Red Cross Lifeguard Certification #2
ActivitySpring 2021|#7497
Mar 19, 2021 - Mar 28, 2021
15 yrs +, Mixed
Aquatics-Red Cross Lifeguard TrainingAdult
Description
Thank you for your interest in Litchfield Park Recreation Center's American Red Cross Lifeguarding course!
The course will be held at:
Litchfield Park Recreation Center
100 S Old Litchfield Rd.
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Those that complete the prerequisite swimming skills evaluation and class will receive a two (2) year certification in Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First-Aid by the American Red Cross.
Requirements: Participants MUST be at least 15 years old to enroll in class and successfully complete all aspects of the prerequisite testing.
Prerequisite Testing (held on the first day of class)
- Pass a 300 yard swim (freestyle & breaststroke are the only swim strokes permitted)
- Timed swim and brick retrieval from a 10ft depth (1min 40sec)
- No hands tread for 2 minutes in deep water
Participants will be provided with an American Red Cross Lifeguard manual on completion of the prerequisites. To access the manual prior to the class, you can obtain a copy by the following methods:
CLASS DATES & TIMES
- Friday, March 19 / 5pm - 6pm Prerequisite Test Out
- Saturday, March 20 / 10am - 5pm
- Sunday, March 21 / 12pm - 5pm
- Friday, March 26 / 5pm - 8pm
- Saturday, March 27 / 10am - 5pm
- Sunday, March 28 / 12pm - 5pm
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A LIFEGUARDING JOB AFTER BECOMING CERTIFIED?
Look no further! If you are interested in working at the Litchfield Park Rec Center pool, there will be a hiring event on the last day of class. Applications will be available March 2021 on litchfield-park.org.
*Completing the lifeguard course does not guarantee employment with the City of Litchfield Park*
Activity meeting dates
Mar 19, 2021 - Mar 28, 2021
SunNoon - 5:00 PM
Fri5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sat10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Instructor
Litchfield Park Staff
More Information
Number of sessions6
Registration dates
From Jan 4, 2021 8:00 AM
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COVID-19 POLICIES & PROCEDURES
The City of Litchfield Park continues to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and take measures to help keep the virus from spreading in the community. We care about the wellness of all who live, work, and play in Litchfield Park.
To guide policy and procedures, Litchfield Park follows recommendations provided by Maricopa County Department of Public Health, Arizona Department of Health Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO).
Additionally, the American Red Cross has issued guidance on how to Train Lifeguard during COVID-19.
REFUND POLICY
Request for refund forms may be obtained in the Litchfield Park Recreation Center lobby or online at litchfield-park.org. The form must be forwarded to the business office for processing.
A $10 administration fee will be charged; expect 10 to 14 working days before receiving your program credit or refund. If your payment was made by check, a 15 working day waiting period from the date of the check will be enforced before the refund request is processed. The $20 annual activity fee is non-refundable.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AFTER THE ACTIVITY HAS BEGUN unless a physician's excuse is presented. In this case, a pro-rated amount of the fee will be returned. If a class is cancelled the Litchfield Park Recreation Center will issue a full refund to the parent of the student.