Lifeguard Certification

Lifeguard Certification

SAVING LIVES HAS BENEFITS
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Lifeguard Training is coming up at the YMCA! Get a 2-year Lifeguard Certification and be rescue ready to work at our YMCA or other pools! Certification includes Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid. Must be 15 years old by the last day of class to enroll.

PREREQUISITE SWIM TEST
*NOTE – ONCE YOU HAVE REGISTERED YOU ARE WELCOME TO COME TO PRACTICE YOUR PRETEST DURING REGULAR POOL HOURS
Test will be conducted at the beginning of your in-person class time.

  • COMBINATION OF BREASTSTROKE AND FREESTYLE FOR 12 LAPS
  • TREADING WATER FOR 2 MINUTES WITH NO HANDS
  • RETRIEVING A 10 LB BRICK FROM THE DEEP END OF THE POOL AND SWIMMING IT BACK TO THE SHALLOW

 

MID-SUMMER 2025 LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION

All Locations
7/7/25 - 7/10/25
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Lifeguard Training is coming up at the YMCA! Get a 2-year Lifeguard Certification and be rescue ready to work at our YMCA or other pools! Certification includes Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid.

Must be age 15 or older by the last day of class in order to enroll. This is a blended learning class (online and in-person), EMAIL ADDRESS AND COMPUTER ACCESS IS REQUIRED. Online portion must be completed before the in-person portion, and successful prerequisite swim test required at the beginning of class (test listed on back so you can practice). Must attend the entire class, no exceptions.  Limit 10 to a class.

NEW: Lifeguards hired by Y will be reimbursed after 3 months of employment (average of 12 hours per month worked.)  Choose your own hours plus earn a Y membership! Ask for an application at the Front Desk!

When: JULY 7, 8, 9, 10   TIMES: 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

DEADLINE: JUNE 23, 2025

COST: $225

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St. Red Oak, IA 51566

QUESTIONS: Macy Reeves
P 712-623-2161 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
5/19/25 6/23/25 Online / Front Desk $ 225.00$ 225.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/07/25 - 07/10/25
Registration
Closed
Opens on 05/19/25

RECERTIFICATION: SPRING BREAK 2025

All Locations
3/13/25 - 3/14/25
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Class
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Recertify now to keep your Lifeguard Certification current!  Area pools are hiring for the summer, or come work for our YMCA to earn a Y membership and choose your own hours!

  • Online coursework MUST be completed before coming to class. A link will be emailed after we receive your registration & payment and have time to process it.
  • Swim test success required for class participation. SWIM-TREAD-SWIM: swim freestyle and/or breast stroke for 150 yards (6 pool lengths), tread water with feet only for 2 minutes, and swim another 50 yards (2 pool lengths).  Retrieve a 10 lb brick from the deep end of the pool and then swim it back to the starting point.

CHOOSE A CLASS:   Classes are 2 days from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
•   MARCH 13 & 14

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 27, 2025

COST: $125

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St., Red Oak, IA 51566

CONTACT: Macy Reeves, Aquatics Director
P 712-621-1552 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/1/25 2/27/25 Online / Front Desk $ 125.00$ 125.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/13/25 - 03/14/25
Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/01/25

RECERTIFICATION: SUMMER SESSION ONE 2025

All Locations
5/29/25 - 5/30/25
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Class
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Recertify now to keep your Lifeguard Certification current!  Area pools are hiring for the summer, or come work for our YMCA to earn a Y membership and choose your own hours!

  • Online coursework MUST be completed before coming to class. A link will be emailed after we receive your registration & payment and have time to process it.
  • Swim test success required for class participation. SWIM-TREAD-SWIM: swim freestyle and/or breast stroke for 150 yards (6 pool lengths), tread water with feet only for 2 minutes, and swim another 50 yards (2 pool lengths).  Retrieve a 10 lb brick from the deep end of the pool and then swim it back to the starting point.

CHOOSE A CLASS:   Classes are 2 days from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
•   MAY 29 & 30

DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2025

COST: $125

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St., Red Oak, IA 51566

CONTACT: Macy Reeves, Aquatics Director
P 712-621-1552 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
4/1/25 5/15/25 Online / Front Desk $ 125.00$ 125.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/29/25 - 05/30/25
Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/01/25

RECERTIFICATION: SUMMER SESSION TWO 2025

All Locations
7/14/25 - 7/15/25
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SAVE YOUR CERTIFICATION, SAVE LIVES

American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Class
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Recertify now to keep your Lifeguard Certification current!  Area pools are hiring for the summer, or come work for our YMCA to earn a Y membership and choose your own hours!

  • Online coursework MUST be completed before coming to class. A link will be emailed after we receive your registration & payment and have time to process it.
  • Swim test success required for class participation. SWIM-TREAD-SWIM: swim freestyle and/or breast stroke for 150 yards (6 pool lengths), tread water with feet only for 2 minutes, and swim another 50 yards (2 pool lengths).  Retrieve a 10 lb brick from the deep end of the pool and then swim it back to the starting point.

CHOOSE A CLASS:   Classes are 2 days from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
•   JULY 14 & 15

DEADLINE: JUNE 30, 2025

COST: $125

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St., Red Oak, IA 51566

CONTACT: Macy Reeves, Aquatics Director
P 712-621-1552 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
5/1/25 6/30/25 Online / Front Desk $ 125.00$ 125.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/14/25 - 07/15/25
Registration
Closed
Opens on 05/01/25

SPRING BREAK 2025 LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION

All Locations
3/10/25 - 3/13/25
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GET CERTIFIED, SAVE LIVES

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Lifeguard Training is coming up at the YMCA! Get a 2-year Lifeguard Certification and be rescue ready to work at our YMCA or other pools! Certification includes Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid.

