Lifeguard Classes in February



The Gym Lifeguard Class

Begins February 28th –pretest at 3:30-8:00pm

February 29th   @ 3:30 pm – 8:00

March 2nd  3:30 pm – 7:00 pm

March 3rd  9:00 am – 2:00  pm

March 5th  3:30pm – 8:00

March 6^th 3:30 – until finished.

ABOUT THE CLASS

• You must be at least 15 years old to take the class!
• You must be present at all class days and times.  Make up classes are not given
• You will do a Pre-Test on February 23rd  It includes swimming 300yards without stopping (there is no time limit). Your swim must be done continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing (i.e. you cannot swim with your head out of the water)  Tread water for 10 minutes (2 minutes must be done using only your legs).  Complete the following in 1 minute and 40 sec. or less:  Starting in the water swim 20 yards, surface dive, to a depth of 10 feet to retrieve a 10 lb object.  Surface and swim 20 yards on back with both hands holding the object and exit the water without using ladder or steps.  You must pass the pre-test in order to continue with the class.  You will get a full refund if you do not pass the PRE TEST. 
• Class Requirements:  You must participate in all the classes, and successfully pass a practical test where you demonstrate the correct rescue skills that you will learn, you must complete and pass the CPR portion of the class where you demonstrate that you know how to do CPR and 1^st aid and you must pass a written test for CPR, 1^st AID and Lifeguard training making at least 80% on the test.  REFUNDS  ARE NOT GIVEN IF YOU DO NOT PASS THE ENTIRE CLASS—classes will not be made up unless the whole class is post poned—if you can’t attend each day you need to wait to take a different class.
• All class will be taught at The GYM (across from Oneonta City Schools)

COS T:  $215.00  does not include books.  You will check out a book from the Gym’s library.  Books must be returned at the end of the class.  If you would like your own book, you may pay an additional $40 for a book.  , lifeguard training, CPR and 1^st Aid and all other supplies needed for the class are included . Must be registered by February 23rd  2012

PAYMENT DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.  REGISTER @ THE GYM!!!!

Call 205-625-5060.  Make checks payable to: The Gym