Lifesaving & Swim for Life Instructor

The Lifesaving & Swim for Life Instructor program is a 44-hour course that trains participants to teach the Swim for Life and Swim Patrol Programs; and teach and examine Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross.

The successful participants will receive certification in both Swim for Life Instructor & Lifesaving Instructor.

Completion Criteria:

• Attend and participate in 100 % of the course.

• Successfully demonstrate competency in required skills, activities, and final evaluation.

Pre-Course Requirements:

• 15 years of age by final day of course or exam date.

• Bronze Cross (or higher)

Manuals required for the course (available at the pool):
• Canadian Lifesaving Manual
• Lifesaving & Swim for Life Instructor Kit
The following items are required in order to participate in this course:
• 1 CPR pocket mask with a 1-way valve
• 1 whistle (recommended Fox 40)
These items may be purchased at this facility or acquired independently.