Aquatics
The American Red Cross has been a leader in aquatic education since 1914. Aquatic programs are offered for all ages and skill levels with a focus on aquatic safety training.
The North Central Florida Chapter works with Authorized Providers to deliver our Aquatics courses.
Here is a list of our Aquatics Authorized Providers, you may contact them directly to inquire about their class schedules, pricing and for registration.
Northwood YMCA
5201 NW 34th Street
Gainesville, FL 32605
Contact: Scott Chase, Aquatics Director
E-mail: s.chase@ncfymca.org
Phone: 352-374-9622
Courses Offered: Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor
More information is available at http://www.ncfymca.org/aquatics.php
Florida Heartsaver
P.O. Box 358341
Gainesville, FL 32635
Contact: Peter Kim
E-mail: cpr@floridaheartsaver.org
Phone: 352-575-0119
Courses offered: Lifeguarding
More information is available at www.floridaheartsaver.org
ARGUS Aquatics
14808 SW 91st Street
Archer, FL 32618
Contact: Shannon Keleher
E-mail: argusaquatics@bellsouth.net
Phone: 321-432-9252
Courses Offered: Water Safety Instructor, Swim Lessons, Basic Water Rescue, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, Water Safety Presentations, Lifeguarding
More information is available HERE.
Private classes available upon request. Please contact Shannon for more information.
To learn more about the different aquatics course offerings please see below:
Learn to Swim
The American Red Cross "Learn-to-Swim" program is appropriate for children over 6 years of age and includes adults. For infants ages 6 months to 3 years, a parent must accompany the child in the water, for every session. All eight courses are designed to help students learn to swim or improve their swimming skills with new strokes, stroke refinements, diving safety, techniques and more.
Basic Water Rescue
To provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. To prepare individuals for aquatic emergencies by teaching them how to protect themselves while assisting others.
Lifeguard Training
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course will help you develop skills and experience that will be valued by colleges and future employers. It's a great way to demonstrate what you can offer. Colleges and employers look for applicants who can deal effectively with people, who have a take charge attitude and who are willing to work to develop new skills. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED for Lifeguards.
Prerequisites Include: minimum age of 15; swim 300 yards continuously; starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke; surface dive 7–10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps, within 1 minute, 40 seconds.