Does anyone know how strict they are in lifeguarding courses?

Question

As in if you did the 50m swim in 63 seconds rather than 60 would you fail? thanks

Answer 1

yup...but 50m in 60 isn't that hard if you practice a little. I'm sure you'll have no problem

Answer 2

Yep fraid so!  The reason is that you are not strong enough to swim further than the 50m, or out in open water which is harder still, more practise required to get it under the 60 - and you are so nearly there!

Good luck

Answer 3

Very strict because you're responsible for people's safety. I know you have to swim a mile within a certain time but I can't remember what it is.

Answer 4

They are super strict.

Answer 5

You need to be able to swim a mile, not 50m.

http://nsvl.org/training/pool_lifeguard/...