Next Set Youth Lessons (Ages: 5 and up):
Swimmer 1 - 6
Rookie, Ranger and Star Patrol

SUMMER LESSONS:
July 8 - July 18
July 22 - Aug. 1
Aug. 5 - Aug. 15
Aug. 19 - Aug. 29
9:15 - 10:00 a.m., 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. or 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
COST: $29.75 Local
$34.75 Out of Area

INFANT & PRESCHOOL LESSONS
Parent and Tot 1, 2, 3, Preschool 1 - 5
Monday - Friday
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. / 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
6:00 - 6:30 p.m. / 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Monday Classes:
July 7 - Aug. 18

Tues. - Fri. Classes:
July 8 - Aug. 12

COST: $25.50 Local
$30.50 Out of Area

PARENT AND TOT
Especially for children aged 4 months to 3+ years and their caregivers. Based on the principle "Within Arms Reach", the Parent & Tot levels focus on close playful interaction and shared fun between child, caregiver and water. Activities and progressions are based on child development, so parents register in the level appropriate for their child's age. Through safety tips provided, caregivers learn what it takes to make Water Smart® choices.
Cost: $25.50 local
$30.50 Out of County

PRESCHOOL
The Swim for Life Preschool program gives children a head start on learning to swim. These 2-5 year old preschoolers learn to be comfortable in the water and have fun. They develop a foundation of water skills and a healthy respect for the water before getting in too deep. Water Smart® education is taught in all Preschool levels.
Cost: $25.50 local
$30.50 Out of County

SWIMMER
The Swim for Life Swimmer progressions challenge school aged children 5 years and older to learn safe entries, deep water support, underwater skills, and swimming strokes. These Swimmer levels also develop everlasting habits for healthy, active living. Water Smart® education is part of every level. There are now six levels to work through and a concentration on the key strokes of front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke.
Cost: $29.75 Local
$34.75 Out of Area

ROOKIE, RANGER AND STAR PATROL
The Lifesaving Society's Canadian Swim Patrol Program is for youths looking for something different than regular learn-to-swim programs. Using a work hard/play hard approach, swimmers develop swimming strength and efficiency with emphasis on personal responsibility. Each level of the Canadian Swim Patrol Program has three modules: Water Proficiency, First Aid, and Recognition & Rescue. Swim Patrollers work on content appropriate to their ability and interest.
Cost: $29.75 Local
$34.75 Out of Area

PRIVATE TUTORING
Need a little extra work on a few skills or need to complete one or two skills to complete a level? Try a session or two of private lessons. Available for all levels.
Cost: $16.75/half hour
Book at the front desk.

Bronze Star: the pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. In Bronze Star, participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills as individuals and in partners. They learn CPR and develop Water Smart® confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard.


Bronze Medallion: teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodies in the four components of water rescue education: judgement, knowledge, skill, and fitness. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defence and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Completing Bronze Medallion also certifies the swimmer with a CPR-A certificate.
Prerequisite: 13 yrs or Bronze Star


Bronze Cross: designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including and introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Completing Bronze Cross also certifies the swimmer with a CPR-C certificate. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certification.
Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion


Lifesaving Instructor:
Lifesaving Instructors are trained to teach and evalutate the three Canadian Swim Patrol Program awards, as well as the Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, and Distinction certifications. Lifesaving Instructors are also qualified to teach Lifesaving Skindiving and upon doing so are qualified as Lifesaving Skindiving Instructors.

Instructor candidates are trained in aspects of learning as well as various approaches required to teach water rescue, first aid, and related aquatic skills in the Canadian Lifesaving Program. Candidates also learn about long-range and short-term planning, class management, safety supervision and the principles of evaluation.


Standard First Aid & Level "C" CPR & AED Take your first aid and CPR training. Lifesaving Standard First Aid (LSFA) provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as: medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C certification. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) provides knowledge of how the heart works and what goes wrong when defibrillation is required. Participants learn when and how to operate an automated external defibrillator.


National Lifeguard Service:
The Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification builds on the fundamental skills, knowledge and values taught in the prerequisite Lifesaving Society lifesaving certifications.

Recognized as the standard for lifeguards in Canada, NLS training develops a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard.

The primary role of the NLS lifeguard is the prevention of emergency situations and the timely and effective resolution of emergencies. The NLS certification prepares lifeguards to fulfill this role as professional facilitators of safe, enjoyable aquatics.

The NLS program develops the basic lifeguarding skills, principles, and decision-making process to help lifeguards evaluate and adapt to different aquatic facilities and emergencies. The NLS program cannot in theory or practice prepare candidates for every situation that might occur. Employers must provide inservice training to familiarize their staff with the unique aspects of their aquatic facility.

The NLS certification reflects the Lifesaving Society's standard, publications, and research into drowning and injury prevention, water rescue, and aquatic safety systems.

The NLS certification is backed by a full range of safety services provided by the Society that support the design and operation of safe aquatic facilities that lifeguards work in.

FITNESS:

ADULT SWIM AND FITNESS PROGRAMS

CAMROSE SPRAY PARK

LEISURE ACTIVITY PROGRAM
SUMMER PROGRAMS

Summer Program Brochure

We are now taking registrations for the Summer Program for 2008. Click on the brochure for more information. Registration Forms are also available for download.