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All courses have a registration deadline of 48 hours before the course is scheduled to begin.
Candidates cannot withdraw from the course after the registration deadline.
Courses must have a minimum of 4 candidates to run.

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AQ Jr Lifeguards
More action, more options, more fun! The Junior Lifeguard Club offers a unique aquatic alternative for those kids who love the water and who want more than “lessons”. The Junior Lifeguard Club keeps kids interested and active in aquatics - especially quick learners and those caught between levels. It is perfect for youth who thrive in an energetic learning environment.
Prerequisite: Must have completed swimmer 5 or equivalent

Winter session: 8 weeks / 8 classes 
$54 members / $60 non-members
Ages 8 - 16


JR LIFEGUARD CLUB
TBD

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AQ Bronze Star

The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Star develops swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and personal fitness. Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills, and apply fitness principles in training workouts. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion and provides a fun introduction to lifesaving sport.

Prerequisite:
Swimmer 7- 9 and minimum of age 10+ is recommended
Members $99 +Tax, Non-Members $110 +Tax *includes books


BRONZE STAR/BASIC FIRST AID
July 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th
9-11:30am 


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AQ Bronze Medallion

Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.

Prerequisite: Bronze Star OR 13+ years of age
Members $121.50 +Tax, Non-Members $135 +Tax *Books not included

*Bronze Medallion and Cross have mandatory candidate materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual and the Canadian Lifesaving First Aid Manual. These books could be borrowed from siblings, friends, or can be purchased at the Welcome Desk. These are also the same materials that are provided with Bronze Star.



BRONZE MEDALLION/BEGINNER WORKPLACE FIRST AID

July 17th - 20th
July 24th - 27th 
9am-12pm 

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AQ emergency first aid

Beginner Workplace First Aid is for people who want a general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. 

Skills include:  victim assessment, CPR, choking and what to do for external bleeding, heart attack, stroke, wounds and burns. 
Includes CPR-C Certification.
Members $76.50+Tax, Non-Members $85+Tax  *Books not included
YOUTH/ADULTS (13+)


Beginner Workplace First Aid is for people who want a general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. 
Skills include:  victim assessment, CPR, choking and what to do for external bleeding, heart attack, stroke, wounds and burns. 
Includes CPR-C Certification.
Members $52.50+Tax, Non-Members $64+Tax (includes books)
YOUTH/ADULTS (13+)


BEGINNER WORKPLACE FIRST AID + CPR C + AED 
(1-day course)
Date: TBD










BEGINNER WORKPLACE FIRST AID + CPR C + AED RECERTIFICATION (4-hour course)
Date: TBD

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AQ standard first aid

Intermediate Workplace First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR.  Incorporating all of Beginner Workplace First Aid, the course is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including:  legal implication of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies.  Includes CPR-C Certification.
Members $108+Tax, Non-Members $120+Tax **includes books
YOUTH/ADULTS (13+)

Intermediate Workplace First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR.  Incorporating all of Beginner Workplace First Aid, the course is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including:  legal implication of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies.  Includes CPR-C Certification.
Members $76.50 +Tax, Non-Members $85 +Tax (includes books)
YOUTH/ADULTS (13+)


INTERMEDIATE WORKPLACE FIRST AID + CPR C + AED 
(2-day course)
Date: TBD

INTERMEDIATE WORKPLACE FIRST AID + CPR C + AED RECERTIFICATION (1-day course)
Date: TBD


AQ Bronze Cross

The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.

Prerequisite:
 Bronze Medallion
Members $153 +Tax, Non-Members $170 +Tax *Books not included
YOUTH/ADULTS (13+)
For lifeguard course: new minimum age is 15

BRONZE CROSS/INTERMEDIATE WORKPLACE FIRST AID with CPR-C + AED

July 31st - August 4th
August 8th - 11th 
9am - 1pm
 

AQ National Life Guard

Recognized as the standard measurement of lifeguard performance in Canada, National Lifeguard 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. The National Lifeguard’s primary role is the prevention of emergency situations and where this fails, the timely and effective resolution of emergencies.

Prerequisite: Must be 15 years old by course end date, and have proof of completion of Bronze Cross with IWFA

Members $211.50 +Tax, Non-Members $235 +Tax **includes books
YOUTH/ADULTS (16+)
Potential Candidates who have successfully completed Bronze Cross without Intermediate Workplace First Aid can contact Joanna at jphillips@therecc.ca for more information on how to obtain Standard First Aid prior to the course start date.


NATIONAL LIFEGUARD
August 21st - 25th 9am-6pm
August 28th 9am-2pm

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AQ NLG RECERT NLG Recert

Recognized as the standard measurement of lifeguard performance in Canada, National Lifeguard 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. The National Lifeguard’s primary role is the prevention of emergency situations and where this fails, the timely and effective resolution of emergencies.
*Recertification every 2 years
Prerequisite: must provide most recent copy of National Lifeguard-Pool certification. (Need not be current a certification)
Members $64.50 +Tax, Non-members $78.00 +Tax *Books not included
YOUTH/ADULTS (15+)

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION
TBD

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AQ Swim for Life

In this course, candidates will become certified to teach the Lifesaving Society's Swim for Life program. This is the certification required to teach swimming lessons at most aquatic facilities. Candidates will learn the required skills to teach all ages, and gain a thorough understanding of how to move in the water for the purpose of teaching swimming lessons.

Note: Practice teaching hours may be required outside of course time in order to complete certification.

Prerequisite: Candidates must provide proof of Bronze Cross certification and be 15 years old before the end of the course.
Members TBD, Non-Members $175 + Tax

Note: 
Practice teaching hours may be required outside of course time in order to complete certification.

SWIM FOR LIFE INSTRUCTOR COURSE
August 11th 4pm-8pm
August 12th & 13th 10am-6pm 


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