Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

Instructor: Naomi Acosta

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
Become certified to teach all levels of Red Cross swimming lessons for children, adults, and individuals with special needs. This 30-hour course combines pool and classroom instruction using video, hands-on practice, and teaching demonstrations.

Participants will learn:
• Class management and lesson planning
• Observation and assessment techniques
• Effective teaching strategies for all ages and abilities

Coursework must be downloaded and viewable on a personal device and brought to class. Additional work outside of scheduled sessions is required.

Requirements:
Must be at least 15 years old by the final day of the course
Must pass a preliminary swimming skills test
Bring a swimsuit, goggles, and towel
Minimum of 6 participants required

Swim Skills Pretest Includes:
25 yards each of: Backstroke, Breaststroke, Freestyle, Elementary Backstroke and Sidestroke
15 yards of Butterfly
1 min. tread water AND 1 min. back float

VIRTUAL DAY (Google Classroom):
SATURDAY, February 28 from 8:00 am-1:00 pm virtual class. 1:00-5:00 pm independent coursework.

IN-PERSON:
Saturday, March 7 • 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Sunday, March 8 • 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Course Location: DCHS Pool and Middle School Classroom (Enter east Performing Arts Center Doors)
Fee: $275
Cancelation/Refund Deadline: February 7

*If you are interested in working/teaching lessons for the Dassel-Cokato High School pool, please connect with krista.cates@dc.k12.mn.us or call 320-286-4120 for more details.