Registration is open for lifeguard certification course in Kohala

The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a lifeguard certification course at Kohala Swimming Pool at Kamehameha Park in Kapaʻau.

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification course, which includes deep water training, will be held from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on July 17, 19, 24, and 26. The course is open to participants who will be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the lifeguarding course.

To be considered candidates for certification, participants must pass two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations, which will be conducted on the first day of classes.

The course costs $122. Payment must be made in cash in the exact amount by the first day of classes.

Participants should bring CPR masks for adults and infants, a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, water, and snacks, and the “Lifeguarding Participant’s Manual” to each class.

A free e-book version of the “Lifeguarding Participant’s Manual,” along with information about course prerequisites, can be accessed on the Department of Parks & Recreation Aquatics Section webpage.

To learn more and to register, contact the Kohala Swimming Pool at 808-889-6933.