AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR FOR PROFESSIONAL RESCUERS WITH FIRST AID AND AED TRAINING: 

Would you like to know what to do in a cardiac emergency? The right answer could help you save a life. This class offers hands on training, covering cardiac emergencies with the use of an AED, breathing emergencies, and first aid. To successfully complete this course, you will need to pass a practical and written exam with 80% or better. (For the class to run, there must be a minimum of 4 participants).

Fee:   $75 Member    $110 Activity Member
 

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR TRAINING: (Ages 17+): 

For those holding a current Lifeguard certification. Instructs participants to teach basic-level Lifeguard courses through developing their understanding of how to use the course materials, conduct training sessions, and evaluate participants progress. No refunds. Course graduates are encouraged to apply for employment at YMCA.

Fee:   $275 Member    $300 Activity Member

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING: (Ages 15+): 

Lifeguard training is a great skill to have. In order to successfully pass this course, you will need to pass a practical and written test with 80% of better. Certifications include American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED. 

This class does require passing some prerequisite water skills prior to entry. Prerequisites: Swim 300 yards continuously using these strokes in the following order: (100 yards front crawl using rhythmic breathing, 100 yards breaststroke using correct kick, pull, glide form, 100 yards either front crawl or breaststroke or a combination of the two strokes). Swim 20 yards using front drawl or breaststroke, surface dive to 9ft, retrieve a 10 lb. brick, swim 20 yards to starting point with object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps in 1 minute 40 seconds and 2 minutes tread water without hand. Prescreening will be held the first day of class.  Participants will be refunded the cost of the class if they do not pass the prerequisites. Participants should bring ID to verify age the first day of class. Books are included in the fees. EVERY SESSION MUST BE ATTENDED IN FULL! NO EXCEPTIONS.

Fee:   $175 Member    $200 Activity Member
 

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING: BELNDED LEARNING 

This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to be a lifeguard through online training, in-water and classroom skills practice. The online portion of this course is 7 hours in length and MUST be completed prior to the first scheduled meeting date, you will receive information to complete the online eLearnings with your receipt when you sign up. Failure to complete the online portion will prohibit you from continuing in the class. Participants should bring an I.D. to verify age on the first day of class and bring a swimming suit to each scheduled class date. Books are included in the fee. To successfully pass this course, you must pass practical and written exams with a grade of 80% or better. Upon completion of this course, students will receive a 2-year certification that includes American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Completion of the online coursework alone does not certify you as a lifeguard. 

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

• Swim 300 yards continuously using only front crawl and breaststroke, both using correct rhythmic breathing and form.
• Tread water for 2 minutes, without the use of your hands.
• Swim 20 yards, surface dive to 9 ft, retrieve a 10 lb. brick, swim brick 20 yards to starting point and exit the water without using a ladder or steps in 1 minute 40 seconds.

Participants will be refunded the cost of the class if they do not pass the pre-requisite swim test

Fee:   $185 Member    $210 Activity Member
 

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING RE-CERTIFICATION: 

A class for individuals needing to re-certify their Lifeguarding. This class is designed for those who feel comfortable demonstrating their skills with minimal review. In order to successfully pass this course you will need to pass a practical and written test with 80% or better. Certification will include: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

• Swim 300 yards continuously using these strokes: 100 yards front crawl using rhythmic breathing, 100 yards breaststroke using correct kick, pull, glide form, 100 yards either front crawl of breaststroke or a combination of the two strokes.
• 2 minutes of treading water without hands.
• Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive to 9 feet, retrieve a 10 lb. crick, swim 20 yards to starting point with object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps in 1 minute 40 seconds.

Participants should bring current Lifeguard certification to participate in the class.

Fee:     $100 Member    $125 Activity Member