Lifeguard candidates learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. Candidates must attend all classes. Ages 15+ only please.
Participants will receive a welcome letter via email upon or soon after registration. Please be sure your email is up to date so that you receive this letter. The welcome letter contains information about the course as well as a link to the online learning session. Participants must complete this online portion prior to the first on-site session date.
During the first on-site session participants must pass a prerequisite test which includes a 300 swim, a timed brick retrieval test, and a 2-minute tread water. More information about the prerequisite test is located in the welcome letter.
Online portion must be completed before first class. Link to that material will be given after registration.
Candidates MUST attend all class dates.
Dive into our Lifeguard certification course today! This is a blended-learning class. Some of the instruction will take place online and practical training will take place in the pool at our YMCA. Students will be certified with the American Red Cross.
Lifeguard candidates learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. Candidates must attend all classes. Ages 15+ only please.
Participants will receive a welcome letter via email upon or soon after registration. Please be sure your email is up to date so that you receive this letter. The welcome letter contains information about the course as well as a link to the online learning session. Participants must complete this online portion prior to the first on-site session date.
During the first on-site session participants must pass a prerequisite test which includes a 300 swim, a timed brick retrieval test, and a 2-minute tread water. More information about the prerequisite test is located in the welcome letter.
Online portion must be completed before first class. Link to that material will be given after registration.
Candidates MUST attend all class dates.
Monday – Thursday
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday – Thursday
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.
