Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA

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Join us for our next set of Lifeguard Pre-Screen dates! This is perfect for those interested in taking the full Lifeguard certification course. Come one or as many dates as you need to prepare for the full course!

Upcoming Pre-Screening Session Dates:

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $5.00/date   

Participants must successfully complete all pre-screening skills and be 15 years or older to register for Lifeguard Certification classes.

Prerequisite swimming skills needed to pass the pre-screening test for updated ARC Lifeguarding R.24 Course:

1. Swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest: incudes jumping into water and totally submerging, swimming 150 yds, 2 minutes of treading only using legs, swimming an additional 50 yards; may use goggles; must be completed with either front crawl or breaststroke –swimming on back and side are not permitted.

2. Timed Event: Swim 20 yards, Surface dive 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound brick and swim 20 yards holding brick with both hands and keeping face at or near the surface so able to get a breath, & exit water without using ladder or steps, without goggles (within 1 minute and 40 secs.).

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD COURSE – BLENDED LEARNING:

Individuals who complete the prerequisite swimming skills are permitted to sign up for the Lifeguard Training course. This is a Blended Learning class and will require online training on a computer or tablet. Bring proof of age, a bathing suit, and a towel. Must turn 15 years old before the last day.

Upcoming Course Dates - register by Tuesday, June 9th:

*Deep water portion of the course and final exam will be held at offsite location

YMCA Members: $275.00

Non-Members: $325.00

100% Attendance required for ALL scheduled dates

• Individuals who complete the prerequisite swimming skills are eligible to sign up for the Lifeguard Training course. This is a Blended Learning class and will require online training to be done on a computer or tablet and virtual class sessions on Zoom as well as in-person manikin and water rescue skills.
• Successful performance of the Prescreening skills and be 15 years old.
• Successful completion of assignments, written test, and water skills are required for certification. The course includes all the up-to-date course/materials for Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Fee includes ARC LG manual, pocket mask and fanny pack and certification fee

Recertification for those with a current (not expired past 30 days) certification card in ARC Lifeguard, First Aid, & Pro CPR/AED training. Come in prepared to perform all the skills from the 2024 Lifeguarding Manual. Must complete one pre-screening session.

Please bring: bathing suit, towel, proof of certification, copy of the most recent 2024 Lifeguarding Manual (available for purchase), adult and pediatric resuscitation masks (available for purchase)

New Session information: TBA
Please email mdesjardins@ccaymca.org if you are interested.
Class Fees: LG Re-Cert Class Members: $100   |  Non-Members: $125