Panama City Beach Aquatic Center provides a year-round schedule of Red Cross Certification classes both scheduled and by request, based on availability. Participant limits vary depending on instructor availability and community demand.  Most classes offer a blended format of online content, in-person training, and performance assessments. Class closing dates are non-negotiable to ensure each participant has enough time to complete applicable online portions prior to the first in-water training day. Payment in full is required at the time of registration.

Register for classes by calling the Aquatic Center office at (850) 236-2205. Transferring from one class to another in the same calendar year is okay with 7 days advance notice of your originally scheduled class and availability. There are NO REFUNDS in the event a participant cancels a reservation or fails to complete a course(s) successfully.

Panama City Beach Aquatic Center requires that our lifeguard team maintain a current Lifeguard Certification during the term of their employment; however, our certification classes are available to everyone. If you are interested in becoming part of our incredible Team of Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and support staff, ask a member of the Leadership Team for available opportunities!

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Panama City Beach Aquatic Center employs 30-60 lifeguards annually as part of our dynamic operational Team! Flexible scheduling, continued education and training, strong leadership, and opportunities to advance are several of the reasons new and seasoned lifeguards choose to join us! You can too by applying here!

Positions available:

Lifeguard

Swim Instructor

Recreation Assistant

Aquatic Specialist

Head Lifeguard

Senior Swim Instructor

Concession Lead

Administrative Support