(BIVN) – An American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification course will be offered in Puna in early October.
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation says the certification course will take place at the Pāhoa Community Aquatic Center during the upcoming fall break, from Monday, October 5 through Friday, October 9.
The course, which includes deep water training, will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
From the County of Hawaiʻi:
The certification course is open to participants who will be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the lifeguarding course.
To be considered candidates for certification, participants must pass two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations, which must be completed by or on the first day of classes.
Please call Pāhoa Community Aquatic Center at 808-965-2700 to schedule an evaluation, to learn more, and to register.
The course costs $123, and payment must be made in cash in the exact amount. Payment can be made on the first day of classes.
Participants should bring to class: CPR masks for adults and infants, a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, water and snacks, and the Lifeguarding Participant’s manual.
A free e-book version of the Lifeguarding Participant’s manual, along with information about course pre-requisites, can be accessed on the Department of Parks and Recreation Aquatics Section webpage.
