(PHOENIX) July 16, 2010- The best lifeguards in the state face-off at the 30th Ultimate Lifeguard Challenge at Tempe Kiwanis Recreation Center on Sunday, July 18 from 6:15 – 10:00 p.m.

The event promises to be a high energy skills test. Male, female and co-ed teams will compete in five categories including a rescue tube relay, submerged object rescue and active victim rescue. Red Cross lifeguards use these methods to save lives at neighborhood pools and water parks across the state.

152 people participated last year. This year’s goal is 200. Registration fee is reduced thanks to a sponsorship by the University of Phoenix.

### About the University of Phoenix University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help students balance education and life in a rapidly changing world. Through flexible schedules, challenging courses and interactive learning, students achieve personal and career aspirations without putting their lives on hold. As of May 31, 2008, 345,300 students were enrolled at University of Phoenix, the largest private university in North America. University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, offering associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the U.S. as well as online throughout the world. ###About the American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter The Grand Canyon Chapter of the American Red Cross is where people in Arizona come together to help each other every day. The volunteer-led organization serves more than 4.4 million people in communities across Apache, Coconino, Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Pinal, Yavapai and Yuma counties. Red Cross volunteers provide disaster relief to their neighbors affected by disasters, emergency assistance to members of the Armed Forces, preparedness and safety education to families and businesses, and international communications assistance for refugees. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on the generosity of our Arizona neighbors in the forms of time, money, and blood to do its work. To make a financial donation, enroll for a lifesaving skills course, register to volunteer, request disaster assistance or Armed Forces emergency assistance, contact your local American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter by visiting www.arizonaredcross.org or calling (602) 336-6660. To give blood, visit www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE LIFE.