Lifeguard Training

Our Y's Lifeguard Training prepares individuals for a lifeguard position. Must attend all scheduled classes and pass both written and water skills tests. Course includes: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, AED and oxygen administration certifications.

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING:

Includes all certifications listed above, plus Waterfront certification.

Prerequisite: 550 yard swim and timed swim that includes 40 yard swim, surface dive, tread water for time, retrieve 10 lb. object and exit pool.

FULL COURSE DATES:
Sat, May 4         9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed, May 8      5:00 - 9:30 pm
Fri, May 10       5:00 - 9:30 pm
Sat, May 11      8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Mon, May 13    5:00 - 9:30 pm
Wed, May 15    5:00 - 9:30 pm
Fri, May 17       5:00 - 9:30 pm
Sat, May 18      7:30 - 10:00 am
Sun, May 19     10:00 am - 2:00 pm

 Swim Test: Friday, May 3  7:00 - 8:30 pm (meet Competitive Pool bleachers)

PREREQUISITES:                  

• Able to swim 550 yards, surface dive, underwater swim, retrieve 10 lb object and tread water
• At least 15 ½ years old (WI Child Labor Law states: an individual may be no less than 16 yrs of age to be employed as a lifeguard at a public swimming pool or water attraction in Wisconsin)
• Must attend all scheduled dates and times

FEE:
Y Members: $250 / Community Participants: $275 Fee includes: 6 certifications (First Aid/CPR/AED/Oxygen, Lifeguard & Waterfront Lifeguard) and textbook and materials.

REGISTER:
Online at www.ymcaatpabstfarms.org or in-person at the YMCA at Pabst Farms Member Service Desk

CLASS LOCATION:
YMCA at Pabst Farms • 1750 E. Valley Road • Oconomowoc, WI  53066

CONTACT: 
Britta Fell, Aquatics Coordinator, 262-567-7251 x147