Water Safety Instructor Training (WSI) - Blended Learning

This course trains instructor candidates to teach the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim and other water safety programs. Prerequisites: On the first day, you must be able to pass a swimming stroke test. Attendance is mandatory to all class sessions. Be prepared to be both in and out of the water each day of class. Students must complete the online portion of the course (7-9 hours) in addition to participating in the classroom and water skill sessions. Once registered, information for accessing the online course will be emailed to the student, your email is required. Please bring the following items: verification of birth date (students must be 15 years of age by the last day of class), swimsuit (one piece for females), towels, writing utensil, paper, water bottle, bag lunch and snacks. Blended Learning Class: a link will be emailed one week prior to class beginning with online class curriculum.  Please note: the Fall 2026 dates are different from the catalog. The updated/correct dates for WSI are 10/9,10/10 & 10/11.

* A minimum of 6 participants will be needed to run this class.*

Valley View Middle School Pool
Class Fee:  $300
(Opportunity for employment upon completion of class - contact Aquatics Program Coordinator for further information 952-681-6134, if interested must be 16 years old.)