If you are interested in being a lifeguard for the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department's summer aquatics season please call and leave a message at 427-6029 or e-mail Daryn Schwartz at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to set up an appointment for a water test.
Interested participants will need to pass the following criteria before being considered for a lifeguard position:
200 yard swim using a front crawl and breast stroke kick
2 minutes of treading water using legs only
Dive and retrieve a 10 lb brick from 14 feet of water
Regardless of prior experience, all lifeguards will be certified with Ellis and Associates Lifeguard program. The course is 20 hours in length. To successfully pass the course, participants must have good swimming skills, pass a written test, and show proficiency in rescue scenarios
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department prides itself on providing a safe swimming environment. Staff and facilities are regularly evaluated for their safety, and have received recognition from Jeff Ellis and Associates for having a top performing staff.
