HOW TO REGISTER?
Registration can be done at the front desk or online.
- To register online, go here.
- You will need to log in or create an account to see what classes are available.
- The easiest way to find the Lifeguard classes is to type "Lifeguard" into the search box.
- The classes will come up, pick the ones that you can attend and then finish out the registration process.
** The NSYMCA’s 3% associated fee for all program registrations is calculated into the cost for all Lifeguard courses. This fee is non-refundable when registering online.
Refund Policy/Transfer Policy
-All Red Cross courses will be issued a NSYMCA voucher only if a withdrawal request is received 14 days before the course begins. There are no vouchers given on Red Cross fees.
-If the first day of class has begun there will be NO REFUNDS for any reason.
-Blended Learning fees for the online modules are paid directly to the Red Cross by the NSYMCA and cannot be refunded or transferred. If a participant has begun the online course modules and transfers courses, the Blended Learning fees must be paid again by the participant for the new course.
-Participants may transfer to a future course for a $50 fee, if a space available and request is received 7 days before current registered class begins.
-NSYMCA Vouchers may be used towards future courses or programs and expire within 1 year.
-Participants who do not pass the prerequisites will be issued a NSYMCA voucher minus a fee based on when the course begins.
-Training Refund/Transfer Policy differs from the NSYMCA's Refund and Credit Policy for Programs
Lifeguard Blended Learning Class
Learn the skills and knowledge required to become an American Red Cross lifeguard, including how to recognize, prevent and respond quickly to aquatic emergencies. Learn CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid. This course incorporates in-person, in-water, and online components.
The r.24 Lifeguard Blended Learning courses are approximately 22 hours in-person and 6 hours of blended learning online content that must be done prior to class.
Cost: $257.50 for NSYMCA Member/ $293.55 for NM
PRE-COURSE SWIM TEST-must be done prior to first class
- You must be at least 15 years of age for Lifeguarding before the last day of the training class to participate.
- Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.
- Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs, no arms
- Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both
- Brick Test – Complete in 1 minute, 40 seconds- Swim 20 yards, surface dive to 7ft, retrieve a 10-pound brick at the bottom of the pool, return to the surface, swim on the back holding a brick to starting position, and exit the water.(
Swim goggles not allowed)
Registration is open for the following classes:
- LG 5 - Fri 5/3 5-9pm, Sat 5/4 9-7pm & Sun 5/5 9-5pm
- LG 6 - Fri 5/24 4-8pm, Sat 5/25 9-7pm & Sun 5/26 9-5pm
Upcoming Class
All upcoming class dates are subject to change.
Lifeguard Recertification Class
Review the skills and knowledge including how to recognize, prevent and respond quickly to aquatic emergencies. Including CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid. This course incorporates in-person, in-water, and online components.
The r.24 Lifeguard Recertification courses are approximately 10 hours of in-person plus blended learning online content will be required.
Participants must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or recently expired certification within 30 days.
Cost: $154.50 for NSYMCA Member/ $169.95 for NM
Requirements & Pre-Course Swim Test
- Must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or recently expired certification within 30 days.
- Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
- Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed)
- Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs, no arms
- Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both
- Brick Test – Complete in 1 minute, 40 seconds- Swim 20 yards, surface dive to 7ft, retrieve a 10-pound brick at the bottom of the pool, return to the surface, swim on the back holding a brick to starting position, and exit the water. (Swim goggles not allowed)
Registration is open for the following classes:
- LGR 3 -Fri 5/24 4-7pm & Sat 5/25 9-7pm
Upcoming Class
All class dates are subject to change.
Lifeguard Instructor Class
The Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Course provides training for becoming a certified Lifeguard Instructor. Candidates must have prior experience as a Red Cross Lifeguard with a current lifeguard certification. This program is designed to teach candidates how to present the information using Red Cross guidelines and all course information so, candidates must have a good working knowledge of the Lifeguard Program to successfully complete this course. This program is not designed to teach candidates any part of the lifeguard program or certify them as Lifeguards.
The r.24 Lifeguard Instructor courses are approximately 16 hours in-person with an additional 2 hours of blended learning online. Participants must complete the 6 hours of blended learning online content for the basic-level r.24 Lifeguarding course. There is optional LG session add on to receive the new r.24 LG certification.
Cost: $309 for NSYMCA Member/ $365.50 for NM
Requirements
- Be at least 17 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course.
- Possess a current basic-level certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid. (Note: r.17 Lifeguarding certification accepted)
- Successfully complete the online session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course prior to the precourse session.
