TRAINING + CERTIFICATION: SIMPLE, FAST, AND EASY!
The YMCA of Greenwich is a proud provider of American Red Cross health and safety training. We offer the latest course curriculum in Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, First Aid, CPR/AED (for both the Professional Rescuer and the lay responder), Connecticut Childcare, Babysitter’s Training, and more. Our course offerings are open to members and non-members.
Become a student of the American Red Cross, while obtaining life-saving knowledge and skills designed to keep you prepared in the event of an emergency, with all the latest health and safety training techniques and certification programs.
MAKE AN IMPACT, PROTECT LIVES
Interested in joining our team of lifeguards at the YMCA of Greenwich? The YMCA of Greenwich offers sponsorship opportunities to cover the cost of a Lifeguard Training Course to those who pass the Pre-Requisite Swim Skills evaluation or training. Terms and conditions apply. Contact swimschool@gwymca.org for more information.
COURSE INFORMATION
Click the link below to view our American Red Cross Training Handbook, where you’ll find detailed information about prerequisites, policies, and our refund/cancellation procedures. This comprehensive guide is designed to help you navigate the training process smoothly and make the most of your experience with us.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING - FULL COURSE OFFERINGS
Our Full-Course Lifeguard Trainings are for those who are taking first time lifeguard training, or for those whose lifeguard certification is more than 30 days expired. Must attend all dates/times.
Students will complete an ONLINE component outside of class and will attend all dates/times of the in-person skill sessions listed for their respective course. Those pursuing waterfront skills have additional training hours as noted below.
FULL COURSE Registration Fee = $475
Registration fee includes access to the online component of the training course, digital access to the required textbook, CPR breathing barrier, and Red Cross certification fee.
UPCOMING COURSES
- Full Lifeguard Training Course F - March 9th - March 23rd
- Full Lifeguard Training Course G - March 17th - March 19th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course H - March 30th - April 13th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course I - April 14th - April 16th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course J - April 27th - May 11th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course K - May 12th - May 14th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course L - May 27th - May 29th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course M - Jun 2nd - Jun 4th
- Full Lifeguard Training Course N - Jun 9th - Jun 11th
LIFEGUARD TRAINING - REVIEW COURSE OFFERINGS
Our Lifeguarding review courses are designed to help you update your skills while also extending your certification for another two years.
Students will complete an ONLINE component outside of class and will attend all dates/times of the in-person skill sessions listed for their respective course. Those pursuing waterfront skills have additional training hours as noted below.
FULL COURSE Registration Fee = $375
Registration fee includes access to the online component of the training course, digital access to the required textbook, CPR breathing barrier, and Red Cross certification fee.
UPCOMING COURSES
- Lifeguard Review Course #2: Thurs, Mar 20 (7AM - 5PM); Fri, Mar 21 (2:30PM - 4:30PM (for those needing waterfront skills))
- Lifeguard Review Course #3: Fri, Apr 18 (7AM - 5PM)
- Lifeguard Review Course #5: Thurs, Jun 12 (7AM - 5PM); Fri, Jun 13 (9AM - 1PM (for those needing waterfront skills))
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSE
This course trains WSI candidates to teach courses and presentations in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program by developing their understanding of how to use the course materials, how to conduct training sessions, and how to evaluate participants’ progress.
UPCOMING WSI COURSES
- Course A: Mon, May 19 - Thurs, May 22 (8AM - 2PM)
- Course B: Fri, May 30; Fri, June 6; Fri, June 13; Fri, June 20 (3:15PM - 9PM)
HOW DO I ENROLL?
- Be at least 16 years of age on or before the last day of the training.
- Successfully complete the pre-course session which includes a demonstration of swimming skills at Learn-to-Swim Level 4.
ADULT AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED
The American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED r.21 program is designed to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. The course teaches participants the knowledge and skills needed to give care needed to an injured or ill person when minutes matter, and to decide whether advanced medical care is needed.
Register at least 48 hours in advance to complete the ONLINE course prior to attending the in-person skill session. Email instructor Angelareeve@optonline.net to obtain the link for the ONLINE portion of the course.
Registration Fee: $150
- A&P FA/CPR/AED - Course B: Mar 18 (Tue) - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- A&P FA/CPR/AED - Course C: May 12 (Mon) - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
WATERFRONT SKILLS MODULE
Red Cross Waterfront Module is designed to train pool lifeguards in working non-surf beaches. You will be trained in using mask & fins, searching shallow & deep water areas, and using a rescue board. Training will occur in both pool and waterfront. Upon successful completion of this course (including written and rescue skills testing), you will receive an American Red Cross Lifeguard Waterfront Training certificate which is only valid with a current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.
COST: $150
UPCOMING COURSES
- Course A: Fri, May 16 (8AM - 2PM)
- Course B: Fri, May 30 (8AM - 2PM)
- Course C: Fri, June 13 (8AM - 2PM)
