5TH EDITION LIFEGUARD CLASS
In the fall, 2011, after extensive research and testing, Y-USA launched its new lifeguard program. The Y-USA has taken the time to fully review all aspects of the YMCA Lifeguard Program with aquatic best practices and Y aquatic staff across the country in terms of quality, effectiveness, and flexibility to create a 5th Edition Lifeguard Class.
The Lifeguard Program has important new features:
• An increased focus on prevention and recognition of drowning incidences and decision-making skills means faster and more effective emergency responses
• A learner-centered approach with integration of e-learning that enhances the learner experience and reinforces concepts throughout the curriculum and across platforms (classroom, pool, e-learning) for improved knowledge retention
• The inclusion of CPR Pro/AED, First Aid and Emergency Oxygen Administration through the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI), means one-stop shopping for program participants
The Lifeguard Program is a scenario-based training developed over the last four years with input from YMCA and other aquatic professionals to ensure that lifeguards - the ones we hire and the ones we certify - are the best in the business.
NEW CLASS will take place at the David Y
WHEN: Wednesday and Friday's 5:00pm - 9:30pm
February 28 - April 4th
MEMBER: $195.00
NON-MEMBER: $220.00
$25 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT at time of registration
QUESTIONS: Ashley Sterner, Co-Aquatic Director
330 830 6275 x1108
Prerequisites:
- Attend all classes
- Minimum age of 16 by last day of scheduled course. Those under age 18 must have parental consent.
- Pass all three phases of the Physical Competency Test on February 29th Skills include treading water 2 min legs only, swim 100 yards front crawl, swim 50 yards of each sidestroke, breaststroke, breaststroke with head up, elementary back stroke kick with hands on chest, feet first surface dive, swim under water 15 feet, sprint 60 feet swimming, arm over arm surface dive, pick up an object from the bottom of the pool, tread water 1 min legs only holding object, hoist yourself out of the pool without using a ladder, do compressions on a manikin, and scanning activity.
Additional Info:
You will need to bring a swimsuit (ladies- one piece, please), towel, whistle and lanyard, pen, paper, social security number, driver's license or birth certificate.
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