Lifeguard Certification Class
This is Y of the USA YMCA Lifeguard Certification course is an intensive 3-day course led by certified lifeguard instructors. This class provides hands-on experience that prepares students for equipment-based rescues for aquatic environments, accident prevention, and decision-making skills. Training in lifesaving skills such as lifeguarding and CPR presents opportunities for youth to take on greater responsibility for themselves and others.
This YMCA Lifeguard Training Program is an integrated curriculum that successfully trains lifeguards through proven training methods and state-of-the-art lifeguard rescue skills. The course includes lifeguard rescue skills, First Aid, CPR for Professional Rescuers, Emergency Oxygen Support, and Automated External Defibrillation.
After enrollment, if you decide to work at the Y, your certification is FREE.
*You must be 16 by the last day of class to register.
2024
Once you register, you will be emailed with more information for your class.
Items to bring to class:
- Bathing suit (one piece for girls)
- Towel
- Water bottle
- ID
- Whistle with lanyard
- CPR mask Amazon.com : CPR Mask
- ASHI certification completion pages
- Completion of 9 elearning assignments on LCDC
Classes are Friday 4pm-8pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, and Sunday 9am-6pm (unless specified otherwise).