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Lifeguard Training

Broomfield Community Center (BCC)

280 Lamar Street 303-464-5500

Paul Derda Recreation Center (PDRC)

13201 Lowell Blvd 303-460-6900


Pre-Lifeguard Training
Participants learn the duties and responsibilities of becoming a professional lifeguard. This class will introduce you to the guidelines established by the American Red Cross for Lifeguard Training. During the class you work on the following skills: swim 300 yards continuously, swim 20 yards, surface dive to 10 ft, retrieve a 10 lb brick, swim 20 yards with the brick, and exit water within 1 min, 40 seconds. First Aid and CPR skills will be discussed. Upon enrollment into a full Lifeguard Training class with the City and County of Broomfield the registration fee for this class will be applied.
For ages 15 years and over.

48673 $10/$12 Saturday 1 - 3 p.m. June 2, 2012 BCC
48674 $10/$12 Saturday 1 - 3 p.m. July 7, 2012 BCC

 

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
Participants learn the duties and responsibilities of becoming a professional lifeguard. Participants are certified in First Aid, CPR-PR/AED, and Lifeguard Training. This class follows the guidelines established by the American Red Cross. To enroll in this class you must be 15 years of age by the last class date. Participants must attend all sessions. There are no exceptions. During the first class you must pass the following skills in order to continue the rest of the course: swim 300 yards continuously, swim 20 yards, surface dive to 10 ft, retrieve a 10 lb brick, swim 20 yards with the brick, and exit water within 1 min, 40 seconds.
For ages 15 years and over.

48681 $150/$170 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. March 26 - 30 BCC
48677 $150/$170 Tuesday Thursday 6 - 9 p.m.     March 27 - April 19 BCC
Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. April 7, 2012 BCC
48676 $150/$170 Saturday  9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. March 31 - April 28 BCC
48680 $150/$170 Tuesday Thursday 6 - 9 p.m. April 24 - May 17 BCC
Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. May 5, 2012 BCC
48716 $150/$170 Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. June 16 - July 14 BCC
48679 $150/$170 Tuesday Thursday 6 - 9 p.m. July 17 - August 9 BCC
Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. July 28, 2012 BCC

 

CPR, First Aid, and AED FULL Class

This American Red Cross Community First Aid and CPR-PR course teaches individuals, how to respond to injuries and sudden illnesses. Emergency action principles, combining adult, child and infant CPR and other lifesaving techniques, with traditional first aid information and skills are taught. Please bring a sack lunch/dinner to all day classes. For ages 13 years and over.

48522 $75/$85 Monday Wednesday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. April 2 & 4 PDRC
48524 $75/$85 Monday Wednesday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. June 4 & 6 PDRC
48527 $75/$85 Monday Wednesday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. July 9 & 11 PDRC
48531 $75/$85 Monday Wednesday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. August 6 & 8 PDRC
48515 $75/$85 Tuesday Thursday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. March 6 & 8 PDRC
48530 $75/$85 Tuesday Thursday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. May 8 & 10 PDRC
48513 $75/$85 Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. March 24, 2012 PDRC
48514 $75/$85 Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. April 21, 2012 PDRC
48520 $75/$85 Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. May 26, 2012 PDRC
48528 $75/$85 Saturday 8am - 5 p.m. June 23, 2012 PDRC
48529 $75/$85 Saturday 8am - 5 p.m. July 21, 2012 PDRC
48532 $75/$85 Saturday 8am - 5 p.m. August 4, 2012 PDRC

Red Cross Re-Certification Classes
These classes are for individuals who possess the skills and knowledge necessary to meet all the requirements set forth by the American Red Cross and need to renew their certifications. Participants must produce a copy of their current or expired certification at the beginning of the course. If it has been more than one year since your certification has expired, you must sign up for a full course. Participants must bring their own pocket masks. If you do not have a pocket mask, we have them available for purchase for $12. Class size must meet a minimum of 3 participants enrolled or it may be cancelled. If you need a class but do not see a date that works for you, call Andy at 303-460-6948.
CPR & AED, First Aid Re-Certification
There is a short review. There are no skills taught—skill testing only. Participants must successfully complete all skill requirements without assistance as well as pass a written test on the first attempt. Age: 16 years and over
48476 $30/$40 Tuesday 5 - 9 p.m. June 5, 2012 PDRC
48488 $30/$40 Tuesday 5 - 9 p.m. July 17, 2012 PDRC
48479 $30/$40 Wednesday 5 - 9 p.m. April 4, 2012 PDRC
48495 $30/$40 Wednesday 5 - 9 p.m. June 20, 2012 PDRC
48482 $30/$40 Thursday 5 - 9 p.m. May 17, 2012 PDRC
48503 $30/$40 Thursday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. June 14, 2012 PDRC
48493 $30/$40 Thursday 5 - 9 p.m.  August 9, 2012 PDRC
48478 $30/$40 Saturday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. March 17, 2012 PDRC
48480 $30/$40 Saturday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 14, 2012 PDRC
48483 $30/$40 Saturday 1 - 5 p.m. May 12, 2012 PDRC
Lifeguard Training Re-Certification
This class includes CPR/AED, First Aid, or Lifeguard Training. Participants must successfully complete all skill requirements without assistance as well as pass a written test on the first attempt. If you need a class but do not see a date that works for you, email Andy at alarington@broomfield.org. Age: 16 years and over.
48665 $30/$40 Tuesday 5 - 9 p.m. May 8, 2012 BCC
48664 $30/$40 Wednesday 5 - 9 p.m. April 18, 2012 BCC
48670 $30/$40 Thursday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. May 31, 2012 BCC
48662 $30/$40 Friday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. March 23, 2012 BCC
48669 $30/$40 Saturday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. May 5, 2012 BCC