The YWCA Lower Cape Fear is proud to offer lifeguarding classes every spring.

Lifeguard Class Cost: $275*

The following items are needed for class:

rescue-ready bathing suit

towel

lifeguard manual (provided by YWCA)

snacks & water

CPR pocket masks (provided by YWCA)

This class requires online prework that must be completed prior to the first day of class. This prework will be emailed to the course participant at least 1 week prior to the first class session.

The first class of each session meets poolside for a pre-test. The pre-test consists of a 200-yard swim (150 yd swim, 2 minute tread without using hands, 50 yd swim), and a timed event to retrieve a 10 lb brick in the 8 1/2 foot water.

Individuals must be 15 years old to participate.

Four students are needed to conduct a class with no more than ten students.

*A $50 non refundable deposit is required to register and reserve a space in the course. This fee is forfeited if the participant cannot pass the swim test, does not attend the class or if they need to transfer to another date.

2026 class schedule will be posted December of 2025

The YWCA Lower Cape Fear is proud to offer recertification review classes for lifeguarding, first aid and CPR/PR each spring.

Recertification Class Cost: $150*

These are 12-hour review classes lasting between 2 days. If you have a pocket mask, please bring it with you to class. There will be a written and practical test for all re-certifications.

Classes are limited to ten participants and four must be signed up to conduct the class.

*A $50 non refundable deposit is required to register and reserve a space in the course.

Proof of current certification is required before beginning the class.

2026 class schedule will be posted December of 2025

YWCA Membership is NOT required for lifeguard training courses.

Registration is available in person, by phone or online.

To register in person, stop by the YWCA Aquatics Center located at 2815 S. College Rd during pool operating hours.

To register by phone, call 910-799-6820 x109 during pool operating hours. If we do not answer, please leave us a message!

If you choose to register online, please continue reading for important instructions:

If you are currently a YWCA member or have been in the recent past you can retrieve that membership login by following the link above and then by clicking “Login”. DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. If you are experiencing issues accessing your current or past account, email pool@ywca-lowercapefear.org and we will assist with resetting your password.

If you are not currently a YWCA member, you do not need to be a member to register for Lifeguard certification courses. Go to the link above and select “Sign Up”. Scroll to the bottom and choose the “Non Member” option for $0.00.

A $50 non refundable deposit is required to hold a space in the course. Remaining course fees will be charged after successful completion of the pre-course swimming skills the first pool day of the course.

All YWCA annual memberships are non-refundable.

For more information, contact:

Aileen Sutton

Aquatics Director

E: pooldir@ywca-lowercapefear.org

P: 910-799-6820, extension 110