Lifeguard Training/Recertification/Crossover

Our lifeguard class is designed to teach modern lifesaving techniques endorsed by the YMCA of the USA.  Participants will improve their aquatic conditioning and safety awareness skills.  YMCA of the USA lifeguard certification is required for employment on the Palestine YMCA lifeguard staff.  Anyone considering new employment must attend our Lifeguard Training.  Registrants must be certified in CPR and First Aid.

Registration:  Mar 1 - Mar 31, 2008

Sessions:  May 9 - May 19

Ages:  16 and up

New Lifeguard: $125 member, $150 participant

Recertification or Crossover:  $75 member,

$100 participant

(A $25 late fee will be assessed after Apr 25)

Orientation:  Mar 1, 10am; Mar 10, 6:30pm

(Must attend only one orientation)

Pool Swim Time: May 5 - May 8, 4pm

CPR/FA Class: May 13 & 15,  6pm - 10pm

Class:  May 9 & 16, 6pm - 9pm;

May 10 & 17, 9am -5pm;

May 11 & 18, 1pm - 5pm

Test:  May 19, 6pm - 9pm

Junior Guard

The Junior Guard training program is designed for children 11-15 years who have a developed swimming ability and want more advanced aquatic training.  Students will learn modern lifesaving skills, first aid and CPR, community water safety, and will work on improving their swimming strokes.  Beginning the fourth week of Jr. Guard Training, Jr. Guards will shadow real guards.  This gives the Jr. Guards a great view of what being a lifeguard is truly like.  Select participants will be given an opportunity to compete in the annual Texas Junior Guard Competition.

Registration:  Apr 14, 2008

Sessions:  Jun 9 -26, Mon - Thurs, 11am - 12pm

(Makeup days are Fridays and Saturdays)

Ages:  11-15 years

Parent meetings:  Apr 26, 10am & Apr 29, 6:30pm

Fees:  $70 member, $90 participant