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St. Francis Community Center

4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ 08008-3926

(609) 494-8861

Aquatics

Lifeguard Training

Ages: 15 and up (Birth Certificates required at first class)

Instructors: Victor Corapi & Allison Nemes

Fee: $250 Member/$270 Non-Member

Location: Aquatic Center Max: 20 Min: 5

Do you want to be a lifeguard? Are you getting ready for a great summer job? You must have strong swimming ability. This course is certified by the American Red Cross. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an American Red Cross Certification in Lifeguard Training, First Aid and CPR.

Text Box: SESSION                            TIME
Code 426106-05

Tues.,     July 7               5:00 - 7:00
Thurs.,    July 8               4:30 - 8:30
Fri.,         July 9               4:30 - 8:30
Sat.,         July 10             9:00 - 5:00
Sun.,        July 11             9:00 - 5:00

Attendance at the dates and times listed is required.

There will be no opportunities to make-up missed classes.

Text Box: All participants must complete the following swimming prerequisites:
1. Swim 300 yards continuously in the following order: 100 yards of front crawl, using rhythmic breathing and a stabilizing-propellant kick; 100 yards of breaststroke; and, 100 yards of either front crawl or breaststroke using rhythmic breathing.
2. Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke; surface dive to a depth of 7 to 10 feet; retrieve a 10 pound object; return to the surface; and, swim 20 yards back to starting point with object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps within 1 minute 40 seconds.
If you have concerns about your ability to complete the pre-requisites, please schedule a swimming skill evaluation by calling the pool reception desk at x 187.
(There is a $10 guest fee for all evaluations.)