aquatic leadership 2014

Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation

leadershipAQUATIC

January to December

2014

Become a

lifeguard or

swim instructor.

toronto.ca/swim

COURSES INCLUDE: Bronze Medals First Aid & CPR Courses Aquafitness Instructor Course NLS Advanced Leadership

OTHER INFORMATION: Competitive Lifesaving B.O.A.T. Course Wading Pool Attendant Employment Opportunities

TABLE OF CONTENTSRegistration Information . . . . . . . . . . . 2Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Employment Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 6Program Continuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Pool Locations & Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Competitive Lifesaving . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Lifesaving Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Check Your Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . 23B .O .A .T . Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Wading Pool Attendant . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP COURSES: Bronze Medals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 First Aid & CPR Courses . . . . . . . 10-13 Aquafitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14 Instructor Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17 NLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-20 Advanced Leadership Courses . . . 21-22

Registration Information(applicable to Aquatic Leadership programs only)

Please read this section carefully for information about how you can register for 2014 Aquatic Leadership programs. Fees include all course materials/manuals. Note that there are no additional manuals supplied for Bronze Cross and all recertification courses.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To use TTR or online registration, you need to have Family and Client Numbers. If you do not already have your numbers, please call 416-338-4386 to get your Family and Client Numbers before registration day.

How To RegisterChoose one of the following methods.

Online Registration (7am-12midnight):Go to toronto.ca/torontofun and follow the link to Search and Register Online. Please read all information prior to registering.

Touch Tone Registration (TTR) (7am-12midnight):Call 416-338-0000 and follow the voice prompts.

Telephone Assisted (8:30am-4:30 pm): Call 416-338-4386 during regular business hours and speak to a customer service representative.

In Person: Attend in person at one of the civic centres listed during regular business hours: Etobicoke Civic Centre, 399 The West Mall, 2nd floor North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge St., 3rd floor Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr., 5th floor Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen St., main floor

Registration Policies(applicable to Aquatic Leadership programs only)

Residents Residents are people who live in Toronto, own property in Toronto, or own or operate a business in the City of Toronto. When you register for a program or attend your first class, you may be asked to prove your residency by presenting documentation, such as, a current utility bill, assessment notice or telephone bill with your current address. If proof of residency is not provided, the non-resident fee will be applied.

Non-ResidentsNon-residents do not reside in, own property in, or own or operate a business in Toronto (as defined by M series postal codes). Non-residents must pay a $38 non-resident fee in addition to the

program fees.

Program Cancellation You will receive a full refund or credit if the program for which you have registered is cancelled by Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation.

Transfers There is a $10 fee to move from one program/class to another. Transfers are not permitted less than 10 days before the program

start date. See the Withdrawal, Refund and Credit Policy.

Withdrawals, Refunds and Credits If you choose to withdraw from a program, more than 10 days

notice is required to be eligible for full credit or refund (less a $10 processing fee).

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 in both the pool and

classroom sessions is required for all classes. There are no refunds for partial units.

Class times/agendas are subject to change at the discretion of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation.

Registration fees will be inclusive (registration fees, examination fees, literature and H.S.T.) with the exception of First Aid Instructor Course.

To process a refund request, contact a customer service representative at your local district Civic Centre. Call 416-338-4386 for more information.

Confidentiality of Personal InformationAll information collected by the City of Toronto is maintained in accordance with established policies and procedures related to confidentiality.

Program information (dates/times/fees/days) are

subject to change or be adjusted at time of registration.

Photos courtesy of Gary Sanger and may not be reproduced without written permission.

Lifesaving Society Certific

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3Aquatic Leadership 2014 Employment and FAQs

Become a lifeguard or an instructor...Lifeguards are more than just good swimmers. They are paramount to maintaining a safe leisure environment and educating the community to enjoy swimming, while focusing on prevention of water related accidents.

Instructors are vital to teaching the important life skill of swimming through the delivery of quality aquatic programs in the community. They provide fun, enjoyable swimming lessons for people of all ages that focus on safety.

Employment with the City of Toronto To work as a Lifeguard, Instructor, Aquatic Program Assistant or Wading Pool Attendant with the City of Toronto, you will need the following current certifications:

Instructor Swim & Lifesaving Instructor certification, Standard First Aid and NLS.

Lifeguard National Lifeguard Service (NLS) and Standard First Aid with CPR-C certifications.

Wading Pool Attendant Wading Pool Attendant or Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR-C certifications.

Recertification Aquatic qualifications must be recertified in order to remain current.National Lifeguard Service (NLS) . . . Recertified every two yearsBronze Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recertified every two yearsSwim & Lifesaving Instructor . . . . . . . Recertified every two yearsStandard First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Full course or recertified every

three yearsAquafit Instructor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recertified every two years

Aquatic Leadership Important Information:

Important SFA Information!Holders of Standard First Aid certificates from other agencies may not recertify their certificate with a Lifesaving Society recertification course. They may recertify only with the original certifying agency or take a full course.

In order to comply with WSIB regulations, Standard First Aid award holders may do their first SFA recertification at a recertification course within three years of the original course. Thereafter, individuals must alternate between full courses and recertification courses in order to renew their award.

Course Attendance Please note that 100% attendance and active participation in both the pool and classroom sessions is required to complete any aquatic leadership course. (lateness is equivalent to absence)

Crash course and extended course formats Crash courses are the most common format used to deliver advanced aquatic leadership courses. Scheduled for one or two full weekends or over consecutive days (eg. March Break), crash courses are intensive. Extended courses run several weeks. The days and hours per week may vary depending on the course.

Unsuccessful completion of a course Courses utilize continuous evaluation. Unsuccessful candidates are required to retake the full course.

Out of country awards You must hold a certification recognized by the Ontario Health Regulations in order to lifeguard in Ontario. Apply to the Lifesaving Society for your international certification exemptions. Call 416-490-8844 for information.

What to bring to a course You will need to bring proof of age where required and the original certification of the prerequisites required for the course. Be sure to consult individual course descriptions for prerequisites required.Course materials and schedules will be discussed on the first day. Bathing suit(s) and towel(s) will be needed for the water portions of courses. Other items you may be required to bring include: comfortable clothing, a whistle, notebook/paper, pens/pencils, lunch/dinner/snacks.