Must be age 15 or older by the last day of class in order to enroll. This is a blended learning class (online and in-person), EMAIL ADDRESS AND COMPUTER ACCESS IS REQUIRED. Online portion must be completed before the in-person portion, and successful prerequisite swim test required at the beginning of class (test listed on back so you can practice). Must attend the entire class, no exceptions.  Limit 10 to a class.

NEW: Lifeguards hired by Y will be reimbursed after 3 months of employment (average of 12 hours per month worked.)  Choose your own hours plus earn a Y membership! Ask for an application at the Front Desk!

When: MARCH 10,11, 12, 13    TIMES: 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 24, 2024

COST: $225

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St. Red Oak, IA 51566

QUESTIONS: Macy Reeves
P 712-623-2161 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/5/24 2/24/25 Online / Front Desk $ 225.00$ 225.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/10/25 - 03/13/25
Register  
Closes
02/24/2025

SUMMER SESSION ONE 2025 LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION

All Locations
5/26/25 - 5/29/25
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Lifeguard Training is coming up at the YMCA! Get a 2-year Lifeguard Certification and be rescue ready to work at our YMCA or other pools! Certification includes Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid.

Must be age 15 or older by the last day of class in order to enroll. This is a blended learning class (online and in-person), EMAIL ADDRESS AND COMPUTER ACCESS IS REQUIRED. Online portion must be completed before the in-person portion, and successful prerequisite swim test required at the beginning of class (test listed on back so you can practice). Must attend the entire class, no exceptions.  Limit 10 to a class.

NEW: Lifeguards hired by Y will be reimbursed after 3 months of employment (average of 12 hours per month worked.)  Choose your own hours plus earn a Y membership! Ask for an application at the Front Desk!

When: MAY 26, 27, 28, 29    TIMES: 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

DEADLINE: MAY 12, 2025

COST: $225

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St. Red Oak, IA 51566

QUESTIONS: Macy Reeves
P 712-623-2161 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/31/25 5/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 225.00$ 225.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/26/25 - 05/29/25
Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/31/25

SUMMER SESSION TWO 2025 LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION

All Locations
6/2/25 - 6/5/25
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Lifeguard Training is coming up at the YMCA! Get a 2-year Lifeguard Certification and be rescue ready to work at our YMCA or other pools! Certification includes Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid.

Must be age 15 or older by the last day of class in order to enroll. This is a blended learning class (online and in-person), EMAIL ADDRESS AND COMPUTER ACCESS IS REQUIRED. Online portion must be completed before the in-person portion, and successful prerequisite swim test required at the beginning of class (test listed on back so you can practice). Must attend the entire class, no exceptions.  Limit 10 to a class.

NEW: Lifeguards hired by Y will be reimbursed after 3 months of employment (average of 12 hours per month worked.)  Choose your own hours plus earn a Y membership! Ask for an application at the Front Desk!

When: JUNE 2, 3, 4, 5    TIMES: 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

COST: $225

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St. Red Oak, IA 51566

QUESTIONS: Macy Reeves
P 712-623-2161 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
4/1/25 5/19/25 Online / Front Desk $ 225.00$ 225.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/02/25 - 06/05/25
Registration
Closed
Opens on 04/01/25

WINTER 2024 LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION

All Locations
12/26/24 - 12/30/24
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Lifeguard Training is coming up at the YMCA! Get a 2-year Lifeguard Certification and be rescue ready to work at our YMCA or other pools! Certification includes Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid.

Must be age 15 or older by the last day of class in order to enroll. This is a blended learning class (online and in-person), EMAIL ADDRESS AND COMPUTER ACCESS IS REQUIRED. Online portion must be completed before the in-person portion, and successful prerequisite swim test required at the beginning of class (test listed on back so you can practice). Must attend the entire class, no exceptions.  Limit 10 to a class.

NEW: Lifeguards hired by Y will be reimbursed after 3 months of employment (average of 12 hours per month worked.)  Choose your own hours plus earn a Y membership! Ask for an application at the Front Desk!

When: DECEMBER 26, 27, 28, AND 30    TIMES: 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 13TH, 2024

COST: $225

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St. Red Oak, IA 51566

QUESTIONS: Macy Reeves
P 712-623-2161 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/4/24 12/13/24 Online / Front Desk $ 225.00$ 225.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/26/24 - 12/30/24
Registration
Closed

WINTER 2025 LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION

All Locations
1/2/25 - 1/3/25
VIEW

SAVE YOUR CERTIFICATION, SAVE LIVES

American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Class
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA

Recertify now to keep your Lifeguard Certification current!  Area pools are hiring for the summer, or come work for our YMCA to earn a Y membership and choose your own hours!

  • Online coursework MUST be completed before coming to class. A link will be emailed after we receive your registration & payment and have time to process it.
  • Swim test success required for class participation. SWIM-TREAD-SWIM: swim freestyle and/or breast stroke for 150 yards (6 pool lengths), tread water with feet only for 2 minutes, and swim another 50 yards (2 pool lengths).  Retrieve a 10 lb brick from the deep end of the pool and then swim it back to the starting point.

CHOOSE A CLASS:   Classes are 2 days from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
•   JANUARY 2ND AND 3RD

DEADLINE: DECEBMER 13th

COST: $125

LOCATION: Montgomery County Family YMCA
101 E. Cherry St., Red Oak, IA 51566

CONTACT: Macy Reeves, Aquatics Director
P 712-621-1552 E [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/4/24 12/13/24 Online / Front Desk $ 125.00$ 125.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/02/25 - 01/03/25
Registration
Closed