There is a critical need for lifeguards around the country – NOW is the time to get your certification!
Perfect for strong swimmers ages 15 and up who are proficient in:
• Front Crawl • Breaststroke • Side Stroke
• Elementary Back Stroke • Treading Water (legs only for 2 minutes)
• Swim 550 yards continually (waterfront/lifeguard)
• Swim 300 yards continually (lifeguard)
• Retrieve 10 lb brick from bottom of pool

LIFEGUARDING IN-PERSON SKILLS TRAINING (approximately 28 hours) 

All participants must take the Prerequisite Swim Skill Evaluation prior to start of the course. Contact the Aquatics Director to schedule yours at [email protected]

1. Prerequisite Swim Skill Evaluations: February 4th or 6th 6:15-8 pm
2. Course Runs: CLASS IS FULL! Monday – Thursday, February 17 – February 20 from 12 – 8:30 pm
3. Prerequisite Swim Skill Evaluation: February 27th, March 3rd, March 6th
4. Course Runs Tuesday and Thursday March 11 – April 1, 2025
5. Prerequisite Swim Skill Evaluations: April 3rd, April 8th, April 10th
6. Course Runs: Monday – Thursday April 21-24, 12 – 8:30 pm
7. Prerequisite Swim Skill Evaluations: April 29th, May 1st 6:15 – 8 pm
8. Course Runs Tuesday and Thursday: May 8-29, 5-9 pm

Must attend all skills classes to receive certification.

Contact Lisa Woodall, at 413-773-3646 ext 427or lwoodall @your-y.org (email is preferred)

Don’t allow your Lifeguard Certification to lapse – sign up for this recertification class!

LIFEGUARDING RECERTIFICATION COURSES 

1. February 24-26, 5-9 pm
2. April 15-17, 5-9 pm

Contact Lisa Woodall/Aquatics Director [email protected] or call 413-773-3646 ext 427, (email is preferred).

Focus on basic technique of the squat, bench press, and deadlift. The clinic will start by going over basic technique of each lift followed by attendees performing each lift to work on individual form. Training variations as well as assistant exercises for each lift will be addressed. Ideas of how to implement into your training will be discussed.

Open to YMCA members and non-members. All levels welcome!

Empower your summer with Vanessa Chakour, a former pro boxer and NYC coach. This progressive training camp will equip you with a solid foundation in boxing, including footwork, speed bag and heavy bag training, basic defense, and conditioning. Learn in a welcoming, non-contact environment that awakens your primal instincts and empowers you to achieve your goals. Gain confidence, transferable life skills, and a springboard for your ongoing boxing journey.

This one day course will let you experience the use of Scuba equipment and what to expect when going underwater. Classroom from 11-12pm followed by in water training from 12:15-2:15pm.

NAUI certified instructor, Dave MacDonald, leads this class to teach you diving techniques, equipment usage and more.

This 8-week group wellness program is for those in any stage of menopause looking to learn how to strength train safely and effectively in a supportive group setting (includes Peri & Post).

Step into the next phase of life confident and strong. Embrace menopause, not with confusion and isolation, but with a supportive community, and fitness goals that empower. Strength training can increase bone density and muscle mass, offering benefits beyond the physical. Join us on this journey and let’s positively transition together!