Lifeguard Training
YWCA Central Maine is proud to offer American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification classes.
Prerequisites: include completion of a 200-yard swim-tread-swim sequence (swim 150 yards, tread water with no hands for 2 minutes, swim another 50 yards), and a timed deep water object removal in 7-10 foot depths. Lifeguard certification is valid for 2 years. Must be 15 years of age or older.
Cost: $375
(We are open to covering the cost of the course, provided you commit to continuing to work for the YWCA upon certification and complete our Training Agreement.)
Format: This course is done in a blended learning format which requires online training (approximately 5 hours to be completed before first in-person session.)
Registration: Email Colleen at clepage@ywcamaine.org
If you need shallow-water or recertification-only lifeguard classes:
Organizations can email a request as long as there is a minimum of 5 participants. Please direct inquiries for price and available dates to rpage@ywcamaine.org.
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor Training Dates:
YWCA Scholarships Available
If you have questions or would like to discuss your eligibility, our Aquatics team is here to help—reach out anytime at swimlessons@ywcamaine.org