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OP aquatics offers new swim program

(March 26, 2015) Take a dip in the pool after school with Ocean Pines aquatics’ newest swim program.
The After-School Family Fun Swim will run every Tuesday and Thursday through May 14 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Sports Core Pool located at 11143 Cathell Road in Ocean Pines.
The cost for children ages 5-15 is $2 for Ocean Pines residents and $3 for non-residents. The adult rate is $3 for residents and $4 for non-residents. Admission is free for children ages 4 and under and for non-swimming adults.
For children who are interested in keeping other swimmers safe, Ocean Pines Aquatics will offer two lifeguarding training opportunities at the Sports Core Pool.
A four-session Red Cross lifeguarding class will be offered March 27-29 and April 3.  This course will provide the training for individuals to become American Red Cross-certified lifeguards.  
The fee is $275 for residents and $325 for non-residents. Class graduates may qualify for a full tuition waiver if employed by Ocean Pines Aquatics. To register, call the Sports Core at 410-641-5255.
Ocean Pines Aquatics will also host a one-day junior lifeguard program on Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants ages 8 and up will learn lifeguarding skills, play games, visit the local fire department and take part in other activities.
The cost of the program is $75 per person, which includes a T-shirt, whistle, first aid kit and lunch. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  To register, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052 or the Sports Core.  
For more information about any of these programs contact the Ocean Pines Aquatics Department at 410-641-5255.  Information regarding additional Ocean Pines aquatics programs, including an online version of the Ocean Pines Winter 2015 Activity Guide, is available at www.OceanPines.org.