Lifeguarding

Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA

See the schedule for session dates and times unless details appear below. Register online or at the front desk of any YMCA location. (PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is temporarily unavailable, as we are transitioning to an improved online registration system. We apologize for any inconvenience.) Contact Aubrey Eyre (702) 877-9622 ext. 4988 or aeyre@lasvegasymca.org for more information. The YMCA’s four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are incorporated into every program.

American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard Training (15 years+)

Have you ever thought about saving lives? Consider a fun, exciting and rewarding job as a lifeguard. Our 24-hour course teaches students to properly survey a pool, perform rescues, CPR and first aid for a variety of victims. With successful completion, students will become American Red Cross certified lifeguards with professional CPR (good for two years).

  • STEP 1:
    Come to a Tuesday evening pre-test at 7 p.m. No need to sign up in advance, but be sure to be here 30 minutes early if it's your first time at the Y. Bring a parent or guardian too if you are under 18 years. The pre-test includes: swimming 300 yards while demonstrating breath control, treading water for two minutes with legs only, and a timed 10-pound brick rescue from deep water. If you are unsure of your ability we recommend that you sign up for a 30-minute lifeguard test private lesson for $26, prior to the swim test date. 
    Pre-Test Dates:
    February 7, 14, 21, 28
    March 6, 13, 20, 27
    April 3, 10, 17, 24
    May 1, 8
    June 5, 12, 19, 26
    July 3, 31
    September 11

  • STEP 2:
    After passing the pre-test, you can sign up for the course of your choice at the front desk. Remember, it's first come, first served and spots fill quickly.
    Course Times:
    Friday, 3 to 7 p.m.
    Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
    Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
    *Weekday class times are Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
    Course Dates:
    February 10-12, 17-19 or 24-26
    March 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25 or 30-1
    April 2-5*, 13-15, 20-22 or 27-29
    May 4-6 or 11-13
    June 8-10, 11-14*, 15-17, 22-24 or 29-1 OUR JUNE 11-14 CLASS IS IN SPANISH ONLY! REGISTER TODAY.
    July 6-8
    August 3-5
    September 14-16
    Course Cost:
    $150 for Y members
    $190 for non-members
    $20 for CPR mask (Bring your own if you'd like!)

  • STEP 3:
    The Y is hiring at all locations! Take a class before April and submit an application online to be invited to a group interview. View jobs and apply online. The Y pays for hard work! If you're hired as a Y lifeguard, you may be eligible for reimbursement for the cost of the course if you complete a full season of Y employment. 

Lifeguard Training Challenge
This class is for previously certified lifeguards who wish to renew their certification by completing a skills/written test only. There will be no review.
Course Dates:
February 19, 26
March 4, 11, 18, 25
April 1, 15, 22, 29
May 6, 13
June 3, 10, 14, 17, 24
July 8
August 5
September 16
Time: 3 to 6 p.m.
Cost: $60

CPR Training

CPR for the Professional
This is a full CPR/AED course for lifeguards and any participants needing a professional certification. Upon completion of class, participant will receive an American Red Cross certification valid for two years from completion date.
Course Dates: 
February 18, 25
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
July 7
August 4
September 15
Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: $60 (A CPR mask is an additional $20 and is required for the course. You may bring your own mask if you do not wish to purchase one through the Y.)

CPR for the Professional Challenge
This class is for previously certified students who would like to renew their Red Cross certification by completing a skills/written test.
Course Dates:
February 21, 28
March 6, 13, 20, 27
April 3, 10, 17, 24
May 1, 8, 29
June 5, 12, 19, 26
July 3, 31
September 11
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $30 (A CPR mask is an additional $20 and is required for the course. You may bring your own mask if you do not wish to purchase one through the Y.)
 

If your company or organization would like to offer CPR/AED, First Aid, or Oxygen training, please contact Aubrey Eyre at (702) 877-9622 ext. 4988 or aeyre@lasvegasymca.org for prices and arrangements.
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