Lifeguarding 

​Lifeguarding at Andrews University               Spring 2018

​Begins Jan. 22

Location: Andrews University Beaty Gym & Pool, 8522 East Campus Circle Drive, Berrien Springs
Ages 15+, must show proof of age on the first day of class.
Instructor: Jessica Larson, larsonj7713@gmail.com    #269-471-3257

Additional registration at location is required.  https://www.andrews.edu/services/pool/programs/   

​See Flyer for days and times

Additional dates TBD for Waterfront Certification with an additional fee of $50.


Description:
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. (2yr)Certification Requirements includes:
-Attendance and participation in all class sessions
-Demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities, including the final rescue skill scenarios
-Pass all written exams with a minimum grade of 80%.


We are excited to offer you American Red Cross Lifeguarding Blended Learning. Blended learning combines online learning with in-person skills sessions where you will practice skills and demonstrate competency.

Because this course is on campus, the university requires a parking sticker on your vehicle.  The fee last semester was $10.00 annually.  Stop by the Campus Safety office or register your vehicle online at https://www.andrews.edu/services/safety/parking/.
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​Junior Lifeguarding  at Andrews University                        Spring 2018

Begins Jan. 22
Location: Andrews University Beaty Gym & Pool, 8522 East Campus Circle Drive, Berrien Springs
Instructor: Jessica Larson, larsonj7713@gmail.com    #269-471-3257
Mondays 5:00-6:30pm
Ages: 11-15

Additional registration at location is required.  https://www.andrews.edu/services/pool/programs/

Description: The purpose of the American Red Cross Jr.  Lifeguarding course is to provide an opportunity for students to prepare for Lifeguarding class. Students will improve their swimming skills to achieve the Pre-recs to join Lifeguarding class and gain knowledge and practice of CPR, First Aid, and Rescues.


Because this course is on campus, the university requires a parking sticker on your vehicle.  The fee last semester was $10.00 annually.  Stop by the Campus Safety office or register your vehicle online at https://www.andrews.edu/services/safety/parking/

Students should bring their swimsuit and towel every day of class.

Prerecs:
1)Swim Front Crawl for 25 yds continuously while breathing to the side
2)Swim Breaststroke for 25 yds using pull, breathe, kick, glide sequence
3)Tread Water for 1 min using arms and legs
4)Show a level of comfort on the back by floating on the back for 30 seconds or swimming on the back for 25 yds using Elementary Backstroke or Back crawl.
5)Submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet under water

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American Red Cross, Lifeguard Training                Spring 2018 

South Shore Health & Racquet Club
​The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification includes First Aid, CPR and AED training. After successful completion of all written examinations and physical skills teasting the canidate will be awarded a 2 year certification. This is a nationally recognized certification.
Must be 15 years old by the end of the class and able to pass a swimming skills test.  Mandatory attendance for all classes.

​Begins January 27 at 2 PM 
Dates and times TBA
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Lifeguarding - YMCA  BH/SJ                        Spring 2018

Additional registration at the location is required. Registration opens Dec. 11th!  Contact the Y for more details: 428-9622
Classes begin January 20 - February 24             **Days and times for classes may change, please contact the YMCA for days and times.**
Every Saturday, 1-6pm
YMCA Lifeguard certification class.  Must be at least 16 years old to participate.  Lifeguard candidates will be trained in professional CPR, basic first aid and oxygen administration as well as pool and waterfront lifesaving skills.  

Lifesaving Class - YMCA  Niles/Buchanan             Spring 2018

Additional registration at location is required.  Registration opens Dec. 11th!
Pre-course is January 24, 7-8pm
Classes begin January 25-February 22          **Days and times for classes may change, please contact the YMCA for days and times.*** Class Canceled***
Every Tuesday/Thursday 7-10pm

LIFESAVING CLASS- The YMCA and American Red Cross have partnered up to offer a quality lifesaving class for those interested in becoming a lifeguard.  Lifeguarding can be a rewarding job.  Being a lifeguard is:  Dynamic- Each day on the job presents you with new situations.  Challenging- You need to make quick judgements to do the job well.  Important- You may need to respond to an emergency at any moment.  Inspiring- With the knowledge, skills and attitude you acquire through your lifeguard training, you can save a life. Must be 15 years of age on or before the start of the precourse session. Physical test will be completed during the precourse session. Class fees include Lifeguard Manual, CPR mask and certifications (Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid). All certifications are valid for 2 years from the date of completion.

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​*Please note: it is important to make as informed a decision as possible when choosing your student's Community Resource classes. Most locations will allow a student to drop a class after one meeting, at no charge if it wasn't a good fit for the student, but not all. Some classes plan ahead based on the number that have signed up and have purchased materials, hired teachers, etc. and there might be a fee for class time or materials given to the student if the student drops after one or two meetings. The school cannot pay for classes that students do not complete, so choose wisely; if you do not take the class off of your student's schedule by the deadline, you may be asked to pay for the class time incurred prior to dropping the class.
 
​Teacher of Record: Sara Smothers