Prerequisites (to be presented at start of course) Certification Original prerequisite certifications must be presented at the start of each course. Please consult the individual course descriptions to determine what is required. To check your current awards, visit lifesavingsociety.com and click on the Find a Member link. Note: For NLS, if SFA is from an approved agency other than Lifesaving Society, a photocopy must be submitted when presenting original award. See page 17 for approved agencies.

Age Candidates must turn the prescribed age by the last scheduled day of the course, no exceptions. Proof of age will be required for all courses with an age prerequisite.

Precourse assignments and experience Advanced leadership courses may require the candidate to complete a precourse assignment or provide proof of instructional/lifeguarding experience before the course begins. Please consult the individual course descriptions to determine what is required. Where a precourse assignment is required registration closes two weeks in advance of the start date to allow for completion of the assignment.

Original prerequisite certifications and proof of age, where required, must be presented at the start of each course.4 Aquatic Leadership 2014 Program Continuum

Become a Lifeguard & Swim Instructor with the City of TorontoBronze Medallion

Must be 13 yrs or have Bronze Star.

Bronze CrossMust have Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid.

Standard First AidOnly recognized certifying agencies accepted by the Lifesaving Society are: Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St. John Ambulance or Canadian Ski Patrol (as outlined in the Ontario Public Pool Regulation 565/90).

Standard First Aid is required for all City of Toronto Aquatic Staff.

Lifesaving Society Assistant InstructorMust be 14 yrs and have a Bronze Cross.

Lifesaving Society Swim & Lifesaving InstructorMust be 16 yrs by last day of course and have a Bronze Cross or NLS.

NLS is a requirement for instructor positions in Toronto.

National Lifeguard ServiceMust be 16 yrs by last day of course and have a Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid from Lifesaving Society, St. John Ambulance, Red Cross or Canadian Ski Patrol.

Advanced Leadership Continuum

Lifesaving Instructor

Advanced InstructorLifesaving Instructors

Strongly Recommended: Experience teaching Lifesaving Society programs.

National Lifeguard Instructor

NLSLifesaving Instructor and

Advanced Instructor.

Strongly Recommended: 2 years experience instructing at Bronze level and Bronze Cross Examiner.

First Aid InstructorLifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross,

Canadian Ski Patrol or St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid

Lifesaving Instructor and Advanced Instructor.

Examiners Standards ClinicLifesaving Instructor

This clinic only needs to be taken once applies to becoming a Bronze, NLS & First Aid Examiner.

Upon completion of the clinic, successful co-examinations (with an experienced examiner) of the award(s) you wish to be appointed to examine are required. Please visit the Lifesaving Society website for more information on the Examiner appointment process. These awards include Bronze, NLS and First Aid Examiners.

Upon completion of the Instructor Trainer Clinic, successful apprenticeship with an experienced Instructor Trainer on an instructor course is required.Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer Clinic

Examiner status.

Lifesaving Society Awards remain current for 2 years from the certification date.

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5Aquatic Leadership 2014 Course LocationsOriginal prerequisite certifications and proof of age, where required, must be presented at the start of each course.

Pool Locations Aquatic Leadership Courses

Etobicoke York District indicated in course listings as Et Pool Address PhoneE1 Albion Pool and Health Club 1485 Albion Rd 416-394-8676E2 Alderwood Pool 2 Orianna Dr 416-394-8738E3 Annette CRC 333 Annette St 416-392-0736E4 Centennial RC West 2694 Eglinton Ave W 416-394-2476E5 Etobicoke Olympium 590 Rathburn Rd 416-394-8810E6 Gus Ryder Pool 1 Faustina Dr 416-394-8726E7 Humber Community Pool 205 Humber College Blvd 416-394-6050E8 Joseph J. Piccininni CRC 1369 St. Clair Ave W 416-392-0036E9 Memorial Pool 44 Montgomery Rd 416-394-8731E10 Nelson A. Boylen CI 155 Falstaff Ave 416-394-2476E11 Norseman CS 105 Norseman St 416-394-8719E12 Runnymede CI 569 Jane St 416-392-0736E13 Swansea CRC 15 Waller Ave 416-392-6796E14 The Elms CS 45 Golfdown Dr 416-394-8983

North York District indicated in course listings as NY Pool Address PhoneN1 C.W. Jefferys CI 340 Sentinel Rd 416-395-7879N2 Cummer Park CC 6000 Leslie St 416-395-7803N3 Dennis R. Timbrell RC 29 St. Dennis Dr 416-395-7974N4 Don Mills CI 15 The Donway E 416-395-7840N5 Douglas Snow Aquatic Centre 5100 Yonge St 416-395-7585N6 Edithvale CC 131 Finch Ave W 416-395-6164N7 Northview Heights CI 550 Finch Ave W 416-395-7965N8 Oriole CC 2975 Don Mills Rd 416-395-7855N9 Victoria Park SS 15 Wallingford Rd 416-395-7842

Scarborough District indicated in course listings as Sc Pool Address PhoneS1 Agincourt CRC 31 Glen Watford Dr 416-396-4037S2 Bendale BTI 1555 Midland Ave 416-396-4015S3 Birkdale CC 1299 Ellesmere Rd 416-396-4069S5 Cedarbrae CI 550 Markham Rd 416-396-4006S6 Cedarbrook CC 91 East Park Blvd 416-396-4028S7 Centennial RC 1967 Ellesmere Rd 416-396-4057S8 Don Montgomery CRC 2467 Eglinton Ave E 416-396-4043S10 McGregor Park RC 2231 Lawrence Ave E 416-396-4023S11 Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI 145 Guildwood Pkwy 416-396-4011S12 Stephen Leacock CRC 2500 Birchmount Rd 416-396-4184S13 Warden Hilltop CC 25 Mendelssohn St 416-392-7640S14 West Hill CI 350 Morningside Ave 416-396-4008

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To register for a course, call 416-338-4386 or visit toronto.ca/torontofunThe listed phone numbers are for location directions only.

Original prerequisite certifications and proof of age, where required, must be presented at the start of each course.Aquatic Leadership 2014 Leadership Courses6

B.O.A.T.TM Course (Boat Operator Accredited Training)

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Mar 15 2496424

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm May 31 2496474

Prerequisites: Minimum 8 years of age recommended

Canadian Coast Guard Approved training for the Pleasure Craft Operator CardFederal regulations require persons who wish to operate motorized watercraft to obtain the Pleasure Craft Operator (PCO) card. B.O.A.T. is a classroom program that teaches boater responsibilities, the "rules of the road", and how to prevent and respond in a boating emergency. The Canadian Coast Guard PCO card is earned by scoring 75% on a test of basic boating safety knowledge.

