GASTON and COMPUTECH students, are you ready for

Junior
Lifeguard
Academy

an awesome opportunity to:
improve your swimming
learn lifesaving techniques and CPR
get active
become part of our amazing Aquatics program
have TONS of FUN!!

Main Session

Monday, Jan 13
Wednesday, Jan 15
Friday, Jan 17

Wednesday, Jan 22
Friday, Jan 24

Monday, Jan 27
Wednesday, Jan 29
Friday, Jan 31

Monday, Feb 3
Wednesday, Feb 5
Friday, Feb 7

Wednesday, Feb 12
Friday, Feb 14 (party, awards)

 COMPUTECH and GASTON Middle School
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD ACADEMY

At the Edison Swimming Pool, buses provided.
(Gaston students will meet at the After School Program,
Computech Students behind the Gym)
Pickup at 4:45 PM at the Edison Pool, or take the 4:40 Activity Bus (routes)

Questions? Text: (559) 340-8265‬ or email edward.vinson@fresnounified.org 

Main Session

Monday, Jan 13
Wednesday, Jan 15
Friday, Jan 17

Wednesday, Jan 22
Friday, Jan 24

Monday, Jan 27
Wednesday, Jan 29
Friday, Jan 31

Monday, Feb 3
Wednesday, Feb 5
Friday, Feb 7

Wednesday, Feb 12
Friday, Feb 14 (party, awards)

Swim Team season for Gaston & Computech (in CVAL League)
practice starts Tuesday, Feb 18 (daily except for Early Release Tuesdays)

Sign Up - STEP ONE (Register)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who runs and supervises the program?
This program is planned, run, and supervised by Computech and Gaston teachers and Aquatics Coaches Mr. Vinson and Mr. Bernyk. High school students with Lifeguard certification help facilitie teams and activities.

Can you tell me about safety?
Safety is our primary concern. Please contact either of us if you have any questions about safety. The in-water sessions are held at the Edison High School Pool, just north of Computech's Gym. 

How much does the program cost?
The entire program is funded by Gaston and Computech, and as such, there is no cost to your family. 

What is the time for the program each day?
The program starts immediately after school. Students will be dismissed in time to change and catch the 4:40 Edison Activity bus routes, be picked up, or return to the Computech ASES program. 

Can my parent pick me up after the program is over each day?
Yes. Adults approved to pick you up can do so up from the Edison Pool at 4:45 PM. There is no return to Gaston.

What are the Learning Objectives of this course?

> Describe the importance of training for future lifeguards

> Explain the reason for rules and regulations at aquatic facilities

> Develop swimming skills and in-water rescue skills

> Demonstrate how to use rescue equipment safely and effectively

> Develop leadership and team work

> Explain the characteristics of distressed and drowning victims

> Explain the importance of emergency action plans

> Introduce first aid, CPR, and AED knowledge and skills


Other questions? Please text (559) 340-8265‬ or email edward.vinson@fresnounified.org

Meet the coaches

Boys' Coach

Edward Vinson
edward.vinson@fresnounified.org
Gaston Room 101

Girls' Coach

Andrew Bernyk
andrew.bernyk@fresnounified.org
Computech Room 82/ Boys' PE

Sign Up - STEP TWO (Paperwork)

Make sure to bring the packet of paperwork to your school's coach
(Computech- Bernyk in Room 82 or Gaston- Vinson in Room 101)

Sign Up - STEP THREE
Show up on Junior Lifeguarding days & invite a friend!

Connect with your coach by TEAMS Chat, E-Mail, or In Person.
Gaston students will head to Mr. Vinson in room 101.
Computech students will meet behind the Gym immediately after school at 3:20

ALL STUDENTS WILL BE PICKED UP FROM EDISON POOL at 4:45 PM
TAKE THE EDISON ROUTE 4:40 BUS ROUTES
OR RETURN TO THE COMPUTECH AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Boys- Coach Edward Vinson, Gaston 101, edward.vinson@fresnounified.org
Girls- Coach Andrew Bernyk, Computech 82 or Boys PE, andrew.bernyk@fresnounified.org