The Christiansburg Aquatic Center is introducing a new program called Lifeguard University.
For teens and adults alike who will be at least 16 years old by the end of Feb. 2022, the program will run from Sept. 8, 2021 through March 2, 2022, on Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m.
The first three months of the program will focus on learning to swim and building swimming endurance, and the last three months will continue with swimming endurance and the lifeguard certification class.
There are no fees for the program; however, a full commitment for the entirety of the program is required, and all participants are expected to apply for a lifeguard position and agree to work at the Christiansburg Aquatic Center. For more detailed information and the class schedule, or to register for the program, contact Lifeguard Crew Leader Eric Johnson at 540-381-7665.
Being a lifeguard is a job that requires a solid swimming ability and general comfort in the water. For those who have never learned to swim or who have never had the opportunity to increase their swimming endurance and strength in the water, lifeguarding may be viewed as not being a viable option for a part-time job.
The Christiansburg Aquatic Center is hoping with this program to minimize the barriers to lifeguard certification.
