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Anyone for the Waterfront??

Each year we run sports courses in association with our partners to let you gain qualifications which will enhance your application and let you get the coolest jobs on camp!

Lifeguard Courses:

Camp America offers people in the United Kingdon the opportunity to take a course to become a qualified American Red Cross Lifeguard. Within this section you will find all the information about the ARC course. Before you look at the course in detail, take a look at some general facts about the programme offered. Please note that while taking the course enhances your application it does not mean you will be guaranteed a placement.

Fees
The cost of the Lifeguard course is £120 for 2010

After Camp Lifeguard Payment Rates
18-20 year old ARC Lifeguard $900
21+ year old ARC Lifeguard $1000

Course Information:

London - Thornton Heath Leisure Centre starting Sunday 11th April ending Thursday 15th April

Manchester - Manchester Aquatics Centre starting Friday 5th march - 7th March and Friday 2nd April - 4th April (Easter Weekend)

For more information please email Donna Perryman campamericacourse@btinternet.com

Want to Apply for an ARC Course?

Why should I take an American Red Cross course?

The American Red Cross qualifications are recognised and accepted throughout the 50 U.S. states as sufficient certification to work at a camp waterfront. You would therefore hold certification, and possess skills that are in high demand. For this reason, upon passing a course, Camp America will guarantee you a place in a summer camp, and your pocket money will be increased to reflect the demand of your qualification.

Do I need any qualifications to take one of these courses?

The answer is No. You do not need any previous lifeguard or swimming certifications to take an ARC course. You should simply be a strong swimmer, meet pre-swimming requirements and have a desire to improve your skills. However, it is certainly to your advantage if you do hold a qualification such as the Bronze Medallion, as this course teaches similar aspects of water safety and lifeguarding techniques.

Are the courses difficult?

The difficulty of the courses really depends on your skills as a swimmer and your ability to learn and retain information. Both courses are challenging and demand a lot of time and energy. They are held either over two weekends (6 days) or during holiday time (5 days), and there is a great deal of time spent in the pool as well as tests before and after the start of the course. Although these are demanding courses, approximately 95% of last year's applicants passed.

Each day before commencing the pool part of the courses participants will be expected to swim in order to warm up and prepare themselves for the session.

For any further enquiries concerning courses please email Donna Perryman at campamericacourse@btinternet.com