# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lifeguard Certification Course
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: This course is for those who wish to become a certified lifeguard. Must be age 15 by course end date.

March 18th: 5PM-8PM, March 19th: 5PM-8PM, March 20th: 5PM-8PM, March 21st: 8AM-6PM, and March 22nd: 8AM-6PM

Attendance at all classes is mandatory. ** Classes will be held at the Butler YMCA **

Swim Test: All candidates must pass the swim test on day one of the course. 75% of the registration fee will be refunded if the student cannot pass the swim test. For more information, please contact the Aquatics Director at the Butler Y at JKnauff@bcfymca.org.

Pre-Swim Test Requirements:
#1: Jump in, submerge, resurface and swim 150 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes, and then swim 50 more yards. While swimming, you must keep your face in the water and demonstrate good breath control. You may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed. When treading, you must use only your legs.

#2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Your face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive (head-first or feet-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted. Exit the water without using a ladder or the steps.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/butler/lifeguard-certification-course/200029490637948
- **Event Categories**: workshops, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Butler
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 339 N Washington St, Butler, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 16001
- **lat**: 40.86446
- **long**: -79.89667
- **full address**: 339 N Washington St, Butler, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 16001

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lifeguard Certification Course being held?
  - **A:** Lifeguard Certification Course takes place on Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 339 N Washington St, Butler, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 16001.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lifeguard Certification Course?
  - **A:** Lifeguard Certification Course is organized by Butler YMCA.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lifeguard Certification Course is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Butler, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lifeguard Certification Course sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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