Summer is in full swing and the Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the YMCA is open! The Summit Area YMCA believes in the importance of providing opportunities for individuals to learn, grow and thrive. That’s why we have partnered with the American Red Cross to provide our community with opportunities to train and be certified as lifeguards! Individuals interested in getting certified can be trained with us at the Y.
Lifeguarding is a special job that not only can save a life, but can develop leadership skills, risk management skills, improve communication and team work skills, develop self-confidence, improve time management, professionalism and more. These skills are incredibly beneficial for young adults building their resumes and getting exposure to real world situations. The job is well suited for adults and teens alike looking to fill their time with meaningful work. See below for the various Lifeguard Certifications courses available!
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Full Course
This course is a blended course (online and in person). Once registered the American Red Cross Instructor will send the participant the online course material. All course material MUST be completed prior to the first day of the class and presented to start the class. All participants MUST pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Pre-Test which includes: 300 yard swim; treading water for 2 minutes w/o using arms; retrieving a weighted brick from at least 7 feet of water and successfully resurfacing to swim on back.
August 4, 2020 – August 13, 2020
American Red Cross Lifeguard Re-Certification Course
This course is a blended course (online and in person). Once registered the American Red Cross Instructor will send the participant the online course material. All course material MUST be completed prior to the first day of the class and presented to start the class. All participants MUST pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Pre-Test which includes: 300 yard swim; treading water for 2 minutes w/o using arms; retrieving a weighted brick from at least 7 feet of water and successfully resurfacing to swim on back. This course will review all materials of the full lifeguard certification course at an accelerated pace. Participants are expected to be able to display all skills with minimal review time.
August 12 – August 14, 2020
Junior Lifeguarding Certification
Junior Lifeguarding has a strong focus on developing swimming skills to help participants meet the Lifeguarding course prerequisite. The course also introduces participants to lifesaving skills, such as in-water rescues, use of a rescue tube, and first aid, CPR and AED. Participants also have the opportunity to shadow lifeguards in rotation to get a real sense of being on the job.
August 10 – August 13, 2020
August 17 – August 20, 2020
See All Lifeguard Certification Courses Currently Available
Private Swim Lessons with BHCP at the YMCA
Can’t become a lifeguard because you haven’t learned to swim yet? Fear not, private swim lessons are available to get you started and comfortable in water! Whether you are 3 years old or 80 years old, we’re here to support you and teach you the life-saving skill of swimming. Private lessons at the Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the YMCA are for swimmers ages 3+ and are for all skill levels and swimming abilities. Package price includes four [4] 30 minute lessons. Instructors are trained in the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program and will work with participants to accomplish goals that are set at the start of the session. Private Lessons are 1-on-1 lessons and exact times of lessons are agreed upon between the instructor and the participants.
Questions? Contact:
Mike Mirabella
Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the YMCA Director
BERKELEY HEIGHTS YMCA
mike.mirabella@thesay.org
(908) 209-7017
