3-Day Junior Lifeguard Camp — EmBe

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The Junior Lifeguarding Camp is designed to guide youths ages 11-14 to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course. The course focuses on building a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills of future lifeguards. Prerequisites: Before entering into the Junior Lifeguarding course, participants must: * Swim the front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side. * Swim the breaststroke for 25 yards continuously while using a pull, break, kick and glide sequence. * Complete the Water Competency Sequence: - Step into the water from the side and completely submerge. - Maintain position for one minute by treading water or floating (or a combination of the two). - Rotate one full turn and orient to the exit. - Level off and swim on the front or back for 25 yards. - Exit without using a ladder or steps. Benefits of the Junior Lifeguard Camp: * Development of swimming skills and practicing in-water rescues in preparation of becoming a certified lifeguard. * Teamwork and leadership skills necessary for future lifeguard candidates. * Introduction to First Aid/CPR/AED knowledge and skills. * Instruction and guidance from a Red Cross certified Lifeguard Instructor. * Shadow experience from certified lifeguards at local pools. * A certificate of completion for participants who successfully completed the course. * This certificate does not indicate that the person is trained to be a lifeguard, and there is no validity period. * Please Note: A minimum of 5 participants is required to hold a class.

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This event is hosted by EmBe Downtown.