CERTIFIED LIFE SAVERS

THE Y CONTINUES TO ADDRESS NYC’S LIFEGUARD SHORTAGE

As part of the new Aquatics Center of Excellence (ACE), the Y offers a free Lifeguard Training & Development Program across the five boroughs.

Since the program started in 2021, nearly 80 people have passed a nationally-recognized lifeguard certification. The certification opens up employment opportunities at the Y and beyond—more than two dozen graduates have already become employees.

Additional class sessions are planned in the coming year to help NYC be ready to swim safely in Summer 2023. Fall 2022 offerings are currently taking place at the Castle Hill, Cross Island, Prospect Park, South Shore, and West Side Ys, and prospective students can learn more at ymcanyc.org/lifeguard.•

Future lifeguards practice lifesaving skills at the West Side Y.