BARTOLONE'S LIFEGUARD
& CPR TRAINING LLC
Serving Central New Jersey & Eastern Pennsylvania
Our Story
I (the owner), became a certified lifeguard in 2003 after turned 15. I spent my summers swimming for Hamilton Aquatics Club and lifeguarding at my neighborhood pool called Crest Mor Aqua Club in Hamilton NJ. In 2007, at the age of 19, I earned my Lifeguard Instructor certification at Rutgers University. I spent my college summers as a pool CPO, Water Safety Instructor, and Lifeguard Instructor for various organizations throughout NJ. Eventually I branched off and started working as an independent instructor and started teaching my own Lifeguard and CPR/AED certifications in Mercer county in addition to coaching high school swimming for several years.
After earning my Masters in Education from TCNJ in 2012, I began working fulltime as a teacher while still running my small but growing side business during summer months. Over the next three years, I became heavily evolved as a volunteer firefighter. In 2013, I completed FireFighter 1 certification at Mercer County's Dempster Fire Academy, met my future wife Krista, and moved to Middlesex County. The following year, I attended the Middlesex County Fire Academy and earned my FireFighter 2 certification and proposed to my future wife. In 2015 while still working full-time as a teacher, I attended the Monmouth County Fire Academy and earned my Pump Operator certification, and got married.
In 2018, I started my business named Bartolone's Lifeguard & CPR Training LLC, expanded my business's operations into Monmouth county, and welcomed our first child - Emelia. In 2020, Bartolone's Lifeguard & CPR Training was granted permission and urged by the State of NJ to continue operations of certifying and recertifying first responders and Lifeguards during Covid-19 in addition to the birth of my 2nd child - Nathan. During 2020, we recertified a record number of lifeguards, teachers, nurses, and hospital workers throughout central NJ. In 2022, we expanded our operation into Somerset County, doubled our class offering schedule, and welcomed our third child - William.
In 2024, the American Red Cross rolled out their newest version of Lifeguard training called R.24. With this came many changes to how Licensed Training Providers such as us can operate on behalf of the Red Cross. So in 2024, we once again restructured our Lifeguard Certification business, expanded into Bucks county (PA), and started offering Crossover Training for non-Red Cross Lifeguards. In 2025, we updated our logo, rolled out a new website, started electronic payments, and upgraded all our manikins and equipment. In 2026, Bartolone's Lifeguard & CPR Training was awarded the Training Services Recognition Award by the American Red Cross.
Service Area:
Primary: Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Somerset
Secondary: Bucks, Union, Hunterdon, Burlington (northern)
Rescues
I'm proud to share that each year, I hear stories from past students of rescues they've performed, using lifesaving skills outside of work, and some who go above the call of duty. Some of these guards have even received the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award. More information about the Lifesaving Awards can be found here: Lifesaving Award Details
As a reminder, if your a lifeguard that has used a lifesaving skill during an incident such as: CPR, using an AED, controlling severe bleeding, saving a choking victim, recognizing or treating a sudden illness including heart attack, performing a water rescue of an active or passive victim, or anything else I taught you in class... I want to hear about it!
Awards
Over the years, Bartolone's Lifeguard & CPR Training has received several smaller awards and recognition from various pools, organizations, and towns (thank you!). At the start of 2026, we were honored by the American Red Cross with the Training Service Recognition Award for our hard work and dedication in the 2025 season.
Location
This small business is proudly operated inside Monroe Township NJ (Middlesex County). Since we operate at various pools, we have no google or apple maps location, and no google or apple reviews. Truth be told, we have no Facebook, no TikTok, no Instagram, no X... no social media what so ever. This website and our yearly advertising on Red Cross Take A Class are the only placed to find us. If for some reason you need our physical address (my house), please sent me an email.
Community Give Back & Donations
2023 Donations
- Cranbury Historical Society
- 2 pool families in need of help
- Helmetta Fire Department
- Wounded Warrior Project
- Pinelands Preservation Alliance
- Knights of Columbus
2024 Donations
- Sponsor Pool Movie Night for Kids
- Sponsor Annual Pool Chili Cook Off
- Monroe Township Police Depart.
- East Windsor Police Depart.
- 2 pool individuals in need of help
- 1 pool family - House Fire
- Women of Domestic Violence
2025 Donations
- NJ Boxer Rescue
- Sponsor Annual Pool Chili Cook Off
- Pool Tire Swing Construction
- Sponsor Pool Movie Night for Kids
- JKRC Animal Rescue
- Women of Domestic Violence
- Covered cost for 2 US Army Vets.
2026 Donations
- Planning: Dechokers & Narcan
- Planning: Pool Movie Night for Kids
- Plannning: Cigars and Bourbon Night
- Planning: Chili Cook Off
Reviews:
All reviews are voluntary and are from real past students,
S.R. Millstone NJ
2026
Recertification
Very fun class. The best recert class I've taken. Learned a lot of new things and feel ready for this summer. Thx you.
