GuardStart Part 3 of 3 | Duxbury, MA 02332

A program developed by the American Red Cross to bridge the gap between swim lessons and lifeguarding. For students in grades 6,7 & 8. GuardStart will give students the opportunity to improve their decision-making skills, develop as leaders, and learn some of the basics of Red Cross Lifeguarding.

Pre-requisite: Must be able to swim front crawl for 25 yds, tread water for 1 minute, and swim 10' under water.

Part 1 runs September 12 to Novemebr 7, 2011 and meets Monday afternoons 3:15-5pm in the Multi-purpose Room at the Percy Walker Pool. Students should bring swim suit (competition-style preferred for girls), towel, and goggles with them each week,

Part 2 wil be offered January 9 to March 12, 2012 and meets Monday afternoons Monday afternoons 3:15-5pm in the Multi-purpose Room at the Percy Walker Pool. Student DO NOT need swim gear, since they will be learning CPR and First Aid skills.

Part 3 will be offered March 19 to May 14, 2012 and meets 3:15-5pm in the Multi-purpose Room at the Percy Walker Pool. Students should bring swim suit (competition-style preferred for girls), towel, and goggles with them each week,

Students do not need to take the three parts in order.