ON THE GUARD....
NEW YMCA LIFEGUARDING PROGRAM
Being a lifeguard can be a very challenging and rewarding job. The purpose of this class is to teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. This class will certify you in YMCA Lifeguarding and the American Health and Safety Institute Basic First Aid, CPR PRO/AED, and Emergency Oxygen.
Class Prerequisites
The following prerequisites must be met prior to attending the course:
• Minimum age: 16 years old by the last day of the scheduled course
• Under the age of 18 must have parental consent to participate in the course.
Phase 1
Tread water for 2 minutes (legs only)
Swim 100 yards of front crawl
Phase 2
Swim 50 yards of each:
1. Front crawl with the head up
2. Sidestroke
3. Breaststroke
4. Breaststroke with the head up
5. Elementary backstroke kick with hands on the chest
Perform a feet first surface dive in 8 to 10 feet of water (or maximum depth of training facility). Then swim underwater for 15 feet.
Phase 3
Participants will start in the water at the shallow end and perform the following:
Sprint for a distance of approximately 60 feet and then perform an arm-over-arm surface dive in 8 to 10 feet of water (or maximum depth of training facility).
Pick up an object (dive ring) from the bottom of the pool, surface and tread water for at least 1 minute with legs only, and then replace the object back on the bottom of the pool where it was found.
Surface and swim the remaining length to the end of the pool and hoist yourself out of water without using a ladder or other assistance.
Immediately begin compression on an adult manikin for 1 minute or 100 compressions; stand and listen to directions from instructor.
Cost
$70 non refundable deposit due at time of registration
$150 Due on the 2nd day of class
Please note that some branches will still offer the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training classes.
Click on the branch location that is closest to you for specific class dates and times.
Alabaster
Pelham
Greystone
Shades Valley
Hoover
Trussville
Mountain Brook
Vestavia
Downtown