Lifeguard Classes
The YMCA offers a full American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course that includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer, first aid, administering emergency oxygen, equipment-based rescues for aquatic environments, accident prevention and decision-making skills.
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION TRAININGS
Participants must be 15 years old by the end of the class. Online prework, attendance, full participation, successful completion of written tests and performance of all water skills are required.
If you’re interested in working as a lifeguard for the YMCA, training may be available at no cost to you. Contact our branch aquatics directors for additional information.
2024 Sessions
Session 1 | 3/18-3/22 | 4:00pm-8:00pm
Session 2 | 3/25-3/29 | 4:00pm-8:00pm
Session 3 | 4/1-4/5 | 10:00am-2:00pm
Session 4 | 4/1-4/5 | 4:00pm-8:00pm
Session 5 | 4/12-4/14 | Fri 4:00pm-8:00pm
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm
Session 6 | 4/22-4/26 | 4:00pm-8:00pm
Session 7 | 5/3-5/5 | Fri 4:00pm-8:00pm
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm
Session 8 | 5/6-5/10 | 4:00pm-8:00pm
Session 9 | 5/17-5/19 | 4:00pm-8:00pm
Session 10 | 6/3-6/5 | 10:00am-6:00pm
Session 11 | 6/10-6/12 | 10:00am-6:00pm
Class Details
his course is the American Red Cross Lifeguarding class, with certification for CPR, AED for the Professional Rescuer, valid for two years. You must be 15 years old by the last scheduled day of class.
The Lifeguard Certification class is a blended learning course that combines online learning with in-person skills. Please plan to complete all eLearning modules at least two days prior to your first in-person skills session. You will be emailed a link after registration.
Cost
Members: $289
Non Members: $364
Waterfront with emergency oxygen administration: $80
Emergency oxygen: $25
*Including a $75 non refundable fee for anyone not able to pass the in water pre test.