Swim for Life & Lifesaving Instructor

The Lifesaving and Swim for Life Instructor program is a 44-hour course that trains participants to teach and evaluate Swim for Life and Swim Patrol programs, and teach and examine Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross. The Successful participants will receive certifications in both Swim for Life and Lifesaving Instructor.

Lifesaving & First Aid awards are mailed to successful candidates by the Lifesaving Society. Participants must give prerequisites to the instructor on the first day of class. – 15 years of age. Bronze Cross (or higher).

Manuals required for the course (available at the pool):
· Canadian Lifesaving Manual – approximate cost $ 50.40
· Lifesaving & Swim for Life Instructor Kit- approximate cost $ 144.90

The following items must be purchased in order to participate

· 1 CPR pocket mask with a 1-way valve

· 1 whistle (recommended Fox 40)

· 6 pairs of latex-free gloves

· 2 roller gauzes

· 5 triangular bandages

· 10 gauze pads

· 1 golf pencil

· 1 silver mylar blanket.
You may choose to purchase a leadership kit ($37.96) containing these supplies at this facility or alternatively, you may purchase them on your own. Program includes classroom and water activities -100 % attendance and participation are required.

Dates & Times of Course:
Sunday November 17th 1:00-9:00PM
Monday November 18th 5:00-9:30PM
Sunday November 24th 1:00-9:00PM
Monday November 25th 5:00-9:30PM
Sunday December 1st 1:00-9:00PM
Monday December 2nd 5:00-9:30PM
Sunday December 15th 1:00-9:00PM
Monday December 16th 5:00-9:30PM

*No Classes December 8th & 9th*