RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING WITH BLENDED LEARNING
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 ( Pool lifeguard)
• Retrieve 10 lb brick from bottom of pool

BLENDED LEARNING (approximately 6 hours. MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE FIRST IN-PERSON SKILL SESSION) 

LIFEGUARDING IN-PERSON SKILLS TRAINING (approximately 22 hours) 

Contact the Aquatics Director to schedule your eval with Lisa at [email protected]

Must attend all skills classes to receive certification.

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

Lifeguarding Instructor Course is to train instructor candidates to teach the basic-level course and modules in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program.

Course Prerequisites

Instructor candidates must:

• Be at least 17 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course.
• Possess a current basic-level certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid.
• Obtain all required instructor and participant course materiales before starting the course.
• Successfully complete the online session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course prior to the precourse session.
• Successfully complete the prerequisite skill assessment scenario to continuing in the course.

This is a Blended Learning ( 18 hours ) followed by in-person class time (16 hours ).

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FCY is thrilled to announce YMCA Day at Gillette Stadium!! Our FCY community is invited to cheer on the New England Revolution Soccer Club on Saturday, August 8 at 4:30 pm for a special rate of $31 per ticket!

Before kickoff, enjoy a YMCA tailgate gathering featuring backyard games and a fun space for all. Details on parking and other perks will follow soon.

Don’t miss this chance to cheer on the REVS alongside your fellow YMCA members and supporters. Whether you’re an enthusiastic soccer fan or simply looking for a fun outing, YMCA Day at Gillette Stadium is an event not to be missed.

But hurry, space is limited, and the deadline to reserve your tickets is Monday, June 29. So gather your friends and family, grab your tickets, and get ready for an evening of memories at Gillette Stadium with the YMCA community. Transportation is not provided. If you require more than 6 tickets, please reach out to the Welcome Center.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Saturday, August 8 at 4:30 pm at Gillette Stadium, Foxboro MA
Seats: $31 each person

We all need & deserve to live at ease in our bodies. Join LMT & Roll Model practitioner Jamie Simpson to learn therapy ball basics & beyond, to melt pain & restore range of motion. Price includes one pair of therapy balls for students to keep. Limit 12 participants.

Bonus tip: Did you know FCY offers massages daily? Membership not required (but members get special pricing!). Book your next massage with Jamie or one of our talented therapists by calling the Y!

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!

Women With Weights is an 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). If you have any questions on this class please reach out to Jayne Trosin.

Menopause & Mocktails: Join us on September 15 for an informative talk and discover the latest in menopause care with Dr. Jessica Biggie. Explore updated hormone therapy guidelines, symptom management, lifestyle strategies, and the newest research helping women thrive through every stage of menopause.