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Lifeguard Training Courses

Lifeguard Training Courses
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Lifeguard Training Courses

Ages 15 - 98•Coed
$300
Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 6, 2026
Nir Family YMCA

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Training is designed to provide participants the knowledge and skills necessary to be a lifeguard and professional rescuer. Our training course includes lifeguard training, CPR for the professional rescuer and first aid training. This Lifeguard certification is for pools up to 6-feet in depth or deep water. Scroll to the bottom of this section for more information about prerequisites, program costs, and course formatting. Must attend all class dates. Females must wear a one-piece swimsuit. Participants are in the water for an extended time. It is recommended to have a rashguard shirt and extra towels. Please bring a lunch, water, and snacks.

Sessions

Shallow Water Lifeguard Course - December

Friday December 4th: 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Nir Family YMCA Prerequisite swim test, Intro to lifeguarding, water skills Saturday December 5th: 8am-5pm Nir Family YMCA CPR and Water Skills Sunday December 6th: 8am-5pm Robert Strange Pool Water skills / water skills testing and final written exam

Dec 4 - Dec 6, 2026
$300 10 spots Fall 2026