- Successfully complete the prerequisite skill assessment scenario to continue in the course. The prerequisite skill assessment scenario evaluates the following skills: Entry - Swimming approach - Surface dive in deep water - Passive submerged rescue - Rapid extrication - Rapid assessment - Single-rescuer CPR (3 minutes)
Registration is open for the following classes:
- April LGI Class - Tues 4/30 9-4pm, Wed 5/1 9-4pm & Thur 5/2 9-4pm
- Class is full, accepting waitlist
- May LGI Class - Fri 5/10 4:30-9pm, Sat 5/11 9-7pm & Sun 5/12 9-2pm
Upcoming Classes
Lifeguard Instructor Recertification Course
This in-person Instructor recertification course is the required course for all Lifeguarding Instructors to re-certify. During this course Lifeguarding Instructors and Instructor Trainers will participate in an in-water practice and polish skills session in addition to a classroom-based review of Red Cross administrative policies and procedures.
The r. 24 LGI/T Review class are approximately 6.5 hours in-person plus the course online blended learning. Participants must complete the 6 hours of blended learning online content for the basic-level r.24 Lifeguarding course. There is optional LG session add on to receive the new r.24 LG certification.
Cost: $154.50 for NSYMCA Member/ $169.95 for NM
Requirements
- Must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor/Trainer Certification
Upcoming Classes
- Classes to be scheduled
The r. 24 Lifeguarding Manual, available in print or digitally. Options listed below.
- Lifeguard Manual eBook-directions on our website
https://www.nsymca.org/programs-classes/aquatics/lifeguard-training
- Purchase Lifeguard Manual-online or from YMCA
- Online-$34.95 + shipping
https://www.redcross.org/store/american-red-cross-lifeguarding-manual/755740.html
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- $36 purchased from YMCA-purchased online or at front desk.
- Lifeguard manuals available for borrowing during class; limited quantity.
- For manual borrowing, email, email [email protected]
Blended learning courses combine online sessions with in-person sessions led by Red Cross certified Lifeguarding instructors. Although participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in instructor-led courses, the in-person course time is reduced.
The self-paced online sessions cover essential lifeguarding concepts and skills. Participants acquire and apply knowledge through a variety of interactive elements, including video demonstrations, infographics, quizzes, exploratory learning activities and scenarios. The online sessions introduce participants to the skills they will practice and master during the in-person sessions.
The online course content (16 modules) is designed to be completed in approximately 6 hours, with each module taking between 15 and 30 minutes to complete. You may require more or less time to complete each module. The online work takes 6-7 hours so do not wait until the last minute to complete.
Completion of all online course modules must be completed prior to the first in-person class.
The prerequisite swimming skills evaluation is designed to assess the participant’s strength, breath control, and comfort in the water and to confirm that the participant has the physical ability to successfully participate in the Lifeguard training. Failure to have attained the necessary skill level could pose a safety threat to the participant and to others in the class.
To successfully complete a course in the Lifeguarding program, the participant must:
- Complete all online course content in advance of the corresponding in-person skill sessions
- Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
- Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during skill practices, skill drills, activities and scenarios.
- Demonstrate proficiency in all skills.
- Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
- Pass the final skill assessments.
Copies of all Red Cross certifications can be found on the Red Cross website on the Find my Certification page.
https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate
Certifications will be processed within 10 days and be emailed to participants from the Red Cross as they do not come from the YMCA. Certifications will be sent to the email address associate with the online blended learning account that was given during class. Please check your spam if you do not receive your certification.
Refund Policy/Transfer Policy
All Red Cross courses (Lifeguarding, First Aid/CPR, Babysitting, etc.) will be issued a NSYMCA voucher only if a withdrawal request is received 14 days before the course begins. There are no vouchers given on Red Cross fees. If the first day of class has begun there will be NO REFUNDS for any reason.
-Blended Learning fees for the online modules are paid directly to the Red Cross by the NSYMCA and cannot be refunded or transferred. If a participant has begun the online course modules and transfers courses, the Blended Learning fees must be paid again by the participant for the new course.
-Participants may transfer to a future course for a $50 fee, if a space available and request is received 7 days before current registered class begins.
-NSYMCA Vouchers may be used towards future courses or programs and expire within 1 year.
-Participants who do not pass the prerequisites will be issued a NSYMCA voucher minus a fee based on when the course begins.
- 15+ days of class a NSYMCA voucher minus a $50 fee.
- 14-1 days of class a NSYMCA voucher minus a $75 fee.
- No refunds for students who fails the prerequisites the day of class.
-Training Refund/Transfer Policy differs from the NSYMCA's Refund and Credit Policy for Programs
Attendance is required for all days and times. There are no make-ups classes available, if you miss any part of the class you must re-register for another lifeguard class.
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED & Babysitting may be available. Contact Missy Contri at [email protected] for more information.