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Swim Workshops are available for girls, ages 8 and up,
to test their swim level skills in order to go canoeing (Red
Cross Level III), sailing (Red Cross Level IV), or other aquatic
activities that may require swim level cards. This would be
a good time for resident campers to get their swim level cards
they need before going to camp this summer. Contact the American
Red Cross for a list of swim level skills.
During the workshops, the girls will have a review of the
skills they need for Red Cross levels III & IV. Once they
have completed the review, they will then be tested at their
swim level. Swimming ability is tested and Red Cross cards
are issued at the end of the workshop based on skill, proficiency,
and endurance of the participant. There is no guarantee that
a girl will earn a particular swim level. She must pass all
of the skills for that swim level.
The Safe Boating Test cards are also offered at the Swim
Workshops. Girl Scouts who want to canoe or sail, must have
taken the Safe Boating Test. If you are planning to take the
Safe Boating Test, be sure to bring a bag for wet clothes,
a spare pair of long pants, shirt, and shoes that can get
wet. The instructor has the right to mark an “Incomplete”
on a Safe Boating Test card, if the participant fails to bring
the above items. |
Prerequisite: Girl Scout MUST be able to swim 25 yards, swim
across the deep end of the pool doing the crawl with rhythmic
breathing, and be able to swim on their back across the deep
end of the pool. ONLY those who can complete the “test”
will be permitted to participate. Where: Kingwood Athletic
Club, 806 Russell Palmer Road
281-358-2308
When: Saturdays, 10 – 1 p.m. or 2 – 5 p.m. 2 sessions
per day (please select one)
Dates: Choose one day August 13, September 18, October 16,
November 20
Min/Max: 5/20
Register: Use Program Registration Form. Please list all participants
on the form.
Cost: $9
Event Code: 10-56-11-6240
Deadline: Three weeks prior to the event
Bring: Permission slip (F-204) and medical form (F-185), swim
suit, towel, and a T-shirt. Make sure your emergency contacts
are available on class day.
Note: Adults should stay at the site as the class may end
early depending on the number of participants.
Questions: Contact Program Department at 713-292-0300. |
Who: Brownies,
Juniors, Cadettes, and Seniors