Jefferson Shelby Swim Council

• For this first year with SwimTopia, as we learn the new tool, recommend coaches mutually agree to an earlier "Ready to Merge" deadline
  • Recommendation:  by 12 noon on the Monday prior to the meet 

Head Coach

1. Red Cross First Aid and CPR
   • Format: Blended learning (online coursework + in-person training)
   • Certification Documentation: Certificate of completion from the Red Cross. Validity period listed on document.
2. Swim Coaches Safety Training
   • Format: Online through the Red Cross and USA Swimming
   • Additional Requirement:
     • If not lifeguard certified: Must complete in-water skills session (taught by an LGI or WSI)
     • If lifeguard certified: In-water skills session is not required
   • Certification Documentation: Certificate of completion from the Red Cross or USA Swimming + proof of lifeguard certification or in-water skills session. Validity period listed on document.
     • Note: Lifeguard certification does not supersede Swim Coaches Safety Training. It only allows opting out of the in-water skills session for Swim Coaches Safety Training.

Assistant Coach (paid or volunteer), age 15+

1. Swim Coaches Safety Training
   • Format: Online only required through the Red Cross and USA Swimming 
   • Certification Documentation: Certificate of completion from the Red Cross or USA Swimming. Validity period listed on document (typically 2 years).
   • Future years: will review migration to full certification, which includes lifeguard certification or in-water skills session; any change would be communicated in advance

Link to Swim Coaches Safety Training (online)

• Red Cross: Safety Training for Swim Coaches Online Content Only
  • As of 5/6/2026:  use coupon code BEREADY2TRAIN for 10% off

Note

• Under age 15 not eligible to be a Coach per ceritification minimum age; can assist on deck and only eligible to assist in water under direct supervision of a certified Coach

• Member teams may have additional certification requirements beyond JSSC based on their individual needs.

Abbreviations

• LGI: Lifeguard Instructor
• WSI: Water Safety Instructor