Certification Training courses are offered to students, faculty/staff, and community members and are conducted by American Red Cross certified instructors. Participants must be at least 15 years old.
Lifeguarding Blended Course
The American Red Cross blended learning lifeguarding course prepares you to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies in and around the water. The eLearning portion of this class is scenario based and introduces you to the skills that yare practiced and mastered during the in-person skill sessions. Allow approximately 7 hours to complete the eLearning portion, including the final eLearning exam. All participants must complete the eLearning portion and present proof of completion to enter the in-person skill sessions at the Student Recreation Center.
Course Prerequisites: 300 yard swim, 2 minute water tread, and brick test. (Goggles may be used for the 300 yard swim, but not for the brick test)
The American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is valid for 2 years. Pocket mask is included with the course. Women must wear a one-piece suit, and men must wear draw string swim trunks.
October 7 and October 8: 10 AM - 6 PM | Must attend both sessions for certification.
SRC Conference Room and Pools
Cost:
BGSU Student or SRC Member: $275
Non-Member: $350
Lifeguard Review Course
October 13: 8 AM - 4 PM
SRC Conference Room and Pools
Cost:
BGSU Student or SRC Member: $129.00
Non-Member: $149.00
First Aid and CPR Blended Course
This is a blended learning course featuring online 2 simulation learnings, which combines web-based learning with an in-class skills session to help prepare you to respond to real-life emergencies. The online portions may take around 3-4 hours to complete and must be completed before the in-class session. Participants must bring a printed out certificate of completion of both online portions in order to be admitted to the in-class session of the class.
Friday, September 6: 4 - 8 PM
Sunday, October 13: 8 AM - Noon
Cost:
BGSU Student or SRC Member: $99
Non-Member: $119
Registration and payment must be completed by the Monday before the class begins. Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment.
Register in person at the Student Recreation Center Welcome Desk, by calling 419.372.2000, or register online at myrec.bgsu.edu
FOR MORE INFORMATION
aquatics@bgsu.edu | 419.372.7482
https://www.bgsu.edu/recwell/aquatics/certifications-training.html
Student Rec Center membership includes access to amazing amenities including an Olympic and warm water pool, sauna and hot tub, multi-purpose activity courts, climbing wall, weight and cardio equipment and an indoor tack.
Pricing:
Individual: $24.99
Add Dependent: $10
Available Sunday, Oct. 1 - Tuesday, Oct. 31.
Valid for 30 days from date of purchase.
For More Information:
Julia Adams, Membership Coordinator
419-372-7485 | jthatch@bgsu.edu
bgsu.edu/recwell
Looking for more opportunities to join one or more of the 300+ student organizations here at BGSU? Different student organizations will be coming to Residence Halls all over campus!
Have questions? Reach out to engage@bgsu.edu
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Weeks of Welcome
Aug. 21-Oct.4| This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own ultimate BGSU experience. Visit the WOW homepage to find all of the festivities!
Learn to Skate lessons offered to ages three through adult, including beginner to advanced skill levels.
Programming introduces the wide range of skating opportunities from figure skating and hockey to recreational skating.
Additional opportunities available based on skating skill and interest. Sport helmet required. Must be provided by the participant.
Fall I Classes
• Sept. 7 – Oct. 16
• Ages 3 – Adult; Beginner – Advanced classes
• Classes offered Saturday, Sunday, Mondays
• Class time based on age and skill level
• 30-minute class on the Multi-Purpose ice
• $78.00, 6-weeks
• Includes rental skates and 6 complementary Public Skate admissions
• Additional classes for Basic 3 and above held on Wednesday evenings
Fall II Classes: Oct. 19 – Dec. 4
Register for classes
For more information, contact Laura Fischer or the Newlove Pro Shop at dunnle@bgsu.edu or 419-372-2264.
As part of the Orchard Guitar Festival, the guitar ensembles will present a concert. This event is free and open to the public.
PROGRAM LINK
The full schedule of events for the festival can be accessed at BGSU.edu/GuitarFestival.
Jonathan Kreisberg, guest for the Orchard Guitar Festival, will be giving a free clinic at 5 p.m.
The full schedule of events for the festival can be accessed at BGSU.edu/GuitarFestival.
Jonathan Kreisberg, guest for the Orchard Guitar Festival, will be giving a concert with his quartet. This concert is $10 and can be purchased here. Free admission for BGSU students with ID card at the door.
Jonathan Kreisberg, guitar
Martin Bejerano, piano
Joe Martin, bass
Colin Stranhan, drums
PROGRAM LINK
The full schedule of events for the festival can be accessed at BGSU.edu/GuitarFestival.