Juneau Pools will offer multiple levels of training for aspiring aquatics instructors in August and September. Courses include American Red Cross-certified Basic Swim Instructor (BSI) and Water Safety Instructor (WSI™) training, available at no cost to those applying for a swim instructor position or to the public at full price. Additionally, a Juneau Pools Parent & Tot lessons instructor training will be offered. These courses are open to any individual interested in teaching classes through Juneau Pools.
Register online by August 11 for Parent & Tot instructor classes or by August 17 for BSI and WSI™ classes.
BSI and WSI™ Instructor Training
The Basic Swim Instructor course trains instructor candidates to teach the fundamental Learn-to-Swim courses including Learn-to-Swim Levels 1-3. BSI candidates are not required to perform advanced swimming strokes and skills such as butterfly, backstroke and diving.
The Water Safety Instructor™ course trains instructor candidates to teach all courses to all age groups, including Learn-to-Swim Levels 4-6. This certification is the gold standard and provides the most comprehensive training for swim instructors. WSI™ candidates must be able to proficiently swim freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.
Both BSI and WSI courses will consist of Zoom classes on September 7, 8, and 9, followed by in-person classes September 11-14. A detailed schedule is available in the Parks & Rec registration catalog.
Each course costs $210. This fee can be waived for individuals who have submitted an application to work as a Juneau Pools swim instructor.
Parent & Tot Lesson Instructor Training
This course trains individuals interested in teaching Parent & Tot aquatics classes at Juneau Pools. Following initial training sessions, student instructors will have the opportunity to lead lessons under the guidance of their trainer.
The course will take place at Dimond Park Aquatic Center August 14-17 and on August 19. A detailed schedule is available in the Parks & Rec registration catalog. This course is free of charge.