2025 – Water Rescue Technition
🌊 Water Rescue Technician (WRT) Course
Hosted by Peninsula Township Fire Department, please reach out directly to them with any questions.
The **Peninsula Township Fire Department** is hosting a Water Rescue Technician course instructed by certified in-house instructors. This 2-day course meets/exceeds **NFPA 1670 & NFPA 1006 Standards** for Technical Rescue.
Attendees will gain the knowledge and skills to perform safe, efficient, and effective rescues in various water environments.
This fast-paced course will train attendees to:
- Understand the anatomy of water incidents
- Execute rescue methods in dynamic conditions
- Apply safety procedures for rescuers and victims
- Build teamwork, awareness, and decisive action for dynamic scenarios
Lunch and Snacks will be Provided Both Days!
| Dates & Times |
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026: 0700-1700 Thursday, January 8th, 2026: 0700-1700 |
|---|---|
| Location | Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, 3700 West Sliver Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684 |
| Class Cost | $425 Per Person |
| Mandatory Requirement | Must be **Sponsored by a Fire Department, Rescue Squad, etc.** |
| Registration Link | Click Here to Register |
Coordinator & Contact
Lieutenant Kyle Sarber
Email (preferred): ksarber@peninsulafire.org
Phone: (231) 360-1830