Development of front crawl, back crawl, glides, surface support and deep water. Introduction of stride entry, eggbeater and breaststroke. Continuous swim of 50 to 100 metres.
Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Adult Swim 1.
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Apr-03-2023 to Jun-12-2023, Mon, 6:30 - 7pm
This course is generally offered in an extended 9-class format. Bronze Cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures and teamwork. Candidates must be able to swim 400 metres in 11 minutes or less by the course exam date.
Please bring Canadian Lifesaving manual received in Bronze Medallion.
Prerequisites (current or expired): Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid with CPR-B or Standard First Aid with CPR-C from an approved provider.
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Oct-02-2023 to Dec-04-2023, Mon, 4:30 - 7pm
This course is offered with the Lifesaving Society and is generally offered in an intensive weekend format. The Bronze Cross component teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures and teamwork. Candidates must be able to swim 400 metres in 11 minutes or less by the course exam date. The Standard First Aid (CPR C) component teaches in-depth first aid including spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, medical emergencies, and how to use an AED.
Please bring the Canadian Lifesaving manual received in Bronze Medallion.
Prerequisites (current or expired): Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid with CPR-B
For information about attendance, withdrawals and refunds for courses offered with the Lifesaving Society, visit www.toronto.ca/recskills
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Oct-07-2023 to Oct-15-2023, Sun, Sat, 1:30 - 9:30pm
This course is generally offered in an extended 9-class format. The Bronze Medallion component teaches how to manage complex water rescues through the development of physical fitness and judgment skills. Candidates must be able to swim 400 metres in 12 minutes or less by the course exam date. The Emergency First Aid (CPR-B) component teaches victim assessment, CPR and choking, and first aid treatment of external bleeding, heart attack, stroke and wound and burns.
Prerequisite: Minimum age 13 years old or Bronze Star. Candidates with Bronze Star, that are under 13 years of age, can register for this course by calling 416-396-7378 or visiting an in-person registration site.
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Oct-02-2023 to Dec-04-2023, Mon, 4:30 - 7pm
Introduction to entries & exits, submersion & breath control, and basic floats with assistance.
Prerequisite: None
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Apr-03-2023 to Jun-12-2023, Mon, 5 - 5:30pm
This course is offered with the Lifesaving Society. This course teaches in-depth first aid including spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, medical emergencies, and how to use an AED.
Prerequisite: None
For information about attendance, withdrawals and refunds for courses offered with the Lifesaving Society, visit www.toronto.ca/recskills
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Sep-09-2023 to Sep-10-2023, Sun, Sat, 9am - 5:30pm
A program that allows swimmers to work on stroke correction and improving technique through drills and progressions focused on front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke.
Prerequisite: Must be 17+ years old.
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Apr-03-2023 to Jun-12-2023, Mon, 6 - 6:30pm
This course is offered with the Lifesaving Society. Candidates will learn to organize, plan, teach and evaluate lifesaving and first aid skills. Candidates will work to develop skills in the area of class management, teaching, evaluation, leadership, communication and administration. With the successful completion of this course candidates will be qualified to instruct the Toronto Learn to Swim program or the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program.
Prerequisite (current or expired): Minimum age 15 years old and Bronze Cross
For information about attendance, withdrawals and refunds for courses offered with the Lifesaving Society, visit www.toronto.ca/recskills
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Sep-08-2023 to Sep-17-2023, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9pm
Dec-08-2023 to Dec-17-2023, Sun, Fri, Sat, 5 - 9pm
Introduction to entries & exits, submersion & breath control, and basic floats with assistance.
Prerequisite: None
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Apr-03-2023 to Jun-12-2023, Mon, 5:30 - 6pm
Development of surface support, side glide and kicking. Introduction to front crawl, diving and back swim. Continuous swim of 10 metres.
Prerequisite: Successful completion or skill ability equal to Ultra Swim 2 or Preschool Swim 4.
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Apr-03-2023 to Jun-12-2023, Mon, 4:30 - 5pm