Duration: 8 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $64 Age: 8 yrs+

Wading Pool Attendant & Standard First Aid District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Trinity RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-8:30pm, 12-8:30pm Jan 24-26 2496624

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-7pm, 10am-7pm Mar 28-30 2498410

Et Alderwood Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-8:30pm, 12-8:30pm Apr 11-13 2475025

Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 12-8:30pm, 11am-7:30pm Apr 11-13 2491424

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6:30pm, 10am-6:30pm May 9-11 2496774

Et Alderwood Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-8:30pm, 12-8:30pm May 16-18 2475026

Prerequisites: Minimum age 14 years

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. Note: City of Toronto wading pool attendant applicants will be required to have this training if they do not have Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR-C certifications. Bathing attire required.

Duration: 20 hours of instruction (includes in-water portion)

Course Fee: $150 Age: 14 yrs+

Jobs with a DifferenceThe City of Toronto has many employment opportunities for experienced lifeguards and instructors such as pool in charge. To find out more about employment opportunities, call Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation, your local swimming pool, or talk to one of our aquatic staff.

For a listing of up-coming jobs and application form, visit toronto.ca/hiringnow

or call 311 for more info.

Participation in aquatic leadership programs or certification does not guarantee employment.

Aquatic Leadership 2014 Leadership Courses 7Original prerequisite certifications and proof of age, where required, must be presented at the start of each course.

Bronze Medallion Crash & Emergency First Aid Prerequisites: Bronze Star or minimum age 13 yrs

Teaches lifesavers 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 demonstrate stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for all advanced lifesaving awards. Candidates must be able to complete a 500m swim in 15 minutes or less.

Emergency First Aid (includes CPR B certification) 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 how to use an AED.

Duration: 25 hours of instruction Course Fee: $163 Age: see prerequisite

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Jan 3-5 2496775

Et Albion Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Jan 3-5 2473888

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Jan 31-Feb 2 2498294

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Jan 31-Feb 2 2496776

Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm, 9am-8:30pm Feb 21-23 2491524

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Mar 14-16 2496824

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Mar 21-23 2498295

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Apr 11-13 2498296

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Apr 11-13 2496777

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Apr 25-27 2496825

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm May 2-4 2498297

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm, 9am-8:30pm May 16-18 2491574

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm May 23-25 2496778

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm May 30-Jun 1 2498298

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Jun 6-8 2496779

Et Humber Com. Pool Sat, Sun, Mon 9am-6:30pm Jun 21-23 2473889

Et Gus Ryder Sat, Sun 11am-6pm Jun 21-22, 28-29 2473890

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Jul 4-6 2498299

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Jul 4-6 2496829

NY Victoria Park CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Aug 1-3 2498300

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Aug 15-17 2496780

Et Gus Ryder Sat, Sun 11am-6pm Sep 6-7, 13-14 2473924

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Sep 19-21 2496826

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Oct 10-12 2498301

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Oct 31-Nov 2 2498302

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat, Sun 2-9pm Nov 1-2, 8-9 2473925

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10:30am-10pm, 10:30am-10pm Nov 21-23 2496781

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-9:30pm, 10am-9:30pm Nov 28-30 2498303

T Trinity CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-10pm, 11am-10pm Dec 12-14 2496830

Wading Pool Attendant

Have your Bronze Cross or

Wading Pool Attendant course and Standard First Aid?

You can apply for a position as a Wading Pool Attendant at one

of the many wading pools in Toronto.


Prerequisites: Bronze Medalllion

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 & Standard First Aid (includes CPR-C) are prerequisites for training in the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) program and Lifesaving Society Instructors certifications.

Duration: 28 hours of instruction Course Fee: $198Age: N/A

Bronze Cross Crash & Standard First Aid

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY Northview Hts. CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Jan 11-12, 18-19 2498286

Et Gus Ryder Sat, Sun 2-10pm Jan 18-19, 25-26 2473875

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Jan 24-26 2496831

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Feb 14-16 2496832

NY Northview Hts. CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Feb 15-16, 22-23 2498275

Sc Cedarbrae CI Sat, Sun 12-8pm, 9am-5pm Feb 22-23, Mar 1-2 2491624

NY Don Mills CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Mar 15-16, 22-23 2498276

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Mar 21-23 2473876

T Wallace Emerson CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Mar 28-30 2496974

NY CW Jefferys CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Apr 5-6, 12-13 2498277

T Wallace Emerson CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Apr 25-27 2497024

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm May 2-4 2496835

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sat, Sun 11am-7pm, 9am-5pm May 3-4, 10-11 2491625

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm May 23-25 2498278

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm May 30-Jun 1 2496924

NY Don Mills CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Jun 7-8, 14-15 2498279

T Wallace Emerson CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Jun 20-22 2497025

Et Humber Com. Pool Wed-Sat 9am-5pm Jun 25-28 2473878

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Jul 4-6 2473879

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Jul 11-13 2496925

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Jul 18-20 2498280

Et Gus Ryder Sat, Sun 11am-7pm Jul 19-20, 26-27 2473880

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Aug 1-3 2473881

NY CW Jefferys CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Aug 9-10, 16-17 2498281

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Aug 22-24 2496833

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat, Sun 2-10pm Sep 13-14, 20-21 2473882

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Sep 19-21 2498282

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Sep 26-28 2496834

NY Don Mills CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Nov 1-2, 8-9 2498284

Sc Bendale BTI Sat, Sun 12-8pm Nov 15-16, 22-23 2491674

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Nov 28-30 2496836

Et Runnymede CI Sat, Sun 9am-5pm Nov 29-30, Dec 6-7 2473883

NY CW Jefferys CI Sat, Sun 10am-6pm Dec 6-7, 13-14 2498285

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-10pm, 9am-10pm Dec 19-21 2496837

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Combined Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross & Standard First AidNote: This is an intense program designed for individuals who have strong swimming skills.

