City of Buffalo/Buffalo PAL Lifeguard Certification Registration

Program Registration

You've reached the registration page. Be sure to only complete this form once for the each youth that will be registering for this activity.

If there are any updates to your previously entered information, please do not fill out another registration. Instead, contact PAL staff directly at policeathleticleague@city-buffalo.com.

Program Information:

January Session

Saturdays & Sundays
1/14, 1/15, 1/21, 1/22, 1/28
8:30am-5pm
Cazenovia Pool

February Session

Monday - Friday
2/20/23-2/24/23
8:30am-5pm
Cazenovia Pool

March Session

Saturdays & Sundays
3/4, 3/5, 3/11, 3/12, 3/18
8:30am-5pm
Cazenovia Pool

April Session

Monday - Friday
4/3/23-4/7/23
8:30am-5pm
Cazenovia Pool

UPDATED: ELGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·      Youth who CAN already swim with proficiency
·      Youth who are 16 years old before the first Class
·      Preference given to youth who reside in the City of Buffalo and attend a Buffalo Public School
·      Youth MUST be able to commit to the full 32-hour courseThe curriculum to become a certified lifeguard has been developed under the guidance of the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council, a group of nationally recognized experts that reviews the curriculum to ensure that the information provided offers the latest science.

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding classes are designed to teach you not only the basics in water safety but also the proper protocol when dealing with any emergencies around water. The Red Cross blends both traditional lecture style along with crucial hands-on training in order to teach you effective techniques to deliver prompt care to those in need. Learn how to respond safely and efficiently to water emergencies with lifeguard classes from the American Red Cross.