Aquatic Performance Plus
Aquatic Leadership Courses
Bronze Star - Get a head start by taking BRONZE STAR. A great course that will help prepare you for Bronze Medallion by working on your swimming skills and rescue abilities. Must be 12 years of age.
Bronze Medallion - This is a pre-requisite for all advanced Lifesaving education. This course teaches responses to complex water rescue situations. It develops physical fitness, decision-making and judgement skills. Must be 13 years of age before the last class or hold bronze star.
Emergency First Aid with CPR "B"- This course covers general knowledge of First Aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills include victim assessment, rescue breathing, CPR, choking, and what to do for external bleeding, heart attack, and stroke. Pre-requisite for Bronze Cross.
Bronze Cross - Bronze Cross challenges Life Savers with more advanced training and introduces safe supervision in aquatic facilities, the principles of teamwork, procedures and use of special equipment. Must hold Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid with CPR B. Bronze Cross is a pre-requisite for all advanced training including NLS and Instructor certifications.
Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI) - This course introduces candidates to the foundation of instructional skills by focusing on the theoretical knowledge that supports learning and teaching. It focuses on teaching methods, learning styles, physical principles, progressions, communication, safety supervision and feedback. Candidates are also provided the opportunity to demonstrate and be evaluated on their understanding of skills and knowledge, through a twenty hour practical teaching experience and hands-on assignments. Candidates must be 15 years or older and must be able to perform Red Cross Swim Kids 10 (AquaQuest level 12) strokes and skills.
Standard First Aid - Provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR Basic Rescuer (level C). This course is designed for those who require a more in-dept understanding of first aid including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone or joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies. Incorporates all of Emergency First Aid. This course is a pre-requisite for NLS.
N.L.S. Fitness - This course acts as an opportunity for those who have Bronze Cross but are not 16 years of age to become familiar with the NLS physical standards and evaluation criteria. Candidates will practice the four physical standards, drowning victim procedures - with and without the use of an aid, seizure management, spinal boarding (2 man & 4 man) and victim simulations. This is not a certification course but the opportunity to practice N.L.S. skills prior to the course.
National Lifeguard Service (N.L.S.) - This course is a nationally recognized Lifeguarding program. The course emphasizes teamwork, leadership and communication in prevention of accidents and treatment of medical emergencies. Must be 16 years of age before the last class. Must hold Bronze Cross and current Standard First Aid/CPR "C".
Red Cross/LifeSaving Instructor Course - Successful Candidates will be qualified to instruct the Red Cross Swim program and programs from the Lifesaving Society of Canada. Must be 16 years of age before the last class and hold a current Bronze Cross or NLS and have completed Red Cross AWSI. Course offered in Spring session only.
PLEASE NOTE: Proof of pre-requisites must be shown and copied at the time of registration. There are some additional materials needed for some courses, which are listed on the registration forms. Exam fees are extra and are paid at time of registration.
IMPORTANT: Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and NLS are examined week 10. The times for the exams cannot be changed. Age requirements are strictly upheld. Anything less than 100% attendance may affect completion of the course. 100% attendance is mandatory for the NLS course.
Please click here (coming soon) for an overview of the Steps to become a Lifeguard/Aquatic Instructor.
Lifesaving Society Programs
Rookie Patrol - Endurance challenge 100 metres. Victim recognition, fitness training, rescue drills, lifesaving kick 25 metres. Rescue breathing. Underwater swim 5 metres. (45 minutes)
Ranger Patrol - Endurance challenge 200 metres. Victim recognition and avoidance, entries, rescues, search skills, removals, rescue breathing, fitness training. (45 minutes)
Star Patrol - Endurance challenge 300 metres. Removals, defenses, rescues and rescue skills, obstructed airway procedures, fitness training. (45 minutes)
Life Saving Fitness - Pre-requisite: 30 years of age or under or medical approval. The course teaches the importance of physical fitness in lifesaving. Includes how to measure, monitor and maintain personal physical fitness. You can earn bronze, silver or gold level fitness standards.
Jr. Lifeguard Club - Not Available More action, more options, more fun! The Junior Lifeguard Club offers a unique aquatic alternative for youth who love the water and want to learn basic first aid and rescues skills, participate in lifesaving fitness and build friendships. Participants challenge themselves for personal bests, get fit, make friends and have a great time. Great for those between levels or programs. Must be able to swim 25m and tread water for 1 minute. Ages: 8 - 15.
Click here for Swim Patrol Rookie, Ranger & Star Registration Form (PDF)
Click here for Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, A.W.S.I. Registraion Form (PDF)
Click here for NLS Registration Form (PDF)
Click here for NLS Recertification Form (PDF)
Click here for REVISED Red Cross / Lifesaving Instructor Course (PDF)
Click here for REVISED Red Cross instructor Recertification Form (PDF)
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