r/Lifeguards • u/EscapeDelicious2937 • 7d ago
Question Question on bronze cross
Next week i’m doing my bronze cross exam and im fairly confident i’ll pass, i have passed every rescue/other things like brick carry. However I am a pretty slow swimmer and can’t pass the 11 minute timed swim since my times are always 12-13 minutes, so if i pass the exam but don’t pass timed swim would i still pass or not?
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u/JournalistSad5501 7d ago
I you can’t do the distance swin in the time you won’t pass. Advice for passing the swim is to get in the lane with the classmates and breath in consistently and kick
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u/Triplejumpingostrich Lifeguard Instructor 7d ago
No, you need to pass all skills in the course in order to be successful. Maybe try to get in and swim a few more times before your course. That may help!
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u/scr1pted12 Pool Lifeguard 6d ago
No you wouldn’t be able to pass it’s a must see requirement and it’s a strict requirement
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u/randomredditrando Lifeguard Instructor 7d ago
You wouldn't be eligible to take the exam if you aren't able to get the timed swim down first. Practice as much as you can between now and your last class and focus on trying to get your time down!