Start changing lives! The Y is the place to begin your career.
Whether you’re looking to help save lives as a lifeguard, teach kids how to swim and be safe in the water as a friendly and encouraging role model, or be a motivating and instructive swim team coach, the Y has the aquatics job for you!
With 5 aquatic facilities operating throughout Las Vegas, our Aquatics Team is passionate about creating a safe and fun environment where the whole family can play, learn, and grow!
The Y requires continued lifeguard training and certification. If you are already certified or looking to complete your certifications, we have the training program for you!
We also offer scholarships so anyone can be certified, no matter their financial situation.
Classes are offered for first-time lifeguards, returning lifeguards that need re-certification, and lifeguards that are interested in becoming an instructor. Through classroom activities, online learning, group discussion and hands-on practice, you’ll learn the skills you need to work as a lifeguard.
Participants must be able to:
Check out our training and certification programs below:
If you’d like to learn more about available aquatic positions or financial aid for lifeguard training, contact Frank Kasunic at fkasunic@lasvegasymca.org.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
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