Lifeguard Certification

 
 

Become whistle worthy and join us for our Lifeguard Certification Course! This is a hybrid class with both online and in person learning. Upon completion participants will be Red Cross Certified Lifeguards.

Next Session: TBD

$180 for Y Household Members | $200 for Y Members | $250 Community Members

    • Swim 300 yards, continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.

    • Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits.

    • Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:

      • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Swim goggles are not allowed.

      • Surface dive, feet-first or headfirst, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.

      • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath.

      • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps

COME WORK FOR THE Y!

Want to put your Lifeguard Certification to use? Join the Y team!

The Y will reimburse the class expense after 6 months of employment at the Y!