Lifeguard Training & Certification
Build a skill. Save a life.
Red Cross
Learn the skills necessary to be a lifeguard and work in your own community! This free 3-day certification class combines e-learnings, classroom group work and in-water practice to earn your Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
All participants must be 15 years of age and pass the swimming skills assessment on the first night of class. Items to bring to class included: swimsuit, towel, water bottle and class materials. Classes are held every weekend at multiple Memphis YMCA locations.
Once the lifeguard certification is completed, along with all hiring requirements, you can choose to work at the YMCA of Memphis & The Mid-South location of your choice.
All participants must be 15 years of age and pass the swimming skills assessment on the first night of class. Items to bring to class included: swimsuit, towel, water bottle and class materials. Classes are held every weekend at multiple Memphis YMCA locations.
Once the lifeguard certification is completed, along with all hiring requirements, you can choose to work at the YMCA of Memphis & The Mid-South location of your choice.
The steps to successfully completing this program are as follows:
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Complete swim assessment
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Meet training prerequisites
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Pass all certification requirements
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Received final student evaluation
Training Classes
Learn the skills necessary to be a lifeguard and professional rescuer. Participants will also be certified in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen.
- Red Cross is a premier Lifeguard Certification
- Must attend all class dates per session
- Passing participants receive certification and interview opportunity at YMCA of their choice!
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