Gwinnett parks and recreation offering free lifeguard training classes

Gwinnett Parks and Recreation is offering free lifeguard training classes this month. (File Photo)

Gwinnett Parks and Recreation is offering free lifeguard training classes this month. (File Photo)

For a limited time, Gwinnett Parks and Recreation is offering free lifeguard training classes to individuals 15 years old and up who are interested in applying for the many part-time opportunities at the county’s year-round aquatic facilities. Pay starts at $9.27 to $15 per hour.

The American Red Cross blended learning course incorporates online learning portions of the course and in-person water, first aid and CPR/AED skills training. December classes start soon at the West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center, 4488 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. in Berkeley Lake.

A prerequisite swim test must be completed before registration. Details and to find additional classes and other aquatic opportunities: www.gwinnettparks.com and browse online registration then aquatics or call 678-407-8801.