Lifeguard & Aquatics Opportunities at the Y! Lifeguard & Aquatics Opportunities at the Y!

Lifeguard & Aquatics Opportunities at the Y!

Summer Incentive for Lifeguards and Swim Instructors 18+: $21 per hour all Summer long (7/1/2024 – 9/8/2024)

Where a Career Becomes a Calling

Becoming a lifeguard teaches a lot about responsibility for yourself and others and will provide personal growth, teamwork skills, self-confidence, and more! Our lifeguards are serving their community while working to make the world a safer place, one pool and day at a time! Lifeguarding is a great first job, summer job, and our flexible work shifts make it an ideal part time or second job!

Free Lifeguard Certification!

 
The YMCA of Greater Boston provides FREE lifeguard certification through the YMCA of the USA (over a $300 value). This certification is valid for 2 years and includes Basic Life Support/Adult and Pediatric First Aid/Emergency Use of Oxygen. These are important safety skills to have for both in and out of work and provide excellent personal growth and professional advancement!

For more information about upcoming lifeguard classes please contact Aquatics@ymcaboston.org.

Lifeguard Spring/Summer Training Schedule

Please note you will need to create a Y-USA account and sign-in before you can sign up for the training.
 

Oak Square YMCA – Lifeguard Crossover Course (From Red Cross to YMCA)
Email Shea at swilkinsfleck@ymcaboston.org for details.
Dates: July 27-28 | 7am-3pm
Registration Deadline: July 27
 
SIGN UP
 
Burbank YMCA – Lifeguard Full Training
Email Stephanie at stephaniesmith@ymcaboston.org for details.
Dates: July 29 – Aug 2 | 9am – 4:30pm
Registration Deadline: July 25
 
SIGN UP
 
Oak Square YMCA – Lifeguard Full Training
Email Shea at swilkinsfleck@ymcaboston.org for details.
Dates: August 13-16 | 7am-3pm
Registration Deadline: August 13
 
SIGN UP

Interested in other Aquatics positions, or making Aquatics a career? Check out all of our Aquatics openings below!

View Aquatics Jobs

Need more information or want to speak with someone? Please fill out the form below.

Lifeguard Interest Form

Which Y Center Would You Like To Work At? Check All That Apply(Required)

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise

Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.

WATER FITNESS

Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!

Programs
Locations
Adult Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.

Parkway Community
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise

Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.

WATER FITNESS

Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!

Programs
Locations
Adult Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.

Parkway Community
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang