The camp provides hands-on training in essential water safety and rescue techniques at select Chicago beaches, preparing participants for potential future lifeguard roles.
The Junior Lifeguards Camp is an aquatic sports camp offered by the Chicago Park District, designed to teach participants essential water safety skills and prepare them to become future lifeguards. The program focuses on practical skills such as rowing a boat, paddling a rescue board, and performing various water rescue techniques. Participants will also engage in beach safety practices and beach games and activities. The camp aims to develop strong swimming abilities and a sense of responsibility in and around the water. Daily activities include warm-ups, runs (distances vary by age), and dedicated time for swimming, paddling, and rowing instruction. The camp emphasizes good sportsmanship, citizenship, and adherence to safety guidelines.
A typical day includes warm-ups, a run (distance varies by age), and dedicated time for swimming, paddling, rowing, basic water rescue, and beach safety, interspersed with beach games and activities.
This camp is best for middle school-aged children (8-15) who are already proficient swimmers and aspire to learn life-saving water safety skills and potentially become future lifeguards.
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