Are you interested in turning your swimming talent into a career?

Or are you looking forward to working in the fastest-growing blue economy?

Well, all you need is a YMCA lifeguard training course to get started.

That being so, read this article to the very last word to learn more about the YMCA lifeguard training course.

Let’s get started…

YMCA lifeguard training course (All you need to know)

To begin with:

What is the YMCA lifeguard training course all about?

Well, it is a training program for interested swimmers to learn how to prevent injuries and respond to emergencies at any aquatic body. It is also known as the YMCA lifesaving course.

It focuses on water rescue and safety, preparing lifeguards to anticipate and prevent dangers.

In short, this YMCA lifeguard training course is primarily intended for those with strong swimming skills and a desire to ensure the safety of others in and around water.

Furthermore, this course goes beyond basic lifeguarding skills and includes CPR, first aid, and AED training.

It is typically a good course if you want to advance in your swimming career and life skills.

You can also become a coach or trainer after obtaining a lifesaving certificate.

With this program, you may be able to find work at swimming pools, beaches, water parks, and other aquatic facilities.

By the end of the course, you will have learned the following skills:

• Dry rescues and techniques
• Emergency water entries
• Lifesaving strokes
• CPR, ear and first aid
• Survival skills

Having said that, the lifeguard training course is open to a wide range of people, including:

• Aspiring lifeguards looking for comprehensive training
• Recreational swimmers who want to improve their safety awareness
• Parents or caregivers who want to ensure their families’ safety around water

With that in mind, it’s worth noting that the YMCA lifeguard is only available at the Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre, which was founded in the 1980s and provides excellent swimming pools and aquatic activities.

The following are the full course details:

YMCA lifeguard training course at Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre

Requirements:

So, in order to enroll in this program, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must be a competent swimmer.
• You must have a valid YMCA membership; however, if you do not have a valid membership, you must pay the following fees:
• 29 years and below Kshs. 500 (annually)
• 30 years and above Kshs. 1,000 (annually)
• Life membership (optional): Kshs. 10,000

In addition, you must take a refresher course, which costs Kshs. Kshs. 3,000.

Other important details:

Fees:

The total cost of the course is Kshs. 30,000, payable in installments.

Course duration:

This program lasts six months, after which you will receive a certificate indicating that you are a qualified lifeguard.

Intakes:

The Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre typically has two intakes per year, in the months of January and July.

Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre branches

The Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre has branches all over the country, including the following:

• Busia Branch
• Chavakali Branch
• Kilifi Branch
• Kisumu Branch
• Meru Branch
• Mombasa Branch
• Githumu Branch
• Indangalasia Branch
• Kondo Branch
• Nairobi Central Branch
• Nairobi South Branch
• Nyeri Branch
• Nakuru Branch
• Naivasha Branch
• Mugona Branch
• Shauri Moyo Branch
• Thika Branch

The Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre location and contacts

Physical location: Their main branch is located in Nairobi, along State House road.

Phone no.: If you have any questions, please contact the Aquatics manager at 0702 221 821 for more assistance.

Email address: chris@ymcakenya.org

Now, aside from the Kenya YMCA Aquatics Centre, you can also learn about the lifeguard training course with the Lifesaving Africa Rescuers.

Here are more details…

Lifesaving course with the Lifesaving Africa Rescuers

To begin, Lifesaving Africa Rescuers is an accredited body that offers lifesaving courses, first aid courses, pool management courses, learn-to-swim courses, scuba diving courses, flood safety courses, and flood rescue courses.

Their trainings are typically held in various locations with swimming pools, such as:

• Thika Road in Ruaraka
• Ruiru
• Kiambu Road
• Thika Road Roasters
• Mombasa Road
• Ruaka
• South C
• Kitengela

Courses offered

• Lifesaving course

Course duration: 2 months

Fees: Kshs. 46,000

The following is a breakdown of the fees:

Registration fee: Kshs. 1,000

Membership fee: Kshs. 2,000

Unit 1 (basic lifesaving): Kshs.12,000

Unit 2 (advanced lifesaving): Kshs. 12,000

Unit 3 (senior lifesaving): Kshs. 12,000

Examination fee: Kshs. 7,000

TOTAL FEE: KSHS. 46,000

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Other related courses

• Survivor swimming course

Course duration: 2 weeks

Fees: Kshs. 15,000

• Lifesaving refresher course

Course duration: 1 week

Fees: Kshs. 10,000

Click here to book a course at a location near you.

Lifesaving Africa Rescuers contacts:

Phone no.: 0706 282 783 or 0762 477 734

Email address: info@lifesavingafricarescuers.co.ke

Final word on YMCA lifeguard training course

So, that’s all there is to know about the YMCA lifeguard training course, including what it entails, qualifications, and where to study, among other things.

Enroll in the course today to advance your swimming career!

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