Bellingham Parks & Recreation Leisure Guide
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Aquatics SPRING/SUMMER PLAYBOOK 2024 | BELLINGHAM PARKS & RECREATION 74 ARNE HANNA AQUATIC CENTER Now Hiring Arne Hanna Aquatic Center is now hiring Aquatic Leaders — Lifeguards to work at the Aquatic Center or Bloedel-Donovan beach. We will certify you as an American Red Cross Lifeguard as part of our training process. You must pass a pre-employment swimming skills test and to apply, go to: cob.org/employment APPLY TODAY! Bloedel Donovan Park Swimming Area The Bellingham Parks & Recreation beach lifeguards will be on duty in the swimming area daily. Tentative dates: July 1 - August 25 1:00-6:00 pm Posted Park and Lake rules will be enforced. Programs & Information Subject to Change. American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Water Safety Classes Lifeguard Training Course Learn how to effectively prevent and respond to water emergencies. The certification includes First Aid, CPR, AED, Administering Emergency Oxygen, and Bloodborne Pathogens training. Training is valid for two years and is accepted nationwide. Please contact the Aquatic Center if you are in need of a Lifeguard Review Course. Lifeguarding Instructor Course Upon successful completion, you will be certified to instruct basic level lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens Training, Emergency Oxygen Administration, and Basic Water Rescue courses. Registration Deadline: April 18 DAYS/DATES: Session 1: Sundays, April 14, 21, 28 Session 2: Tuesday-Thursday, June 25-27 TIMES: 8:00 am–5:30 pm AGES/PREREQ: 15 years and older. Complete a swimming pretest at Arne Hanna COST: $200 DAYS/DATES/TIMES: Friday, May 3, 5:00–9:00 pm; Saturday-Sunday, May 4-5, 8:00 am–5:30 pm AGES/PREREQ: 17 years of age or older. Current Red Cross Lifeguard certification, swimming pretest and online pre-course COST: $200 + $35 Red Cross fee