Training Camp of the Erasmus+ Lifesaving Network - Day 1

 

Erasmus+ Lifesaving Network Training Camp - Day 1

Glyfada, Greece 10.06.2026. The Erasmus+ project "Lifesaving Network Sequel Heroes Zone" (Project ID: 101241832) successfully organized an international training camp aimed at educating, engaging, and inspiring young people on important social issues through the unique medium of lifesaving sport.

The training camp brought together participants from Poland, Greece, Serbia, creating a multicultural learning environment where young people developed essential lifesaving knowledge, practical rescue skills, and a strong spirit of international cooperation.

 

 

Throughout the programme, participants received comprehensive training in Basic Life Support including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator use, first aid action for choking emergencies, and recovery position.

 

The practical component of the camp focused on water-based beach lifeguard rescues, enabling participants to develop rescue techniques and decision-making skills in realistic aquatic environments. Another key area of training was Personal Survival at Sea, where participants learned and practiced on safe water entry techniques, correct use of lifejackets, the Heat Escape Lessening Posture (HELP), the Huddle Position and the survival swimming of multiple survivors in shipwrecks.

 In addition, trainees were introduced to different casualty types commonly encountered in aquatic rescue situations, including non-swimmers, Weak swimmers, injured swimmers, unconscious casualties.

The educational activities were delivered by Efraim Chalkias, BEd, assisted by Stathis Avramidis, PhD, representing the Greek Lifesaving Sports Association. Their expertise and practical experience ensured the delivery of high-quality training while promoting the values of lifesaving sport as a powerful educational and social development tool. The participating organizations represented in the training camp were: EduSphera (Serbia), Greek Lifesaving Sports Association (Greece), Beniaminek 3 (Poland).

The training camp took place in the wonderful swimming pool of ANOG club. It further strengthened international cooperation among partner organizations while empowering young people with lifesaving competencies, teamwork skills, and greater social responsibility. Through experiential learning and intercultural exchange, participants became better equipped to contribute positively to their communities and promote safety both in and around water.

 

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