Ages 16+

Basic

Shore-zone confidence and rip literacy for 16+. Comfortable in a pool or calm water; little open-ocean experience OK.

Mock book Basic

What we cover (draft)

  • Beach briefing and conditions literacy
  • Rip currents 101 — never swim against the rip
  • Flotation, breath, safe entry/exit
  • Buddy system and when to call for help
  • Self-rescue basics (not hero rescues)

DRAFT outline — not a certified curriculum until Jonathan and insurer approve.