Prerequisites: Bronze Star or minimum age 13 years

Duration: 44 hours of instruction Course Fee: $258Age: see prerequisite

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-10pm, 12-10pm Jan 24-26, 31-Feb 2 2497075

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-7pm, 9am-7pm Feb 14-16, 21-23 2498291

Et Annette CRC Mon-Fri 9am-7pm Mar 10-14 2473886

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-7pm, 9am-7pm Jun 6-8, 13-15 2473885

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-10pm, 12-10pm Jun 20-22, 27-29 2497076

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-10pm, 12-10pm Sep 5-7, 12-14 2497124

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-7pm, 9am-7pm Sep 26-28, Oct 3-5 2498292

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-7:30pm, 9am-7:30pm Oct 17-19, 24-26 2491724

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-10pm, 12-10pm Nov 7-9, 14-16 2497125

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-7pm, 9am-7pm Nov 14-16, 21-23 2498293

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat-Wed 9am-8pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2473887

Prerequisites: Bronze Cross

This recertification course offers Bronze Cross holders whose two-year certification period is about to expire, a chance to review and update their techniques to maintain current certification. Candidates are required to perform to Bronze Cross standards in a practical examination component. Candidates must complete the 600m swim in 18 minutes or less, perform skills and rescues, and bring proof of original certification.

Duration: 6 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $73Age: N/A

Bronze Cross Recertification District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY Don Mills CI Sat 10:30am-5pm Mar 1 2498287

Et Gus Ryder Sat 12-6:30pm Mar 8 2478024

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat 3:30-10pm Mar 22 2497126

Sc Cedarbrae CI Sun 9am-3:30pm Apr 13 2491725

NY Northview Hts. CI Sun 10am-4:30pm May 11 2498288

NY CW Jefferys CI Sun 10:30am-5pm May 25 2498292

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 1-7:30pm May 25 2491727

Et Norseman CS Sun 9am-3:30pm Jun 1 2473884

T Trinity CRC Sun 3:30-10pm Jul 13 2497128

NY Northview Hts. CI Sat 10am-4:30pm Aug 2 2498289

Sc West Hill CI Sun 9am- 3:30pm Sep 21 2491726

T Trinity CRC Sat 3:30-10pm Oct 25 2497129

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat 3:30-10pm Dec 6 2497127


Prerequisites: None

The 16-hour Standard First Aid course 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, medical emergencies and how to use an AED.Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid (includes CPR-C) is recognized by the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board and the Ontario Health Regulation. Standard First Aid is one of the prerequisites to NLS.

Duration: 16 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $108Age: N/A

Standard First Aid

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Sc Cedarbrook CC Sat, Sun 8am-4:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Jan 11-12 2491774

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Jan 11-12 2497131

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Jan 11-12 2474899

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Feb 1-2 2498366

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Feb 1-2 2474874

T Fairmount Park CC Fri 6-10pm Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 2497183

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sat, Sun 8am-4:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Feb 8-9 2491824

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Feb 8-9 2474875

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Feb 22-23 2498367

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 1-2 2497142

Et Gus Ryder Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Mar 1-2 2474877

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Mar 1-2 2474876

Sc Don Montgomery CC Sat, Sun 8:30am-5pm, 10am-6:30pm Mar 8-9 2492174

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Mar 8-9 2498371

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Mar 8-9 2474878

NY Douglas Snow AC Mon, Tue 10am-6:30pm Mar 10-11 2498373

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 15-16 2497144

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Mar 22-23 2497132

Et Gus Ryder Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 22-23 2474880

Sc McGregor CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Apr 5-6 2492224

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Apr 5-6 2498372

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Apr 5-6 2497174

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Apr 12-13 2474879

T Fairmount Park CC Fri 6-10pm Apr 25, May 2, 9, 16 2497184

Sc Stephen Leacock CRC Sat, Sun 8:30am-5pm, 10am-6:30pm Apr 26-27 2492274

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Apr 26-27 2498368

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Apr 26-27 2497175

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm May 3-4 2474881

Et Alderwood Pool Mon, Wed 5:30-9:30pm May 5, 7, 12, 14 2474882

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm May 10-11 2497180

Et Albion Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm May 10-11 2478224

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sat, Sun 8am-4:30pm, 10am-6:30pm May 17-18 2492324

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm May 17-18 2498374

Sc Stephen Leacock CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm, 10am-6:30pm May 24-25 2492325

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm May 24-25 2497176...Standard First Aid continues on page 11

Important SFA InformationHolders of Standard First Aid

certificates from other agencies

may not recertify their certificate

with a Lifesaving Society

recertification course. They may

recertify only with the original

certifying agency or take a full

course.

In order to comply with WSIB

regulations, current Standard

First Aid award holders may do

their first SFA recertification at a

recertification course. Thereafter,

individuals must alternate

between full courses and

recertification courses in order

to renew their award.


Standard First Aid continues...

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm May 24-25 2474884

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm May 24-25 2474883

Sc McGregor CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Jun 7-8 2492326

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Jun 7-8 2478174

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sat, Sun 8:30am-5pm, 10am-6:30pm Jun 14-15 2492327

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 14-15 2498375

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 21-22 2497177

Et Humber Com. Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Jun 21-22 2474885

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 28-29 2497181

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Jul 5-6 2498376

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Jul 5-6 2474886

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Jul 19-20 2498377

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Jul 19-20 2497134

Et Memorial Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 2-3 2474887

Sc Stephen Leacock CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Aug 2-3 2492328

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Aug 9-10 2497135

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 9-10 2474888

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 16-17 2474889

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Aug 23-24 2498378

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Aug 23-24 2497136

Et Memorial Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 23-24 2474890

Sc Birkdale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Aug 30-31 2492374

NY Oriole CC Wed 5:30-9:30pm Sep 3, 10, 17, 24 2498381

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Sep 6-7 2474891

Sc Stephen Leacock CRC Sat, Sun 8:30am-5pm, 10am-6:30pm Sep 13-14 2492375

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Sep 13-14 2498369

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Sep 20-21 2497182

T Fairmount Park CC Fri 6-10pm Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 2497185

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Oct 11-12 2497178

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Oct 11-12 2474892

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Oct 25-26 2498379

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Oct 25-26 2497137

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 1-2 2474893

NY Oriole CC Wed 5:30-9:30pm Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 2498380

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sat, Sun 8am-4:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Nov 15-16 2492376

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Nov 15-16 2497179

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 15-16 2474894

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Nov 22-23 2497140

Et Humber Com. Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 22-23 2474895

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 29-30 2498370

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 29-30 2474896

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 6-7 2474897

Sc Birkdale CC Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Dec 13-14 2492377

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 10am-6:30pm Dec 13-14 2498382

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat, Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 13-14 2474898

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm Dec 20-21 2497141

Competitive Lifesaving Get certified, get involved, and put

your skills to the test. The City of

Toronto lifesaving teams are looking

for new members to once again

challenge the province and country

in competitive lifesaving. Lifesaving

sport has grown exponentially over

the past several years and is now

recognized as a competitive sport by

the International Olympic Committee.

