American Red Cross Lifeguarding Recertification
Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 4:00 PM CDT
Countryside YMCA · Countryside, IL
About this event
Renew your American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification at the YMCA and stay current on the skills needed to help keep guests safe and respond confidently during aquatic emergencies. This course is designed for lifeguards with a current or recently expired certification. The YMCA offers both part-time and full-time lifeguard positions , seasonally and year-round. Participants must meet all recertification requirements and complete a pre-course swim skills assessment . Course Schedule (Participants must attend all sessions) Saturday: 4:00–8:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am–6:00 pm Course Format & Requirements Blended learning course (online + in-person) Approximately 6–7 hours of online coursework must be completed before the first in-person session Online modules include videos and quizzes Participants will receive an email from the American Red Cross with instructions once enrolled Prerequisites Must hold a current or recently expired American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification Must complete all pre-course swim skills Must be able to attend all in-person sessions Participants who do not meet prerequisites will not be permitted to continue for safety reasons Certification Renewal Participants who complete all requirements will receive renewed American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification , recognized nationwide. YMCA Employment Perk: Lifeguarding recertification is free with YMCA employment .
Event details
- Date and time
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 4:00 PM CDT
- Venue
- Countryside YMCA · Countryside, IL
- Category
- Sports
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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