Lifeguard Certifications

Colony West Swim Club Cert Dates

Due to certification changes, at this time we are not offering lifeguard certification classes at Colony West Swim Club. Below we have listed other local certification options. Lifeguard certifications from other organizations or locations are accepted.

Other Springfield Illinois Certifications

For new or renewing guards, there are other locations in Springfield where certifications and recertifications are offered before our season.

Springfield YMCA

LocationDateCost
Kerasotes YMCAApril 7thFree to public or Y members
Kerasotes YMCAJune 2-6Free to public or Y members

Please check the Springfield YMCA website for more information.

Springfield Park District

LocationDatesCost
Eisenhower Aquatic CenterApr 18-20$300
Eisenhower Aquatic CenterMay 16-18$300

Please check the Springfield Park District for more information.

Other Central Illinois Certifications

Students away for school may have more options for their recertifications. For those outside of Central Illinois, we encourage you to check out the local park district or YMCA for certification options. Below are some certification options that may be applicable to our college students.

LocationDatesCostCert Type
Bloomington YMCAApril and May$300Red Cross
Peoria YMCAMay$300Red Cross
Champaign YMCAMarch, April, May$250/$350Red Cross
Christian County YMCAMarch$150/$175Red Cross
Edwardsville YMCAMay$275Red Cross