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Lifeguard Training

Become a Lifeguard. Make a Difference.

START YOUR LIFEGUARDING JOURNEY

Join our Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and Training program to master essential skills for emergency response and care. This program includes Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications. Perfect for summer jobs or a career as a professional lifeguard. Get started now and make a difference!

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Why Become a Lifeguard?

SAVE LIVES

  • Learn lifesaving skills that can make a difference in emergencies.

GAIN JOB EXPERIENCE

  • Build responsibility, leadership, and communication skills employers value.

SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY

  • Help create safe and welcoming aquatic environments for everyone.

BUILD CONFIDENCE

  • Develop skills that extend far beyond the pool deck.

Flexible Training Format

Complete part of your training online before attending instructor-led pool sessions where you’ll practice rescues, emergency response skills, CPR, First Aid, and AED procedures.

Recertification for Lifeguards

Stay certified with our Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification course. Ideal for those needing to renew their certification, this course covers Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR, and AED. Ensure your skills remain sharp and your certification up-to-date.

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Program Details

Complete both eLearning and in-person sessions to become certified.

Skills Prerequisites

Before enrolling, ensure you can swim 300 yards continuously, perform a 20-yard swim with a 10 lb. brick, and tread water for 2 minutes.

Free Class Opportunity

Want to take the class for free? Contact our aquatics directors for more details.

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Ready to Work at the Y?

Your lifeguard certification is more than a credential. It’s an opportunity to make a difference. YMCA lifeguards help keep our community safe, support swimmers and families, and create positive experiences every day. Join a team that values leadership, service, and personal growth while gaining skills that will benefit you for years to come.

Ready to get started? Explore current lifeguard opportunities at the Y!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the course dates?

Check the schedule for specific times.

How do I register for eLearning?

Visit this link to register for the eLearning portion of the course.

What are the prerequisites?

Swim 300 yards continuously, retrieve a 10 lb. brick, and tread water for 2 minutes. Check the detailed requirements above.

How can I take the class for free?

Contact our aquatics directors for more information:
Broadview YMCA - Dan (dan.potvin@www.greenbayymca.org)
Ferguson Family YMCA - Austin (austin.dekeyser@www.greenbayymca.org)
West Side YMCA - Nick (nick.haydon@www.greenbayymca.org)
East Side YMCA - Owen (owen.lafrombois@www.greenbayymca.org)