Lifesaving
Merit badge · Aquatics · 2027
Draft: may still change
Lifesaving prepares Scouts to assist those involved in water accidents. Scouts learn basic rescue techniques, the skills to perform them, and the judgment to know when and how to act so they are prepared for emergencies.
- Class size
- 10
- Fee
- No extra fee
- Ages
- All Scouts
When it meets
Offered 3 times each week. Pick one.
- Session 1Monday to Thursday, 9:00 to 10:15Add to my plan: Session 1
- Session 2Monday to Thursday, 10:30 to 11:45Add to my plan: Session 2
- Session 3Monday to Thursday, 1:30 to 2:45Add to my plan: Session 3
Getting ready
Swim test
Pass the Scouting America Swimmer Classification before the first class: before camp with a certified tester, or at the swim check at the pool after check-in on Sunday. Not sure your Scout will pass? Test before camp, so classes can be changed before you arrive.
What to upload if you test at home
A Scout who hasn't passed it can't take the class.
Read the Lifesaving merit badge requirements on scouting.org.
Signing up
Your unit leader registers each Scout for classes in MyCouncil when your week's registration opens in late April. Classes fill up, so list a second and third choice for each session.
