CLEVELAND FAMILY YMCA LIFEGUARD CLASSES & MORE

 

Lifeguard Training/Certification

In this course, you will become Red Cross Certified as a lifeguard. It includes both classroom learning and in-water practice so that participants are ready for real life situations upon completion. Individuals must be at least 15 years old.

  • Member Cost:                       $225             
  • Non-Member Cost:               $275              
  • Recertification:                      $150/$175 
  • Contact us for Group Training Rates!
  • *CPR Pro, Emergency Oxygen and First Aid are now included in this class* 

 

PRE-REQUISTES:

  • 200 Yard Swim
    • After first 100 yards, tread water with hands out of water for 2 mins, then swim the last 100 yards
  • Sprint to deep end of pool; retrieve 10-pound item from bottom of pool; swim on your back to the shallow end with weighted item on chest. Weight and face must be kept out of water. Must be done in 1 minute, 45 seconds.
  • 15 years of age (proof of age will be required)

 

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be present at ALL class sessions.
  • Must display maturity and a positive attitude throughout the entire class
  • Must receive 80% or higher on the written tests and 100% on skills test
  • Money will not be refunded for those who do not pass the course.

 

MATERIALS:

  • Photo ID
  • Parent consent form if under 18
  • One piece swim suit, towel, goggles (if desired), class materials, and any other assignments for every class
  • Pre-course assignments (assigned after class registration) 
  • Any other equipment or materials requested by instructor

 

UPCOMING BLENDED COURSES:

*Blended learning courses require online course work to be done prior to first day of class.

 

 

Interested in Certification?

Chelsea Sandidge
Senior Aquatics Director
423.805.3363

 

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