Lifeguard training offered during winter break

DOWNEY - The city of Downey Community Services Department is offering lifeguard certification training during school winter break.The course starts Dec. 22 and is conducted by the American Red Cross. Cost is $140 and includes training book, pocket mask and certification card. Students who complete training will qualify to serve as a non-surf lifeguard. Participants must be at least 15 years old on or before the start of training. Students who finish training will receive certificates of completion in the mail within four weeks. Registration is currently underway at City Hall and the Barbara J. Riley Community and Senior Center. For more information, call (562) 904-7223.

********** Published: December 6, 2012 - Volume 11 - Issue 34