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We consider it essential for hotels, water sports schools, and community projects to have staff with water rescue skills and knowledge of first aid and CPR. This adds safety and a professional image to their activities, while also enhancing the tourist destination and improving life opportunities for young lifeguards.
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​Below, we share information about the upcoming Happy Dolphins DR lifeguard training course, which will take place in Cabarete from March 23 to 27, 2026.
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Lifeguard CoursE
(40 hours - International Certification)
Cabarete
Includes training in first aid, CPR and AED, as well as instruction in rescue techniques for pools, open water, and surf (waves).
Please make sure you are in good physical condition before taking this course. We recommend training and/or taking swimming lessons; this will help you successfully complete this rigorous course.
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Each participant must meet the minimum physical fitness requirements. Full details are available in our YouTube video below.
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On the last day of training, you must take an exam. Once you have passed all tests, you will be a lifeguard certified by Happy Dolphins DR, the Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic, and American Aquatics and Safety Training (USA).
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The certification is valid for two years. If you wish to continue your career as a lifeguard, you must take a recertification course.
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Dates: March 23–27, 2026
Location: To be announced and in open water at Cabarete Beach
Registration fee: USD 275 per person or its equivalent in DOP
Languages: Spanish and English (upon request)
Certificates endorsed by
American Aquatics and Training Safety (USA)
​Support by Ministerio de Turismo RD
Notes:
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Lunch not included
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Please bring a water bottle, cap or hat, towel, swimsuit and change of clothes, SPF 50+ sunscreen, and a notebook for notes
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For deposits/transfers, please use the following bank account in DOP:
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Banco Santa Cruz
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Account name: Happy Dolphins DR Inc.
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RNC: 430 311 871
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Dominican peso checking account #: 11101000001198
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This transaction must be made for the peso equivalent of USD 275, according to the exchange rate of the day (reference rate)
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Please specify in the transfer description: the participant’s name and “Lifeguard Certification March 2026”
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Once the deposit is made, please complete the following form for each registered participant.
Registration Form
If the student is under 18 years old, they must sign the attached authorization and send it to info@happydolphinsdr.org.
First Aid Course
(16 hours - International Certification)
Cabarete
Additionally, we offer the option to take the First Aid Course only, ideal for hotel and restaurant employees who wish to strengthen their emergency response skills.
This course has a duration of 16 hours and takes place in the afternoons during the same dates as the Lifeguard Program (March 23–27, 2026).
It includes instruction in:
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Primary scene assessment and rescuer safety
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Activation of the emergency response system
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CPR for adults, children, and infants
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Use of AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
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Bleeding control
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Wound and burn management
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Basic immobilization of fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
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Initial response to common medical emergencies
This format allows hotel staff to receive certification without completing the full lifeguard program, strengthening internal safety and emergency response protocols.
More about the lifeguard course:
Checkout our other courses:
For more information send us an email at:
info@happydolphinsdr.org
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