Teen Swim
From swim team to lifegaurd certification classes, the YMCA offers a wide variety of aquatic activities for teens.Lifeguard Certification
This course is designed to give participants the basic skills needed to be a lifeguard in the pool, lake, river, surf and water park environments. This comprehensive course offers up-to-date information on how to guard, anticipate and prevent problems, and take action to help those in danger. It also covers safety and survival skills, accident prevention, guarding techniques, emergency systems, rescue skills, first aid, spinal injury management, weather and open water dangers, legal responsibilities, pool management, and information on how to get a job.
Pre-Requisites
- Current first-aid certification
- Current CPRO
- Certification in AED and O2 Administration
- Complete Medical Clearance
- Minimum Age is 16
Swim Team
The YMCA Youth Swim Team offers youth the opportunity to learn about swimming as a sport and have fun. We encourage sportsmanship as well as competition. Our coaching includes the YMCA values while working on endurance training and stroke techniques.
Teen Swim I
This beginner class will work in small groups toward personal goals, including swim skills, safety skills, character development and team building.
Teen Swim II
This intermediate/advanced class is for those who have completed swim lessons and do not want to compete on the swim team. Includes swim workouts, water games, character development and team building.
