Lifeguard Training
Ever wanted to save lives? If you are interested in making a difference in other’s lives, attaining a specific skill set that is highly marketable, and achieving personal goals, then register for our next lifeguard class.
To enroll in the Lifeguarding Course, you must be at least 15 years old before the last scheduled class session. To participate in the course, you must be able to pass a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation, which includes two parts and takes place during the first in-person session.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, valid for 2 years!
Register for a Weekend Class.
Friday 5:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm
Cleveland County Family YMCA
Become a part of our aquatics team by becoming a lifeguard today! If you are interested in making a difference in others lives, attaining a specific skill set that is highly marketable, and achieving personal goals, then register for our next lifeguard class. Requirements include: being able to pass the American Red Cross swim test (300 yard swim using breast stroke and or freestyle; Brick retrieval from a depth and return swim in 1 minute and 40 seconds; treading water for two minutes without using your hands). Requirements can be viewed online.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 2/8/26 | 6/1/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 150.00 | $ 250.00 |
Available Sessions
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03/06/26 - 03/08/26
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Session is Full |