Lifeguard Training April 2023
Robert Livermore Aquatic Center • 4444 East Avenue Livermore, CA 94550 Organized by Livermore Area Rec & Park DistAbout this event
Description
This activity is closed to further registration.
Provides the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.
Prerequisites: Swim 300 yards continuously; Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs; Complete a timed event within 1 min, 40 sec by starting in the water, swimming 20 yds, surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-lb object, return to the surface and swim 20 yds on the back to return to the starting point, exit the water without using steps or a ladder. Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years. Fee includes books and materials.
ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. THIS COURSE INCLUDES ONLINE CLASS WORK THAT MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS (APRIL 3RD, 2023). REGISTRATION WILL BE CLOSED ON MARCH 27TH, 2023.
The entire duration of class will be held at the Granada High School Pool. Class will be 9am- 4pm, Monday through Thursday. A lunch break will be provided.
Please contact Alyssa Smith at asmith@larpd.org or 925-373-5749 for any questions.
Instructor
LARPD Aquatic Staff Staff