Red Cross Lifeguard Training Courses at the Y!
Save lives, build confidence, and gain skills that make a lasting impact! At the YMCA of Greenwich, we are proud to offer American Red Cross Full-Course Lifeguard Training courses- designed for first-time lifeguards and those with certifications expired by more than 30 days.
For more information about the program, please visit:
greenwichymca.org/programs/aquatics/training
For all questions, please email Angela Reeve at angelareeve@optonline.net.
Prior registration is required. This course is open to anyone 15 years old or older. Participants are required to attend every scheduled class in the session they choose. Before the first day of class, they must also complete an online component. Those interested in earning the Waterfront Skills Module must also complete additional training hours, as outlined below.
The upcoming available American Red Cross Full-Course Lifeguard Training course schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, May 27, through Thursday, May 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, June 2, through Wednesday, June 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, June 9, through Wednesday, June 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Red Cross Waterfront Skills Module is designed to train pool lifeguards in working non-surf beaches. Upon successful completion, you will receive an American Red Cross Lifeguard Waterfront Training certificate, which is valid only with a current Red Cross Lifeguard certificate.
The upcoming available American Red Cross Waterfront Skills Module Training schedule is as follows:
Friday, May 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Friday, May 30 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Friday, June 13 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Interested in joining our team of lifeguards at the YMCA of Greenwich? We offer sponsorship opportunities to cover the cost of a Lifeguard Training Course to those who pass the Pre-Requisite Swim Skills evaluation or training.
For more information, please contact swimschool@gwymca.org.