Upcoming Aquatic Safety Courses Offer Essential Skills for Participants
The Manatee County Public Safety Department is offering Lifeguard Certification Classes at the G.T. Bray Aquatic Center, located at 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton. These classes provide participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to become certified lifeguards, ensuring they are well-prepared to respond to aquatic emergencies and maintain water safety.
The program includes comprehensive training in water rescue techniques, CPR, first aid, and team-based responses to emergency situations. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an official lifeguard certification essential for employment at pools, waterparks, and other aquatic facilities.
Classes are open to individuals who meet the eligibility requirements, which typically include minimum age restrictions and swimming proficiency tests. If you are interested, you should register early to secure a spot in the upcoming sessions.
For more information or to sign up, email poolinfo@mymanatee.org or visit the Manatee County Public Safety Department's website.
The training sessions will take place over three days each month from January through April. The scheduled dates for each session are as follows:
January Course Dates: Registration closed for this session
Friday, January 24: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 25: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 26: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration closed Thursday, January 16.
February Course Dates:
Friday, February 21: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 22: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, February 23: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration closes Thursday, February 13.
March Course Dates:
Friday, March 28: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 29: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 30: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration closes Thursday, March 20.
April Course Dates:
Friday, April 25: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 26: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 27: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration closes Thursday, April 17.
For more information or to sign up, email poolinfo@mymanatee.org or visit the Manatee County Public Safety Department's website.
