An instructional swimming program designed for children, youth and adults with a disability. These programs will require an additional registration process to become eligible to participate.
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Apr-01-2020 to May-27-2020, Wed, 4:30 - 5pm
Apr-01-2020 to May-27-2020, Wed, 5 - 5:30pm
Apr-01-2020 to May-27-2020, Wed, 5:30 - 6pm
Basic swimming skills and water safety. This is an introductory or beginner level. Prerequisite: A keen interest in developing skills and knowledge that promotes safe enjoyment of aquatic environments. Adult 1 develops or increases students' comfort in the water through basic floatation, movement and breathing skills and fosters the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to prepare, stay safe and survive in and around water.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 10 - 11am
Apr-01-2020 to May-27-2020, Wed, 6 - 7pm
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 7 - 8pm
Swimming strokes and water safety. Prerequisite: Ability to swim 15 metres continuously on front or back and a willingness to increase comfort in deep water. Adult 2 develops one or more swimming strokes, working towards proficiency and increased endurance, and introduces or enhances water safety knowledge and skills relevant to the student.
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Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 7 - 8pm
Lifetime swimming fitness and safety. Prerequisite: Ability to swim 50 metres continuously in at least two of the following strokes: front crawl, back crawl, elementary back and confidence to swim in deep water. Adult 3 maintains or increases the students' fitness through stroke improvement in a distance swim setting;introduces other forms of aquatic fitness activities and introduces or enhances water safety knowledge and skills relevant to the student.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 7 - 8pm
This is an intense program designed for individuals who have strong swimming skills.
Please refer to descriptions for both Bronze Medallion/Emergency First Aid and Bronze Cross/SFA for further information.
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Jul-13-2020 to Jul-17-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 7pm
Aug-10-2020 to Aug-14-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 7pm
This course is designed to develop sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgement and a mature, responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard in a pool setting. The program emphasizes teamwork, leadership, communications and the prevention of accidents and the treatment of medical emergencies. Participants are taught advanced lifeguarding skills. This award remains current for two years from the date of certification. Candidates must bring proof of pre-requiste awards. Prerequisites: Minimum age of 16 years and proof of Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid with CPR-C. SFA/CPR-C MUST be from one of the following recognized agencies: Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St. John's Ambulance and Canadian Ski Patrol. If you withdraw or transfer from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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Jul-27-2020 to Jul-31-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 6pm
Aug-24-2020 to Aug-28-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 6pm
Upon successful completion of this program, candidates will be able to instruct the Toronto Learn to Swim program including Guardian, Preschool, Super, Ultra Swim and the lifesaving awards of the Lifesaving Society. Time is devoted in both classroom and water sessions to developing skills in the areas of class management, teaching, evaluation, leadership, communication and administration. This award remains current for two years from the date of certification. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards to the first class. Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 years (by the last day of the course) and Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard. Recommended: Standard First Aid with CPR-C and Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor Course. If you withdraw or transfer from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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Jul-20-2020 to Jul-24-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 6pm
Aug-17-2020 to Aug-21-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 6pm
Oct-03-2020 to Oct-24-2020, Sat, 8:30am - 12:30pm
The Wading Pool Attendant award is designed to provide lifesavers the knowledge and skill to supervise a Wading Pool. In Ontario, a wading pool is a pool of water less than 0.75 metres (2 feet, 6 inches) in depth. This course includes Standard First Aid with CPR-C (unless otherwise noted). If you withdraw from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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May-01-2020 to May-03-2020, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9pm
May-22-2020 to May-24-2020, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9pm
Jun-12-2020 to Jun-14-2020, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9pm
Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion, Emergency First Aid (CPR-B). This course is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures, teamwork, and use of special equipment. Candidates must be able to complete a 600m swim in 18 minutes or less. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for lifeguard training in the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) program and Lifesaving Society Instructors.
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Apr-01-2020 to May-27-2020, Wed, 4:30 - 6:45pm
Prerequisites: Bronze Star or minimum 13 years of age. Teaches young and adult lifesavers alike how to respond in complex water rescue situations. Bronze Medallion develops physical fitness, decision making and judgement skills in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Lifesavers must demonstrate stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Candidates must be able to complete a 500 m swim in 15 minutes or less by the course exam date. Emergency First Aid with CPR-B teaches general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills include: victim assessment, rescue breathing, adult and child CPR and obstructed airway response, identification and treatment of respiratory and circulatory emergencies. Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (CPR-B) are prerequisites for all future lifesaving awards. Candidates that have Bronze Star and are under 13 years of age can register for this course by calling 416-396-7378 or attend an in-person registration site on priority registration days.
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Apr-01-2020 to May-27-2020, Wed, 4:30 - 7:15pm
The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 5:45 - 6:15pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 9 - 9:30am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 11:30am - 12pm
The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
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Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 9 - 9:30am
Safety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 10:30 - 11am
Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 5:15 - 5:45pm
Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 6:30 - 7pm
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 10 - 10:30am
Development of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 10 - 10:30am
Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 5:45 - 6:15pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 10:45 - 11:15am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 10:30 - 11am
Development of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres.
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Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 11 - 11:30am
Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 5:15 - 5:45pm
(Course is combined - candidates may be registered in Rookie, Ranger or Star Patrol - please see individual descriptions.)
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Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 5:15 - 6:15pm
Safety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 7 - 7:30pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 9:45 - 10:15am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 9:30 - 10am
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 6:30 - 7pm
Development of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 6:30 - 7pm
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 5:15 - 5:45pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 9:30 - 10am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 10 - 10:30am
Development of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 7:30 - 8pm
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 11:30am - 12pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 10:30 - 11am
Development of breath control, entries, deepwater techniques, survival skills and front crawl. Introduction to back crawl, combined stroke swims, deep water, descent and ascent, under water swim. HELP position and self-rescue. Continuous swim 25 metres.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Apr-02-2020 to May-28-2020, Thur, 6:30 - 7pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 10 - 10:30am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 9 - 9:30am
Development of front and back crawl, treading skills, simple rescue techniques and deep water abilities. Introduction to surface dives, front dives, whip kick, primary assessment and basic lifesaving skills. Continuous swim 50 metres. Must be comfortable in deep water.
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Mar-31-2020 to May-26-2020, Tue, 5:45 - 6:15pm
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 11:15am - 12pm
Development of shallow dives, eggbeater, foot first surface dive, self rescue and basic lifesaving skills. Introduction to elementary back stroke and artificial respiration. Continous swim 100 metres.
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Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 9 - 9:45am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 10:30 - 11:15am
Development of entries, surface dives, elementary back stroke, kicks, lifesaving & treading skills. Introduction to breast stroke and deep dives. Continous swim 150 metres.
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Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 9 - 9:45am
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 10:30 - 11:15am
Development of deep dives, surface dives with underwater swim, all strokes and kicks. Continuous swim 200 metres.
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Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 9 - 10am
Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 11am - 12pm
Development of self rescue abilities, non contact rescue and stroke improvement. Introduction to stride jump and compact jump. Continous swim 300 metres.
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Apr-04-2020 to May-30-2020, Sat, 11am - 12pm
Apr-05-2020 to May-31-2020, Sun, 9 - 10am
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