Leonardtown, MD – Recreation and Parks will hold a lifeguard training course at the Great Mills Pool. Participants will learn how to effectively prevent and respond to water emergencies with
American Red Cross lifeguard training.

The course is designed to arm you with the skills and knowledge to prepare for a variety of scenarios in and around the water. With lifeguard training, you will learn how quick response times and effective preparation are vital to being a lifeguard while also understanding the crucial elements in helping to prevent drownings and injuries. Individuals are required to attend,
complete and pass the course to be certified.

Monday, March 26 – Friday, March 30
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$170 per person
Great Mills Pool in Great Mills

Registration is now open. To register online go to www.stmarysmd.com/recreate. In person registration is available at the Great Mills Pool or the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown. Individuals can also mail-in their registration. All registrants must be 16 years of age or older.

Participants will also be required to take a pre-swim test on March 24, from 10 – 11 a.m. at the pool.

For more information, call the Great Mills pool at 301-866-6560 or email Gary Reed at gary.reed@stmarysmd.com.