Toronto has been a top competitor over

the years and is hoping to continue its

success again this spring and summer.

Whether you are interested in pool

lifesaving, waterfront or surf.......

get into it and show your stuff. For

additional information on Lifesaving

Competition, go to: www.lifesavingsociety.com

and click on competition.

If you are interested in joining a City of

Toronto lifesaving team, contact your

supervisor, or e-mail:

Andrew Pyper: [email protected]


Prerequisites: Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid (full course) earned not more than three years prior to course start date.

The 8-hour Standard First Aid (includes CPR-C) recertification course provides a review of first aid and CPR skills. Practical skills will be assessed through scenarios and knowledge will be assessed with a written evaluation. Candidates should review the course content and practice their skills prior to the recertification course.Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid is recognized by the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board and the Ontario Health Regulation to be valid for three years. Candidates must bring proof of original certification.

Duration: 8 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $73 Age: No age requirement

Standard First Aid Recertification District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-6:30pm Jan 4 2498393

Sc Agincourt RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jan 5 2492424

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Jan 18 2497224

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 9am-5:30pm Jan 18 2474900

Et Humber Com. Pool Sat 9am-5:30pm Feb 1 2474901

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Feb 8 2497236

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Feb 15 2497225

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Feb 16 2492474

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Feb 16 2474902

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-6:30pm Mar 1 2498388

Et Alderwood Pool Sat 9am-5:30pm Mar 1 2474903

Sc Don Montgomery CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 2 2492524

Et Albion Pool Sun 9am-5:30pm Mar 2 2474904

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 9am-5:30pm Mar 8 2474905

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 9 2492574

Et Memorial Pool Sun 8am-4:30pm Mar 9 2474906

Et Alderwood Pool Sat 9am-5:30pm Mar 22 2474907

NY Edithvale CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 23 2498383

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Mar 29 2497274

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Apr 19 2497324

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 9am-5:30pm Apr 19 2474908

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Apr 20 2492624

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Apr 26 2497374

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm May 3 2497226

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-6:30pm May 10 2498389

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm May 10 2497375

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 9am-5:30pm May 10 2474909

Et Memorial Pool Sun 8am-4:30pm May 11 2474910

Et Gus Ryder Sat 9am-5:30pm May 17 2474911

Sc Agincourt RC Sun 10am-6:30pm May 18 2492674

NY Edithvale CC Sat 10am-6:30pm May 24 2498384

Et Albion Pool Sat 9am-5:30pm May 24 2474912

Sc Warden Hilltop CC Sun 10am-6:30pm May 25 2492724

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 1 2492774

Et Gus Ryder Sun 9am-5:30pm Jun 8 2474913

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Jun 14 2497227

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Jun 15 2474914

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat 10am-6:30pm Jun 28 2497234

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Jul 12 2497228

Et Alderwood Pool Sat 9am-5:30pm Jul 19 2501174

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Aug 2 2497376

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 3 2474915

Et Alderwood Pool Sat 9am-5:30pm Aug 9 2474916

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-6:30pm Aug 16 2498391

Et Memorial Pool Sun 8am-4:30pm Aug 17 2474917...Standard First Aid Recertification continues on page 13

Important SFA InformationHolders of Standard First Aid

certificates from other agencies

may not recertify their certificate

with a Lifesaving Society

recertification course. They may

recertify only with the original

certifying agency or take a full

course.

In order to comply with WSIB

regulations, current Standard

First Aid award holders may do

their first SFA recertification at a

recertification course. Thereafter,

individuals must alternate

between full courses and

recertification courses in order

to renew their award.


Standard First Aid Recertification continues...

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Aug 23 2497229

Sc Stephen Leacock CRC Sun 10am-6:30pm Aug 24 2492824

Et Alderwood Pool Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 24 2474918

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-6:30pm Aug 30 2498392

NY Edithvale CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Sep 7 2498385

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sun 9am-5:30pm Sep 7 2474921

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat 10am-6:30pm Sep 13 2497235

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Sep 27 2497230

NY Edithvale CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Oct 5 2498386

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Oct 5 2474919

Sc Cedarbrook CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Oct 12 2492874

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Oct 18 2497377

Et Swansea CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Oct 26 2474920

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Nov 1 2497231

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 2 2474922

NY Edithvale CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Nov 16 2498387

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Nov 22 2497232

Sc Agincourt RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Nov 23 2492924

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 9am-5:30pm Nov 29 2474923

Sc Agincourt RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Nov 30 2492925

T East York CC Sat 12-8:30pm Dec 6 2497378

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat 9am-5:30pm Dec 6 2474924

NY Edithvale CC Sat 9am-5:30pm Dec 13 2498390

T Wallace Emerson CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Dec 13 2497233

Et Swansea CRC Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 14 2474925

T Fairmount Park CC Sat 10am-6:30pm Dec 20 2503524

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 21 2501175

Aquafitness Instructor Certification Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 yrs and recommended Standard First Aid. It is highly recommended that candidates attend and participate in some aquafitness classes prior to taking the course.

Candidates will be certified and qualified to conduct shallow and deep water aquafitness classes. Classroom and water sessions focus on developing skills in the areas of class management, basic water movement and variations, understanding the major muscle groups and their joint action and the designing of target training sets. Practical and written examinations will be incorporated into the course. This award remains current for two years from the date of certification.

