PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThe Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol Lifeguard in Training (L.I.T.) program, which began in 2001 with 20 eager participants, has successfully trained children in the skills of water safety. The program now hopes for over 40 participants each summer. Our program stresses overall physical fitness, water safety skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, positive self-esteem and good listening skills. In an educational yet fun environment, the L.I.T.'s learn how to successfully use much of the same equipment that the professional lifeguards use for training and rescues. The L.I.T.'s are trained and supervised by professional lifeguards; many of them have been Harvey Cedars Lifeguards for many years. While competitions are not our primary focus, many of the L.I.T.'s can't wait for the opportunity to test their skills against their L.I.T. counterparts. The Harvey Cedars L.I.T.'s will compete in many local L.I.T. tournaments. Each summer there are L.I.T. tournaments held in our neighboring towns. Harvey Cedars hopes to host our own L.I.T. tournament in the near future. We strive to make it an enjoyable day at the beach for everyone! We hope that all of our L.I.T.'s will stay with us and work as ocean lifeguards on our beaches at the Jersey Shore! Come join "our" team! To receive an admission packet, click here for a PDF form, or please call the Borough Hall at 609-361-6000 x112 or email clerk@harveycedars.org . For questions about the program email HCBPLIT@yahoo.com |
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTSMust be age 12 - 16 years Must be able to swim Must be physically fit Must be able to perform basic exercises Must be able to run short distances in the sand Must register with the Borough of Harvey Cedars |
2008 LIT SESSION |
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July 7, 2008 - August 15, 2008 |
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Meet at the Middlesex Ave. beach in Harvey Cedars |
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PROGRAM FEE$50.00 |