The 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 in aquatic environments, accident prevention, and decision-making skills. Training in lifesaving skills such as lifeguarding and CPR present opportunities for youth to take on greater responsibility for themselves and others.

The Lifeguard Training Program is a single, 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. 

Contact Lindsey Alexander for more information at [email protected].