Swimming Pool Updates During COVID 19 Pandemic
At the present time, the Robert I. Bickford Natatorium at Prince George's Community College is closed, due to the COVID 19 pandemic.
The re-opening of our indoor pool will occur in Phase Four of the State of Maryland Plan.
The college is planning for the re-opening and is focusing on: swimming lane use, distance required to keep swimmers apart, locker room sanitation and distance from other people, number of students in the showers, and foot rule for signing in at the front desk.
When the pool opens, students must provide their own floation devices: vests, noodles, and floation belts.
As soon as we receive information concernning a re-opening date, it will be posted on the website. Dates and times for swim classes and aerobics will be announced here, and will be posted in Owl Link. At the present time, the earliest water aerobics and aqua spinning could start is mid October 2021. The "Learn to Swim" program will open later in the fall semester, if it is possible.
For additonal information about swim classes and the "Learn to Swim" program contact Dr. Nancie Park 301-546-8340.
Are you 15 or older and looking for a great summer job or a challenging career? Lifeguarding is the best place to start! Lifeguarding puts you in an exciting position, working as part of a team to help people safely enjoy the water. Through classroom learning and hands-on practice, you'll learn:
- Surveillance skills to help you recognize and prevent injuries
- Rescue skills - in the water and on land
- First aid training and professional rescuer CPR - to help you prepare for any emergency
- Professional lifeguard skills, like interacting with the public and addressing uncooperative patrons
Classes are offered Spring of each year!
How to Register
- View the latest Continuing Education Schedule of Classes.
- See the Index for the course(s) you are interested in.
- Note the class schedule, dates, times and cost.
- Follow the registration directions on the inside front cover of the schedule.
Course Descriptions
SWM-334 - Lifeguard Training
OCC-325 - Swimming Pool Management
OCC-337 - Swimming Pool Management Recer
OCC-407 - Water Safety Instructor Trng
Visit Owl Link to see our course options online.
Contact Information
Dr. Nancie Park
Phone: 301-546-8340
Email: learntoswim@pgcc.edu
or Natatorium Front Desk
Phone: 301-546-0980
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