Drowning Prevention Coalition of El Paso, Texas

Drowning Prevention Coalition of El Paso, Texas

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Drowning Prevention Coalition of El Paso, Texas Drowning Prevention Coalition of El Paso, Texas Drowning Prevention Coalition of El Paso, Texas

Lifeguard Tryouts

December 10, 2024

Looking to get certified to become a lifeguard? We’ve got you covered! 🏊‍♂️🥽

Lifeguard tryouts are being offered this upcoming Saturday, December 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Pat O’Rourke Aquatic Center, 901 N Virginia St.

Prerequisites before enrolling in the class include jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs. Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breastroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed); and complete a timed event within 1 minute and 40 seconds.

For more information, contact Armijo Aquatic Center (911 South Ochoa Street), or call 915-212-0395, or email wrightsl@elpasotexas.gov


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