Registration fee includes: Comprehensive Manual with study guide questions, DVD001 The Art of Exercise Science, 40 hours (20 hours pool time), Certification Exam (theory & practical) online profile and certification diploma when successful with exams.Course Fee: $359

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY Douglas Snow AC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6:30pm, 10am-6:30pm Mar 7-9, 14-16 2498304

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm May 31-Jun 1, 6-8 2497875

Et Centennial RC West Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Sep 5-7, 12-14 2501002

Sc Centennial CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 5-9pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Nov 28-30, Dec 5-7 2493924

...Aquafit Instructor Specialty Courses continues on page 14


Aquafitness Instructor Specialty Certification/Instructor Recertification

Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 yrs and a current Aquafitness Instructor Certification (for recertification purposes only). Recommended Current Standard First Aid/CPR-C

Candidates will be certified and qualified to conduct classes in disciplines in which they have been trained and certified. Practical and written examinations will be incorporated into the course. This award remains current for two years from the date of certification and will recertify your current Aquafitness Instructor certification. Registration fee includes: 8 hours of training (4 hours pool time), Manual, DVD, Laminated Program Cards for pool side use, Certificate of Course Completion, Certification Exam (theory & practical)*, Online Profile and Certification Diploma when successful with exams.

*If you are a current certified instructor, you are required to complete only the theory exam to upgrade and recertify your qualifications.Course Fee: $191

Mind Body Instructor CertificationThis shallow water instructor training program is for anyone interested in facilitating a more mindful approach to fitness. Water exercise is an excellent modality for managing ourselves and our well being. Explore ways to develop physical and mental strength, co-ordination and rejuvenation and how to deliver this information to your students. This is an educational program that includes theoretical information and practical approaches to various mind-body techniques including yoga, tai chi, pilates principles and relaxation training.

Arthritis Instructor CertificationThere are more than 100 diseases in the arthritis category and it is widely accepted that many symptoms may benefit from water exercise. This program will review inventory for safe and effective exercise design based on an understanding of functional range of motion and joint action. The balance program will target cardiovascular training, functional fitness, muscular endurance and strength, balance and flexibility training. WaterART working positions will be introduced to provide multi level programming to help each participant train at an appropriate intensity level for self paced exercise - appropriate for arthritis. This program will also introduce the use of flotation and resistive devices such as noodles and resistive paddles for improved performance. Water Walking and Tai Chi movements will be incorporated to train mobility, gait and balance.

Caregiver and Tot/Toddler Instructor CertificationThe WaterART Parent & Tot workshop combines music, movement, lots of water play and exercise. This program is designed for toddlers aged 10 months through 2 years of age. We will spend quality time engaging in a wide variety of games and activities. For babies, activities focus on developing gross and fine motor coordination, language acquisition, shape and color recognition, and more. For toddlers, the activities center on social interaction, creative and physical coordination skills as well as following directions. This is not a swimming lesson, it is a fitness program for the adult with the tot!

Running Instructor Certification WaterART Aquatic Running Clinics are designed to educate and motivate your clientele with the benefits of water training. Whether this clientele is new to the water, injured, needs a training advantage or simply wants more information about medical conditions, water training offers LOW to NON Impact activity and the protection of intense training without the impact or wear and tear on the joints.

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code

Running Instructor Certification T Regent Park AC Sat 10am-6:30pm Mar 15 2497877

Mind Body Instructor Certification Sc Agincourt RC Sat 8:30am-5pm Jun 7 2493074

Caregiver and Tot/Toddler Instructor Certification NY Cummer Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Sep 14 2498305

Arthritis Instructor Certification Et Gus Ryder Sat 10am-6:30pm Oct 18 2473926


Prerequisites: Bronze Cross or NLS. Minimum of 14 years of age.

Through classroom learning and in-water practice, the Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor course prepares candidates to help certified instructors with swimming and lifesaving classes. Candidates are introduced to key principles of learning and teaching, as they master basic progressions of teaching. The roles and responsibilities of instructors and their assistants are emphasized.

Duration: 18 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $120Age: 14 yrs+

Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-7pm, 9am-4pm Jan 10-12 2493124

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6pm, 10am-6pm Jan 24-26 2498315

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-10pm Mar 8-9 2497424

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-7pm, 9am-4pm Apr 11-13 2493174

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6pm, 10am-6pm Apr 25-27 2498310

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 11am-9pm, 10am-8pm Apr 26-27 2473928

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat, Sun 12-10pm May 31-Jun 1 2497425

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6pm, 10am-6pm Jun 13-15 2498311

Et Nelson A. Boylen CI Sat, Sun 11am-9pm, 9am-7pm Jun 21-22 2473929

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat, Sun 12-10pm Jul 26-27 2497426

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6pm, 10am-6pm Aug 8-10 2498312

Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-7pm, 9am-4pm Sep 12-14 2493224

Et Alderwood Pool Sat, Sun 11am-9pm, 10am-8pm Oct 4-5 2473930

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 10am-7pm, 9am-4pm Oct 10-12 2493225

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6pm, 10am-6pm Oct 10-12 2498313

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat, Sun 12-10pm Oct 18-19 2497427

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-6pm, 10am-6pm Dec 12-14 2498314

Et The Elms CS Sat, Sun 8:30am-6:30pm Dec 13-14 2473931

About The Lifesaving SocietyAs Canadas lifeguarding experts, we set the standards for water safety in Canada. We work to prevent drowning and water-related injury through our training programs, Water Smart public education, drowning prevention research, aquatic safety management, and lifesaving sport.We are a national, volunteer organization and registered charity composed of tens of thousands of individual members and over 4,000 affiliated swimming pools, waterfronts and schools. Globally, we teach swimming and water safety in over 25 countries. We are a leader and partner in the delivery of water safety education throughout Canada and around the world. Weve been teaching Canadians how to be safe around the water since 1896.

Teaching Canadians to save themselves and others Annually, over 1,000,000 Canadians participate in our swimming and lifesaving training programs. Each year, we certify thousands of instructors who provide the leadership for our lifesaving and lifeguard training programs. Over 30,000 Canadians earn our Bronze Medallion each year. We set the standard for lifeguard training and certify Canadas National Lifeguards.

Making Canadians Water Smart Our annual drowning research enables us to focus Water Smart drowning prevention efforts on people most at risk like men fishing in small boats or on those who can make a significant difference, such as parents of young children. The Societys Swim to Survive standard defines the essential minimum skills required to survive an unexpected fall into deep water.

Setting the standard The Lifesaving Society establishes aquatic safety standards and consults on aquatic safety issues for the aquatic industry and governments.

Lifesaving sport The Society represents Canada internationally in the Commonwealth Royal Life Saving Society and the International Life Saving Federation. We are the governing body for lifesaving sport a sport recognized by the International Olympic Committee and the Commonwealth Games Federation.

Phone: 416-490-8844 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lifesavingsociety.com


Prerequisites: Bronze Cross or NLS. Minimum 16 years of age.