C. W. Ewing NJ
2026
Recertification
I remember the lifeguard final exam being really hard. I'm not sure how I passed it two years ago. The instructors here were very helpful and made sure we were all prepared for the test. A lot of the test questions were covered during class. Would use them again.
TBA 2026
Certification: ?
Coming Soon
TBA 2026
Certification: ?
Coming Soon
S.R. Glenside PA
2025
Certification: Crossover LG
What a fun class! And what a surprise with how similar the American Red Cross is to StarGuard. The crossover course was very demanding but between the digital manual and your instruction, it was manageable. I hated the blended learning which obviously you have nothing to do with. StarGuard doesn’t have us perform as many scenarios but I definitely feel prepared after cycling through all of them. You were the only business within 100 miles to offer a crossover.
A.P. Monroe Twp NJ
2025
Certification: Bridge
Shallow to Lifeguarding
My town only has a shallow water pool. I wish I knew ahead of time how restrictive a shallow water lifeguard certification would be for my daughter... it's practically useless. You were the only instructor to know exactly how to get my daughter over to general lifeguarding without her having to retake a full course. We're both very thankful. Having the class in a heated pool was a nice bonus! Thank you again.
S.H. Metuchen NJ
2025
Certification: Lifeguard
As a fellow instructor, it was nice to see you uphold Red Cross policies and refuse entry to students who couldn’t pass the swim prerequisites. If you're not in shape to complete a 200 swim, you should be lifeguarding. I enjoyed the way you ran the class and learned a tremendous amount of tips and tricks. I found the way you taught deep water rescue and passive front very enlightening. I hope to see you again in 2 years for another recert. Cheers.
C.N. Hazlet NJ
2025
Certification: Waterfront
Class was good.
S.S. Hightstown NJ
2025
Certification: Lifeguard
Was a great experience. Learned so much valuable information and skills beyond what I even thought when thinking about taking the course. Was professional and also fun!
J.R. Richboro PA
2025
Certification: Lifeguard
My girls have been using Bartolone's Lifeguard & CPR Training since 2023. My kids like it and do very well. I also like it for his professional correspondence. He is easy to contact and quick with a response.
Q.S. Langhorne PA
2025
Certification: Waterfront
Thank you for taking the time to make sure I knew how to do all the skills correctly. My last instructor didn't care and just passed everyone. I feel like a real lifeguard now. Thanks.
F.R. Mountainside NJ
2025
Certification: Waterfront
Great first time experience with this company. The waterfront certification was fun but challenging. I was nervous about being in the lake but Coach Vince stayed in the water most of the time with us to make sure we were safe and knew how to do each skill.
Z.C. Montgomery, NJ
2024
Certification: Crossover LG
I highly recommend this company. Switching over from Ellis and Associates to American Red Cross was supposed to be easy but none of the Red Cross instructors I talked to knew how to do this. I almost gave up until someone recommended Vince’s company. He saved me a lot of time, money, and frustration. Thank you.
A.D. Cranbury NJ
2024
Certification: CPR/AED
Mr. Bartolone is a great honest guy. He's been recertifying my construction workers for several years. Prices are upfront, workers feel prepared, and OSHA is happy. Can't go wrong with him.
M.L. East Windsor NJ
2024
Certification: Lifeguard
We were happy to find the class was down the street at a neighboring swim club. My boys had a great time and learned a lot. The materials the instructor sent home before class was helpful. I liked how my kids could complete the online portion at their own pace though it took much longer than expected. Ben and Mason were able to find jobs quickly after getting certified!
E.T. Kingston NJ
2024
Certification: Lifeguard
We're very thankful Derek had you as his teacher. Last month during dinner, Derek saved his sister's friend who was choking on hibachi. As everyone is panicking, he jumped up and sprang into action with the heimlich. Not even three weeks later, he was with my parents and my dad was showing signs of a heart attack. Of course my father said he was fine but Derek ignored him and called 911 and probably saved my father's life. The skills you've taught my son have been invaluable and we're all extremely grateful! Thank you!!!
T.R. New Brunswick, NJ
2024
Certification: Lifeguard
The health department came in and checked my guard's certifications during inspection. As soon as he saw your name on some of the certifications, he smiled and said your one of the best instructors around.
D.K. Marlboro NJ
2024
Certification: Lifeguard
Thank you! Our son talked all the way home about what he learned today. He really enjoyed your class and is looking forward to next week!
P.B. Hopewell NJ
2024
Certification: Lifeguard
I would just like to say that it has been a pleasure having Vince come to our pool to run his training classes over the past several years. We are fortunate to have him train our guards as well as many of the other area guards. He is a great example of a small, local business providing an important service to our community.
D.S. Newtown, PA
2024
Certification: Lifeguard
I discovered Bartolone’s Lifeguard Training by accident while looking for classes on the Red Cross website. My last two Red Cross instructors were very disappointing. One was rude and yelled a lot. The other didn’t know how to teach. Mr. Bartolone’s recert class was a nice surprise. I feel I learned more from his class than my last two recert classes combined.