COVID-19 Protocols:

A couple of things to put your mind at ease as you start to come back into the classroom setting:

LIFEGUARD COURSES:

Cleaning protocols have been increased
Equipment will be individualized as much as possible (mannequins, AED trainers, etc.)
Due to the nature of the Lifeguarding courses, there will be minimal contact required with other participants.
- For Lifeguard/Lifesaving procedures (Spinals, Unresponsive, etc) we will be using submersible mannequins where possible
- For physical standards required to be done on another person we will be teaching protocols to minimize risk - We will be switching to mannequins as soon as we are on the pool deck
All instructors are trained in updated COVID protocols

FIRST AID COURSES:

You will be set up with your own personal learning station (2m distance from the other stations)
Cleaning protocols have been increased
Equipment will not be shared amongst participants
Any skills involving partner work will be minimized, but when that is not possible, masks and gloves will be required to be worn.

Lifeguard Courses

YSI - YMCA Swim Instructor

The YMCA Swim Instructor course is designed to prepare candidates to teach and evaluate swimming strokes and related water skills for children aged 3 to 12. This course combines self-directed online learning with in-person practical and classroom sessions, providing a comprehensive foundation in swimming instruction. Participants will learn effective teaching techniques, class management, utilize effective communication and foster a healthy child development. Candidates must be at least 15 years old, hold a current Bronze Cross certification and current Standard First Aid, with CPR (within 1 year) to enroll in this course. The program includes a minimum of 26 hours of instruction, which features 8 hours of practical teaching experience, which requires 100% attendance and participation. Successful completion of the course leads to YMCA Swim Instructor certification, valid for two years, and qualifies individuals to teach swimming lessons at YMCA facilities.

Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the end of the course, Bronze Cross certification (current within 2 years of certification date), Standard First Aid with CPR C from an approved agency (cannot be expired) (see course description)

How to Become a Lifeguard