Swim Instructor: Upon successful completion of this program candidates will be able to instruct the Toronto Learn to Swim program or the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program. Time is devoted in both classroom and water sessions developing skills in the areas of class management, teaching, evaluation, leadership, communication and administration.

Lifesaving Instructor: Prepares candidates to organize, plan, teach and evaluate lifesaving and first aid skills and resuscitation techniques in the Lifesaving Societys lifesaving and first aid awards. Successful candidates will receive two certification cards: Lifesaving Instructor and Emergency First Aid Instructor.

These awards remain current for two years from the date of certification. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards to the first class.

Recommended: Certification in Standard First Aid (CPR-C), Lifesaving Society Assistant InstructorDuration: 40 hours of instruction Course Fee: $246 Age: 16 yrs+

Swim Instructor & Lifesaving Instructor District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Jan 10-12, 17-19 2498393

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Jan 17-19, 24-26 2493324

T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jan 17-19, 24-26 2495574

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Jan 31-Feb 2, 7-9 2498394

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Feb 7-9 14-16 2493374

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Feb 7-9, 14-16 2495578

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Feb 28-Mar 2, 7-9 2498395

Sc Cedarbrae CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2493424

NY Northview Hts. CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2498397

T Trinity CRC Mon-Fri 11:30am-8:30pm Mar 10-14 2495589

Et Gus Ryder Mon-Fri 12-9pm Mar 10-14 2474974

Et Swansea CRC Mon-Fri 12:30-9:30pm Mar 10-14 2474926

Sc West Hill CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Mar 21-23, Apr 4-6 2493375

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Mar 21-23, 28-30 2495579

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Apr 4-6, 11-13 2498398

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Apr 4-6, 11-13 2495580

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Apr 25-27, May 2-4 2493376

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Apr 25-27, May 2-4 2498399

Et Albion Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm Apr 25-27, May 2-4 2478074

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm May 2-4, 9-11 2495586

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm May 30-Jun 1, 6-8 2493377

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm May 30-Jun 1, 6-8 2498400

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Jun 6-8, 13-15 2495581

Et Memorial Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-7pm, 10am-7pm Jun 6-8, 13-15 2474975

Sc West Hill CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Jun 23-27 2493474

NY Victoria Park CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Jun 23-27 2498401

Et Gus Ryder Mon-Fri 11am-8pm Jun 23-27 2474976

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Jul 4-6, 11-13 2495582

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Jul 11-13, 18-20 2498402

Et Memorial Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Jul 11-13, 18-20 2474983

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Jul 18-20, 25-27 2495583

Et Humber Com. Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Jul 18-20, 25-27 2474977

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Aug 8-10, 15-17 2495584

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm Aug 8-10, 15-17 2474978

Sc Bendale BTI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 11-15 2493524

Sc Cedarbrae CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 18-22 2493525

NY Cummer Park CC Mon-Fri 1-10pm Aug 25-29 2498403

T Mary McCormick RC Mon-Fri 12-9pm Aug 25-29 2498744

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Sep 12-14, 19-21 2493378

NY Victoria Park CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Sep 12-14, 19-21 2498404

T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Sep 12-14, 19-21 2495576

Et Swansea CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-7pm, 10am-7pm Sep 19-21, 26-28 2474979

T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Sep 26-28, Oct 3-5 2495585

Sc West Hill CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Oct 10-12, 17-19 2493380

NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Oct 10-12, 17-19 2498405...Swim Instructor & Lifesaving Instructor continues on page 17


Swim Instructor & Lifesaving Instructor continues...

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Oct 31-Nov 2, 7-9 2495587

NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Nov 7-9, 14-16 2498406

Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Nov 14-16, 21-23 2493379

T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Nov 21-23, 28-30 2495577

NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Nov 28-30, Dec 5-7 2498407

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Dec 5-7, 12-14 2474980

T Matty Eckler CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Dec 12-14, 19-21 2495588

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat-Wed 9am-7pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2498408

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat-Wed 12-10pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2474982

Et Annette CRC Sat-Wed 9am-7pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2474981

Prerequisites: Minimum 16 years of age. Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid certificate certified by one of the partner agencies listed below.

The Lifesaving Society only accepts Standard First Aid certificates that are recognized by the Ontario Public Pools Regulation (565/90). The accepted agencies are the Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St. John Ambulance and Canadian Ski Patrol.

National Lifeguard certification is Canadas professional lifeguard standard. National Lifeguard training develops a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment, and a mature and responsible attitude towards the lifeguards role. National Lifeguard training emphasizes prevention and effective rescue response in emergencies including first aid treatment. Candidates develop teamwork, leadership and communication skills. Fitness requirements include a timed object recovery, 50m sprint challenge, 50m rescue drill and 400m endurance challenge.

National Lifeguard training is designed for lifesavers who wish to obtain a responsible job and leadership experience. Successful candidates are certified by the Lifesaving Society - Canadas lifeguarding experts.

Requirement: Proof of age and prerequisite awards. Bring your own whistle.Duration: 40 hours of instruction Course Fee: $246 Age: 16 yrs+

National Lifeguard Service (NLS): Pool District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Jan 3-5, 10-12 2498341 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jan 3-5, 10-12 2495599 NY Dennis R. Timbrell Sat 3-8:30pm Jan 4-Feb 22 2498321 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jan 10-12, 17-19 2495593 Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Jan 17-19, 24-26 2493574 Et Albion Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm Jan 24-26, 31-Feb 2 2477974 NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Jan 31-Feb 2, 7-9 2498345 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jan 31-Feb 2, 7-9 2495600 Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 10am-7pm Feb 7-9, 14-16 2493777 T Matty Eckler RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Feb 21-23, 28-Mar 2 2496375 NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Feb 28-Mar 2, 7-9 2498320 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Feb 28-Mar 2, 7-9 2496378 Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Mar 7-9, 14-16 2493778 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Mar 7-9, 14-16 2495594 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2493776 Sc West Hill CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2493775 NY Don Mills CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2498317 NY CW Jefferys CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2498318 NY Victoria Park CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2498319 T Fairmount Park CC Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:30pm Mar 10-14 2495592 Et Norseman CS Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Mar 10-14 2473934 Et JJ Piccininni CRC Mon-Fri 12-9pm Mar 10-14 2473933 NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Apr 4-6, 11-13 2498324 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Apr 4-6, 11-13 2495595 Sc West Hill CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 10am-7pm Apr 11-13, 25-27 2493624 Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 10am-7pm Apr 25-27, May 2-4 2493781 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Apr 25-27, May 2-4 2496225 Et Humber Com. Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm Apr 25-27, May 9-11 2473937 NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm May 9-11, 16-18 2498325 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm May 9-11, 16-18 2496274 Sc Bendale BTI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 10am-7pm May 23-25, 30-Jun 1 2493782 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm May 23-25, 30-Jun 1 2496379 Sc West Hill CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm May 30-Jun 1, 6-8 2493674

...National Lifeguard Service (NLS) continues on page 18


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National Lifeguard Service (NLS) continues...

