The American Red Cross Full Lifeguard course is a comprehensive training program for individuals seeking certification as lifeguards. The course covers essential topics like water rescue techniques, surveillance, emergency response, first aid, and CPR. Participants will learn skills to ensure safety and respond effectively to emergencies in these settings, culminating in a certification valid for two years. To participate in the course, you must be able to pass the prerequisite skills test on the first day of class. Pre-Requisite test includes: - 550 yard swim - 22 continuous laps of either front crawl or breaststroke must be swam. Goggles are allowed. One full length of front crawl and breaststroke must be demonstrated showing proper breathing. - Retrieve 3 rings from the bottom of the pool, placed approximately 5 yards apart in 4-7 feet of water. Must be accomplished in one breath. - Swim 20 yards, retrieve 10 pound brick from bottom of deep end, return to the surface, swim 20 yards on back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the brick and keeping face at or near the surface of the water. Time stops when candidate exits the pool. This must be completed in 1 min 40 sec, goggles are not allowed. - Tread water for two minutes using just your legs. Hands/Arms must be tucked into the arm pits or at the surface of the water. To successfully complete the course, you must complete all online course work, participate in all skill sessions/drill, activities and scenarios, and pass the final written exams with a minimum grade of 80%. The practice sessions will require some strenuous physical activity. You are encouraged to check with your health care professional before participating in the practice sessions. If you have a medical condition or disability that might prevent you from participating in the activities, or have questions about being able to fully participate in the lifeguarding course, please contact the Aquatics Department before this course begins. *You will NOT receive any credit or refund if the candidate does not pass the prerequisite test performed on the first day, does not complete the online course work or does not attend all of the dates. *The YMCA reserves the right to deny class participation to any student that does not demonstrate the behavior of a professional lifeguard as defined by the American Red Cross.