Spring / Summer 2018 Activity Guide

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Recertification American Red Cross Course that re-certifies participants in the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Participants must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate to enroll in this course. Ages: 15+ Minimum Enrollment = 4 * Class runs Tuesday through Thursday from 4 – 8 p.m. * Attendance to the entire class session is mandatory. . REG. BY: May 29, 30, 31 4-8 p.m. T/W/TH 8727 $100 May 22 June 5, 6, 7 4-8 p.m. T/W/TH 8728 $100 April 30 American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Training What would you do if a friend or family member collapsed and was unresponsive? This American Red Cross course is designed to teach you skills that you need to know to give immediate care to a person in distress until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. The course will teach participants to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. Ages: 13+ Minimum Enrollment = 4 . REG. BY: May 22 4–8 p.m. T 8729 $55 May 5 June 19 4–8 p.m. T 8730 $55 June 12 July 17 4–8 p.m. T 8731 $55 July 9

Have you ever thought being a Lifeguard would be fun? Then here is your chance to gain the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies in the position of Lifeguard. The course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Please bring a packed lunch and snacks. * Class runs Sunday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 4 – 8 p.m. for two weeks. * Attendance to the entire class session is mandatory. Prerequisites: (will be tested on the first day of class) • Swim 300 yards continuously. • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive seven-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps, within one minute, 40 seconds. • Tread water for two minutes using only legs.

Ages: 15+ Minimum Enrollment = 4

REG. BY:

May 13, 27 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sun 8725 $200 May 6

May 15, 17,

4–8 p.m. T/Th

22, 24

REG. BY:

June 3, 10 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sun 8726 $200 May 27

June 5, 7,

4–8 p.m.

T/Th

12, 14

Special Request Certification Classes

Are you looking to get a group certified in one of the courses that we offer, but our program times and dates don’t work for your group? The Christiansburg Aquatic Center will work directly with your group and your timeline to provide the training that you are looking for. For more information, contact Chrystal Jones at (540) 381-7665 ext. 3114

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