BECOME A LIFEGUARD WITH THE DC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION!

This spring, DPR Aquatics is offering 20 lifeguard training sessions from March to June for individuals 15 years and older who want to work as a certified American Red Cross lifeguard with DPR during summer 2009. The first training session begins March 23, the last session begins June 1, 2009; the complete schedule is provided below.

Training is free for everyone that becomes a DPR lifeguard; otherwise training fees are $100 for DC residents and $200 for non-residents. Sessions include conditioning exercises and complete American Red Cross lifeguard training in three areas: Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) /AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for the professional rescuer.

Register online or contact DPR Aquatics at (202) 671-1289 for more information or to register.

Click HERE to view a list of the training dates and locations.