Guards continue their training by participating in 6 hours of in-service each month and practice CPR and rescue breathing techniques each time they come in for a shift. Ellis audits our lifeguards 3 times per year, unannounced, to access the quality of our program and give feedback to our management staff. Each season the Bartlett Park District offers an opportunity for aspiring lifeguards to take part in the Ellis certification program. This course includes advanced swimmer lifeguard rescues, CPR, and first aid. Completion of this course does not guarantee employment with the Bartlett Park District.
Aquacising Classes are available during the year for swimmers and non-swimmers alike.
The Outdoor Aquatic Center offers opportunities to participate in recreational sand volleyball leagues or pick up games. A league is available for adults and drop in play is available for grades 7 - 12 on Fridays throughout the summer season. Pick up games may be played during regular Aquatic Center hours. The Bartlett Park District Swim Team offers an opportunity for swimmers to improve their strokes, practice good sportsmanship, learn self-discipline, work as a team, and work on goal setting. Practices are in the early mornings with meets on evenings or Saturdays.