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Aquatic Leadership Development:
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a lifeguard instructor or attendant? Well here’s your chance to learn all about it! To get started, read about our positions and the minimum qualifications for a variety of aquatic job positions!
Contact our Recreation Manager to see how you can join our exciting team!
Lifeguard Instructor:
Become a Lifeguard Instructor! An important job which emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and life skills. If you are interested in instructing the Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross courses offered by the Lifesaving Society, you are required to also complete the Lifesaving Mega Course.
Prerequisites: 16 years of age, Standard First Aid, Bronze Cross, (NLS) National Lifeguard Service, and (WSI)) Water Safety Instructor
Aquatic Attendants:
Aquatic Attendants receive the public at the front gate and at the slide tower to ensure compliance to policy in an effort to maximize safe use of the facility. This is a great experience towards becoming a lifeguard!
Prerequisite: 15 years of age, Bronze Medallion & Standard First Aid
Bronze Medallion:
No Scheduled Classes
If class happens to be full, please register for the wait-list, so you can be offered the next available spot.
Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles that make up the four components of water rescue – judgement, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows, carries, and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Lifesavers learn to respond to increasingly complex situations involving conscious and unconscious victims in contact and non-contact rescues. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance with a timed swim. $180.00
Prerequisite: You must be 13 years of age & Star or SK 10 recommended, attend EVERY CLASS and pass the FINAL EXAM to be certified. There will be no make up classes. You must be PROMPT in attending all classes.
Bronze Cross:
No Scheduled Classes
If class happens to be full, please register for the wait-list, so you can be offered the next available spot.
Bronze cross is designed for more advanced training including an introduction to providing safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures and teamwork, and how to rescue spinal-injured, submerged and pulseless victims. $150.00
Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion, attend EVERY CLASS and pass the FINAL EXAM to be certified. There will be no make up classes. You must be PROMPT in attending all classes. Participant is responsible for bringing Canadian Lifesaving manual, Barrier Device and Whistle
National Lifeguard Service (NLS) :
Course 1:
Monday March 31 – Friday April 4th
Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Course 2:
Friday May 2: 5:30 – 10:00pm
Saturday May 3: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday May 4: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday May 30: 5:30 – 10:00pm
Saturday May 31: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday June 1: 8:00am – 5:00pm
NLS builds on the skills, knowledge and values that the Lifesaving Society teaches in its Pre-Bronze and Bronze Medal awards to develop the practical skills and knowledge required by lifeguards. Recognized as the standard measure of lifeguard performance in Canada, NLS education is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment, and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard. $360.00 (required to lifeguard in MB at 16 years of age)
Prerequisite: Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid and minimum of 15 years of age.
National Lifeguard Service Recertification (NSL Recertification):
Saturday May 3: 5:30- 9:30pm
Instructor: Dean Janzen $127.00
Swim for Life Instructor: (SFL)
No Scheduled Classes
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. Includes Manual. $255.00
Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the end of the course; current Bronze Cross certification
Swim for Life Instructor (Recertification):
Instructor: Donald Rey $127.00
No Scheduled Classes
CPR Level C/AED:
5 Hours
No Scheduled Classes
Courses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) provide the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking for adults, children, and babies depending on the level of CPR chosen. All include training in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Courses offer training suitable for workplace or general interest. Includes the latest CPR guidelines.
Emergency First Aid & CPR:
8 Hours
No Scheduled Classes
Simple First Aid & CPR techniques taught in an interactive environment, for individuals who want an overview of First Aid & CPR for the workplace or home. The course covers skills needed to recognize, prevent and respond to cardiovascular emergencies for Adults, CPR Level A, AED, and other topics such as choking, airway and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission. $110.00
Standard First Aid & CPR:
14 Hours
No Scheduled Classes
Comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for those who need training for work requirements, or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the workplace or home. The course covers a variety of topics from basic The course covers a variety of topics from basic (such as cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level A, AED, prevention of disease transmission) to in-depth topics, such as sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine. $145.00
Red Cross Babysitter’s Course:
7 Hours
No Scheduled Classes
This course focuses on teaching participants the essential skills needed to be a responsible child-care giver and which steps necessary to take in emergency situations. They will be armed with the proper knowledge and will feel confident when it comes to the needs and safety of children of all ages. Participants will receive a Canadian Red Cross Babysitter’s certificate upon successful completion . $68.00
Prerequisite: Minimum of 12 years of age or turning 12 within the next 6 months