Swimming and Aquatics

Step 1: Bronze Medallion

Teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education – judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. Lifesavers develop fitness and endurance in a timed swim.

Prerequisite: 13 yrs of age and/or Bronze Star

Step 2: Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR 'C'

Designed to challenge the lifesaver in a more advanced setting, this course teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures and teamwork. Lifesavers learn how to rescue a spinal–injured victim as well as completing multiple victim rescues.

Prerequisite:  Bronze Medallion

NOTE: Emergency First Aid is required.  We offer the higher level of Standard First Aid with the course for your convenience.

Step 3: NEW! Assistant Instructors 

Through classroom learning and in-water practice, the Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor course prepares candidates to help instructors with swimming and lifesaving classes. Volunteering with lessons is part of the program.

Full details may be found here.

Prerequisites: 14 years of age by end of course; Bronze Cross or higher certification

Step 4: Lifesaving Society 'Swim for Life' and 'Life Saving Instructor' course

The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course prepares the instructor to teach and evaluate the swimming strokes and related skills found in the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, planning skills, and a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques.
The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course is designed to further develop instructional and leadership concepts, preparing instructors to teach the Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze Medal awards and Emergency first aid as offered by the Lifesaving Society. Full details may be found here.

Prerequisites: 15 years of age by end of course; Bronze Cross certification

Step 4: The National Lifeguard Award

This award builds on the fundamental principles taught in the previous lifesaving awards. Recognized as the standard of lifeguard performance in Canada, Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard education is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment and a mature and responsible attitude towards the role of a lifeguard.  Candidates should be prepared for the standard of fitness required for this level. Full details may be found here.

Prerequisites:  Bronze Cross; must be 15 yrs. of age; a current Standard First aid course

Step 5: Maintenance

Recertification is required every two years to maintain active status:

NLS Recertification Course

Candidates should be prepared for new standards to be evaluated, including timed items.

Standard First Aid/CPR 'C' Course

Providing comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR, this course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid including spinal injuries, medical/legal issues, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries as well as burns.  Including CPR 'C' certification and an introduction to the use of AEDs (Automated External Defibrillation), this course is recognized by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). Full details may be found here.

Lane swimming

Our lane swimming program is for swimming laps only.

Family swimming

Our family swims are open to all ages. This is a recreational swim. Come out and be active with friends and family.

Aqua Fitness

Try one of our aquatic fitness classes. This low resistance exercise is a great way to stay fit!