at Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Mt. Scott, and Southwest Community Centers. (No swimming pool at Charles Jordan Community Center)

• Children 2 & under are FREE

• The fees listed reflect pricing for City of Portland residents. Non-residents are charged more to account for City of Portland taxes that support Portland Parks & Recreation.

• Reduced pass option for use at Charles Jordan Community Center. Ask for more details.

• *Month Passes | You can choose to sign up for an Auto Renew Pass, which will allow you to simply pay your first monthly fee upon registering, and all future monthly payments are deducted directly from your debit or credit card (requires a valid card to remain on file). You may also choose to purchase a single month pass, which will expire 30 days from purchase (no debit or credit card necessary).

Access Pass: Register for a FREE Access Pass of 25, 50, 75, or 90% ongoing discount based on your total income. Discount may be applied to registered activities and admission to community centers and pools. No income verification required. Register online, in-person, or by calling PP&R customer service center at 503-823-2525.

Age 10–20

TeenForce strives to provide safe spaces for youth to engage in pro-social activities surrounded by caring adults. Stop by any TeenForce site to pick up your TeenForce pass today. The TeenForce Pass gives FREE access to scheduled drop-in and special registered activities at the five Portland Parks & Recreation community centers listed below.