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AQUATICS
Lifeguard
Just Pool
Training
Fun Learn to
Swim
The mission of the aquatics department is to provide Reston residents with an array of aquatic facilities and programs. Members can participate at all levels — including learn-to-swim programs, safety training and exercise classes or relaxing by the pool — and do so at wellmaintained, clean facilities under local health department standards and managed by a well trained staff.
WSI Certification
Let the Splashing Begin
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) is an American Red Cross certification that is required for all swim instructors at Reston Association as well as many other surrounding agencies.
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LIFEGUARD TRAINING PROGRAMS
New Lifeguard
Reston Association is proud to be offering the newly updated American Red Cross Lifeguard Training program in 2012. This new program uses the most up-to-date research and science related to aquatic rescues and emergency CPR. *$175/RA Members *$250/Non-members *All participants will receive a $100 refund if participant attends all classes.
Certifications earned: Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/ AED (all valid 2 years)
New Lifeguard Training Schedule (Minimum of 6 students required to hold class)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
May 4-13 May 25-June 2 June 8-16 June 22-30 June 25-29 June 29-July 7 July 9-13 July 13-21 July 23-27 August 2-11 August 13-17
Full class details are available online.
Having these American Red Cross certifications makes a student eligible to apply as a lifeguard with Reston Association as well as many other local pool management companies. REGISTER NOW Online at www.reston.org or in person at our Member Services desk, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive.
Returning Lifeguard
The American Red Cross released an updated lifeguarding program in January of this year and all Reston Association lifeguards (subs and management too) must update their certification before beginning work in 2012. $86/RA Members/Employees $100/Non-members
Certifications earned: (by attending BOTH days) Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/ AED (all valid 2 years) NOTE: After you sign up for the update class you will receive an e-mail asking you to select one ‘dry day’ and one ‘wet day’ in order to complete the training. Each student must attend both days to be fully re-certified. All classes will be held at the Reston Association main office and various pools.
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6 student required to hold class ALL registrations must be received by June 5. Online at www.reston.org or in person at our Member Services desk, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive
Ages: Students must be 16 or older by last day of class. No exceptions can be made to this policy. Dates: Saturday, June 23, 1-5 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, June 28, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, June 30, 1-5 p.m. Sunday, July 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Reston Association main office, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive and various RA pools
NOTE: Students will be required to complete an online learning component prior to the first day of class. $230/RA Members $260/Non-members
MORE INFO . QUESTIONS . REGISTRATION . CONTACT WILLA WHITACRE AT 703-435-6532 OR AQUATICSINFO@RESTON.ORG
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