This course is a pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion and a fun introduction to lifesaving sport. Bronze Star develops proficiency, lifesaving skill, and personal fitness. Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills, and apply fitness principles in training workouts.

Prerequisite: Swim Patrol experience recommended

$110 members | $120 non-members

This course teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defense and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Includes CPR C.

Prerequisite: Bronze Star or 13 years of age and intermediate First Aid highly recommended.

$174 members | $198 non-members

This program is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard (NL) certification.

Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion AND current Intermediate First Aid.

$132 members | $152 non-members

Lifesaving Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze Medals, Distinction, and Lifesaving Society CPR programs.

Prerequisite: 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher, and Aquatic Teaching Fundamentals

$175 members | $200 non-members

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs.

Prerequisite: 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher, and Aquatic Teaching Fundamentals recommended.

$225 members | $250 non-members  

This first aid program provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as: medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C and AED certification. This is a Lifesaving Society Course and is OH&S recognized.

Prerequisites: minimum 13 years old.

$145 members | $164 non-members

This course offers a refresher and official re-certification of Intermediate First Aid (including CPR-C and AED) for those with a current IFA certificate.

Prerequisite: Current Intermediate First Aid

$86 members | $99 non-members

Recognized as the standard for lifeguards in Canada, NL training develops a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment, and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard.

Prerequisites: Bronze Cross, current Intermediate First Aid (IFA or AEC), 15 years of age.

$349 members | $399 non-members

This course offers a refresher and official re-certification of National Lifeguard (NL) & Oxygen Administration (including CPR/AED/O2 re-certification) for those with a current NL and IFA (Intermediate First Aid) certificates.

Prerequisites: Proof of current NL and Intermediate First Aid

$101 members | $116 non-members