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The Student Recreation Center will close on Saturday, May 4th, and remain closed until Sunday, May 12th due to Annual Maintenance Week.
The Downtown Fitness Center will remain open and close for the summer starting Monday, May 13th. 
For more information, please visit our Facility Impacts page

American Red Cross Lifeguard Review

A Campus Rec lifeguard looks on as patrons swim in the lap pool. These courses are intended for currently certified lifeguards with valid certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or those who have not expired by more than 30 days. This recertification option is for currently certified lifeguards to review skills including water rescues, CPR/AED and first aid skills. Individuals who complete the course will receive a two year American Red Cross certificate in Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED.

Prerequisites

  • Provide proof of valid Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
  • Pass the following swim test on the day of class: 
    • 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke
    • 2-minute tread using legs only
    • Retrieve a 10lb dive weight from 7 ft deep, surface and swim 20 yds with the weight, using legs only and exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds

Dates

TBD

Location

WVU Student Recreation Center Pool
2001 Recreation Center Drive
Morgantown WV, 26505

Price

$75 WVU Student/Member
$125 Public

Registration

No registration information available.

Contact aquaticprograms@mail.wvu.edu with questions about the American Cross Lifeguard Review course.