Become a Certified Lifeguard

Looking for a great summer job or career as a lifeguard? The Old Bridge YMCA's next American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification class will be held May 20, June 3, 10, 17 and 24, 12:00-5:00pm. Attendance at ALL class dates is mandatory .

The course is blended-learning format to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. The blended-learning option combines online learning with in-person skill sessions conducted by a Red Cross-certified instructor.

Mandatory Prerequisites:

• Must be at least 15 years old by the last day of the course
• 300-yard continuous swim (freestyle and/or breaststroke)

Certifications Earned [valid for 2 years]:

• Lifeguarding
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
• Standard First Aid

Pre-lifeguard training class on Sunday, May 6, 12-2:00pm is recommended prior to taking full ARC lifeguard certification course, and the fee of $36 for members and $50 for non members will be credited toward the lifeguard certification class fee for students who pass. Pre-lifeguard training class will cover swim endurance training, basic rescues and lifeguard drills.

Registration begins April 16th and the class fee is $260 for Y members and $350 for non members. No refunds will be issued once class starts or for failure due to performance or attendance. Students who complete the course successfully and are subssequently hired as Old Bridge Y lifeguards will be eligible for class fee reimbursement. For more information, contact John Foster, Director of Aquatic Safety & Pool Operations, at 732.727.0704 ext. 304 or jfoster@ymcanj.org.

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