Lifeguard and Safety Training

Lifeguard and Safety Training

At the Y, we know that a big part of keeping our communities well, is keeping them safe. We offer several training and certification courses in an effort to make and keep our communities safe, not just inside of our walls. Offerings include:

  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification

The YMCA of Greater Des Moines is a proud Licensed Training Partner with American Red Cross teaching lifeguard and water safety instructor courses.

American Red Cross Lifeguard - NEW Certification

Waukee, Wellmark
5/3/24 - 5/5/24
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Learn how to effectively prevent and respond to water emergencies. Our courses are designed to arm you with the skills and knowledge to prepare you for a variety of scenarios in and around the water. You will learn how to quickly respond to emergencies both in the water and on land. You will also be trained on drowning and injury prevention, so you can better help those in need. Lifeguard certification classes require an online course to be completed prior to the classroom sessions. Must be 15 on the last day of the class.


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/03/24 - 05/05/24
Waukee (5/3: 5pm-9pm, 5/4: 8am-5pm, 5/5: 8am-5pm) - Su,Fr,Sa
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