This class is for teenage swimmers who have successfully completed Teen Beginner or who can otherwise swim 25 yards of front crawl and elementary backstroke. Participants should already be comfortable in deeper water, able to tread, and familiar with the basics of backstroke and breaststroke. This class will focus on refining technique for front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke as well as building endurance and confidence.

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding class is designed to teach you not only the basics in water safety, but also the proper protocol when dealing with any emergencies around water. The Red Cross blends both traditional lecture style along with crucial hands-on training in order to teach you effective techniques to deliver prompt care to those in need. Learn how to respond safely and efficiently to water emergencies with the American Red Cross Lifeguarding class. For more information call the aquatic staff at 703-228-4671 or email [email protected]. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory. A non-refundable fee of $35 is included in the cost of the class for the lifeguard cert.

LIFEGUARD CLASSES
Learn lifesaving skills and earn an American Red Cross lifeguard certification. Candidates must be 15 years old by the completion of the course, complete a 7-hour online course before the first day of the course, and pass the following in-water prerequisites in at least 5 feet of water:
• Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing.
• Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.
• Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
o Starting in the water, swim 20 yards.
o Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
o Surface and swim 20 yards on back with both hands holding object.
Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

This class is for adult swimmers who have completed adult beginner or can otherwise submerge, blow bubbles and glide and float independently on front and back. Students will work on treading water, gaining experience in deeper water and building endurance towards swimming 25 yards of front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will also be introduced to backstroke and breaststroke.

This class is for adult swimmers who have successfully completed adult advanced beginner or who can otherwise swim 25 yards of front crawl and elementary backstroke. Participants should already be comfortable in deeper water, able to tread, and familiar with the basics of backstroke and breaststroke. This class will focus on refining technique for front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke as well as building endurance and confidence.

This class is for adult swimmers who have successfully completed Adult Intermediate and can swim 50's of front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke. This class will introduce sets, intervals and other cardiovascular training representative of a master's or competitive swim workout routine. In addition, students will refine strokes and be introduced to butterfly and flipturns.

Learn basic diving techniques, concentrating on front and back dives. All students must be able to swim in deep water. Class progression will be based on the experience and skills of the students in the class.

You don't have to be a swimmer to condition your heart and lungs and increase muscle flexibility and tone in this low-impact workout. Great for those with joint pain and arthritis.

Participants must be comfortable in water over their heads. You will use a variety of deep-water exercises to enhance cardiovascular fitness while strengthening and toning muscles. Aqua Fitness belts are provided or you can bring your own.

This deep-water class combines water resistance with no impact using a variety of equipment and exercises.

This class is for adult swimmers who have little to no swimming experience or who may be fearful of the water. Students will learn to submerge underwater, blow bubbles and float/glide on the front and back independently.

This class is for adult swimmers who have completed adult beginner or can otherwise submerge, blow bubbles and glide and float independently on front and back. Students will work on treading water, gaining experience in deeper water and building endurance towards swimming 25 yards of front crawl and elementary backstroke. Students will also be introduced to backstroke and breaststroke.