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PADI Open Water SCUBA Course

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PADI Open Water SCUBA course in the SDC dive tank

Registration for the next Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Open Water SCUBA Course opens tomorrow, Friday (February 10) at 8 a.m.!

The course is conducted over two weekends and includes:

  • Ten hours of academic instruction (some coursework to be completed independently),
  • Ten hours of confined water training (SDC Pool), and
  • Four certification dives in Lake Superior (Marquette).

Upon registration, students will be given all required reading material and paperwork to complete prior to the start of the course. Students must be 18 years old and be able to swim 200 yards comfortably.

Course Dates and Times:

  • Friday, March 24 — 5-10 p.m., SDC
  • Saturday, March 25 — 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., SDC
  • Sunday, March 26 — 8 a.m. to noon, SDC
  • Saturday and Sunday, April 15-16, or Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23 — Open Dives in Marquette (exact location and time TBA)

Cost is $575 per person (includes all instruction, fees and training materials). The deadline to register is March 17.

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course

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Earn your American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification in this 3-day intensive training course located at the Michigan Tech SDC Pool. The certification includes Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certifications and all training materials. All participants must be 15 years of age or older by the first date of the course (documentation required). Required water skills include the ability to swim 300 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes, and complete a timed event in which participants retrieve a 10-pound brick from a depth of 7-10 feet and swim 20 yards with the object. Online training prerequisites must be completed by the first day of classroom instruction. The instructor will contact class participants with online course information and directions. Class size is limited.

  • Friday, January 6, 4:00-8:00pm
  • Saturday, January 7, 8:00am-6:00pm
  • Sunday, January 8, 8:00am-6:00pm

Registration is open, closes December 29, 11:59pm.

$200 per participant

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Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics – Registration for Session 3 Closes Friday, Nov. 4

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Stay active with our Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics Programs. Registration for the third session of Adult Aquatics Programs closes this Friday, November 4. Learn more about each of these programs below.

Session 3 dates: Nov. 8, 10, 15, 17, 29; Dec. 1, 6, 8

Registration closes Nov. 4, 11:59 p.m.

Adult Huskies Swim Training provides additional attention and competitive guidance to swimmers ages 18 and older who are looking to improve their swimming skills and fitness levels in a group setting. Each session is programmed with a warm-up and variations of a workout for the beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmer. Participants will be provided coaching and guidance to meet their individual swimming goals!

Class day/time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-5:50 p.m.

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons provides aquatic education for the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is looking to become more comfortable in the water and learn the four fundamental strokes.

Class day/time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-5:50 p.m.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to stay active this fall with Adult Aquatics Programs! Register today!

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Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics – Registration for Session 2 Closes October 7

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Stay active with our Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics Programs. Registration for the second session of Adult Aquatics Programs closes Friday, October 7. Learn more about each of these programs below!

Adult Aquatics Programs

Session 1 Dates: September 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, October 4, 6

Session 2 Dates: October 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, November 1, 3
Registration closes October 7, 11:59 pm.

Session 3 Dates: November 8, 10, 15, 17, 29, December 1, 6, 8
Registration closes November 4, 11:59 pm.

Adult Huskies Swim Training

Adult Huskies Swim Training provides additional attention and competitive guidance to swimmers ages 18 and older who are looking to improve their swimming skills and fitness levels in a group setting. Each session is programmed with a warm-up and variations of a workout for the beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmer. Participants will be provided coaching and guidance to meet their individual swimming goals!

Class Day/ Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00-5:50pm

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons provides aquatic education for the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is looking to become more comfortable in the water and learn the fundamental four strokes.

Class Day/ Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00-5:50pm

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to stay active this fall with Adult Aquatics Programs! Register today!

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course August 27-29

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Earn your American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification in this 3-day intensive training course located at the Michigan Tech SDC Pool. The certification includes Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certifications and all training materials. All participants must be 15 years of age or older by the first date of the course (documentation required). Required water skills include the ability to swim 300 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes, and complete a timed event in which participants retrieve a 10 pound brick from a depth of 7-10 feet and swim 20 yards with the object. Online training prerequisites must be completed by the first day of classroom instruction. The instructor will contact class participants with online course information and directions.

  • Friday, August 27, 4:00pm-8:00pm
  • Saturday, August 28, 8:00am-6:00pm
  • Sunday, August 29, 8:00am-5:00pm

Class size is limited. Registration is now open, closes August 20, 11:59pm.

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    American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course May 7-9

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    American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

    Earn your American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification in this 3-day intensive training course located at the Michigan Tech SDC Pool. The certification includes Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certifications and all training materials. All participants must be 15 years of age or older by the first date of the course (documentation required). Required water skills include the ability to swim 300 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes, and complete a timed event in which participants retrieve a 10 pound brick from a depth of 7-10 feet and swim 20 yards with the object. Online training prerequisites must be completed by the first day of classroom instruction. The instructor will contact class participants with online course information and directions.

    Class size is limited. Registration opens April 2, closes April 30.

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