Lansdale YMCA Water Safety Instructor Course (May)
Course Purpose
The purpose of this instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach courses and presentations in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program including Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-to-Swim, Adult Swim, Private Lessons, Water Safety Courses (including Safety Training for Swim Coaches*) and Water Safety Presentations
Course Prerequisites
• Be at least 16 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform the following swimming skills:
1. Swim the following strokes consistent with the Stroke Performance Charts, Level 4:
Front Crawl – 25 yards
Back Crawl – 25 yards
Breaststroke – 25 yards
Elementary Backstroke – 25 yards
Sidestroke – 25 yards
Butterfly – 15 yards
o 2. Maintain position on back for 1 minute in deep water (floating or sculling)
o 3. Tread water for 1 minute
Course Objectives
• Exhibit the characteristics required of a Red Cross representative and role model
• Conduct courses in a manner that helps participants stay engaged in the learning process
• Effectively use program materials and training equipment
• Ensure participants’ health and safety during training
• Identify required information for reporting course enrollments and maintaining instructor certification
• Deliver quality, consistent, and standardized content by following the Water Safety Instructor’s Manual
• Identify key elements and strategies for planning and preparing effective and safe swim lessons
• Monitor participants’ practice and provide positive, corrective feedback and encouragement consistent with the skill charts and skill assessment tool
Date/Times:
Friday 5/12/23 5:30am to 6:30pm
Saturday 5/13/23 8:00am to 6:30pm
Sunday 5/15/23 8:00am to 6:30pm
Monday 5/16 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Location:
Landale YMCA
608 E. Main Street
Lansdale, PA 18446
Question contact Dan Castagna at 484-478-2642 or email Dan@echsafety.com
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