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Lifeguard Instructor Course

Make a difference by teaching lifeguarding skills! This instructor course prepares you to train others in water safety, rescue techniques, and emergency response. Certified instructors are in high demand, offering you:
  • Professional growth: Gain valuable teaching experience and expertise.
  • Expanded employment opportunities: Instruct at pools, beaches, and aquatic facilities.
  • Public confidence: Your work fosters a safer environment for swimmers.
Invest in your community and help prevent aquatic accidents. This course costs only $100 (refundable after 4 training sessions in 2025-2026) for West Seneca Youth & Recreation.
Ready to take the plunge? Email lmasset@twsny.org to express your interest/apply, please attach your required prerequisites to the email.
Course Details: February 18, 19, & 20, 2025 (in-person) + Online training assigned beforehand.
Who can participate? Prerequisites: 
  • Age: Be at least 17 years old by the last day of the course.
  • Certifications: You must hold a current American Red Cross certification (valid during the course) in one of these combinations:
    • Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
    • Lifeguarding/First Aid + (either) CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer OR CPR/AED for Lifeguards
Important Note: CPR certification is only valid one year from the issuance date, regardless of the expiration date printed on the card.

Join us and become a lifeguarding hero!
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