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY CW Jefferys CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm May 30-Jun 1, 6-8 2498352 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jun 6-8, 13-15 2495596 Et Nelson A. Boylen CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 9am-6pm Jun 13-15, 20-22 2473936 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jun 20-22, 27-29 2496380 Sc Cedarbrae CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Jun 23-27 2493784 NY CW Jefferys CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Jun 23-27 2498327 NY Don Mills CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Jun 23-27 2498328 NY Northview Hts. CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Jun 23-27 2498329 Et Memorial Pool Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm Jun 23-27 2473935 Sc Cedarbrae CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Jul 4-6, 11-13 2493780 NY Victoria Park CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Jul 4-6, 11-13 2498330 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jul 4-6, 11-13 2495597 Et Memorial Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Jul 4-6, 11-13 2473938 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Jul 18-20, 25-27 2496275 T Matty Eckler RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Aug 1-3, 8-10 2496376 Et Memorial Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Aug 8-10, 15-17 2474074 Sc Cedarbrae CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 11-15 2493785 Sc Bendale BTI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 18-22 2493786 Sc Bendale BTI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 25-29 2493787 NY Cummer Park CC Mon-Fri 1-10pm Aug 25-29 2498331 NY Douglas Snow AC Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 25-29 2498333 NY Douglas Snow AC Mon-Fri 12-9pm Aug 25-29 2498344 NY Victoria Park CI Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Aug 25-29 2498332 NY Victoria Park CI Mon-Fri 1-10pm Aug 25-29 2498343 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11am-8pm, 9am-6pm Sep 5-7, 12-14 2493783 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Sep 5-7, 12-14 2496381 Et Memorial Pool Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-7pm, 10am-7pm Sep 5-7, 12-14 2473974 NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Sep 19-21, 26-28 2498334 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Sep 26-28, Oct 3-5 2496276 Et Etobicoke Olympium Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm Oct 3-5, 17-19 2480874 NY Dennis R. Timbrell Sat 3-8:30pm Oct 4-Nov 22 2498335 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Oct 10-12, 17-19 2496383 NY Don Mills CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Oct 17-19, 24-26 2498336 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Oct 24-26, 31-Nov 2 2496384 Sc West Hill CI Fri, Sat, Sun 5:30-9:30pm, 11-8pm, 9am-6pm Oct 31-Nov 2, 7-9 2493675 NY Northview Hts. CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Nov 7-9, 14-16 2498337 T Fairmount Park CC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Nov 7-9, 14-16 2495598 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Nov 14-16, 21-23 2496385 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Nov 28-30, Dec 5-7 2496324 Et Annette CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Nov 28-30, Dec 5-7 2474024 NY Victoria Park CI Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 10am-8pm, 10am-6pm Dec 5-7, 12-14 2498338 T Jimmie Simpson RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 1-10pm Dec 5-7, 12-14 2496386 Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 9am-6pm, 9am-6pm Dec 5-7, 12-14 2474075 T Mary McCormick RC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 1-10pm, 10am-7pm Dec 12-14, 19-21 2496325 NY Douglas Snow AC Sat-Wed 9am-7pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2498339 NY Cummer Park CC Sat-Wed 9am-7pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2498340 Et Alderwood Pool Sat-Wed 9am-7pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2474125

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat-Wed 9am-7pm (Sat-Tue), 9am-2pm (Wed) Dec 27-31 2474124


National Lifeguard Service (NLS)Female Only District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-7pm Feb 2-Mar 2 2495590

NY Dennis R. Timbrell RC Sun 3-8:30pm Apr 6-May 25 2498342

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat, Sun 6-10pm, 12-9pm, 12-9pm Jul 11-13, 18-20 2474126

T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-7pm Oct 5-Nov 2 2495591

Sc Bendale BTI Sun 9am-6pm Oct 12-Nov 9 2493874

Prerequisites: NLS Pool Certification

This program is designed to test the candidates lifeguarding skills in order to maintain current certification at the National Lifeguard Service level. Candidates are required to bring their own whistle and proof of original certification.


National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Recertification: Pool District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Et The Elms CS Sat 1-9:30pm Jan 4 2474174

Sc Cedarbrae CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Jan 5 2493788

T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jan 5 2497474

NY Northview Hts. CI Sun 10am-6:30pm Jan 26 2498346

T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jan 26 2497475

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Feb 2 2493789

Et Humber Com. Pool Sat 2-10:30pm Feb 8 2474224

T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Feb 16 2497487

Et The Elms CS Sun 1-9:30pm Feb 16 2474274

Sc Bendale BTI Sun 12-8:30pm Feb 23 2493790

NY CW Jefferys CI Sun 10am-6:30pm Feb 23 2498320

T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Feb 23 2497488

Et The Elms CS Sat 1-9:30pm Mar 1 2474275

Et Humber Com. Pool Sun 2-10:30pm Mar 2 2474326

Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 10am-6:30pm Mar 8 2474324

NY Northview Hts. CI Sat 10am-6:30pm Mar 8 2498347

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Mar 9 2493825

T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 9 2497489

Et Norseman CS Sun 1-9:30pm Mar 9 2474325

Et The Elms CS Fri 12-8:30pm Mar 14 2479974

T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 16 2497490

Sc Bendale BTI Sun 12-8:30pm Mar 23 2493791

T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Mar 23 2497476

T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Apr 6 2497491

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Apr 13 2493826

NY Northview Hts. CI Sat 12pm-8:30pm Apr 19 2498349

Et The Elms CS Sat 1-9:30pm Apr 26 2474327

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Apr 27 2493827

NY Don Mills CI Sun 12-8:30pm Apr 27 2498351

T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Apr 27 2497477

Et Humber Com. Pool Sat 2-10:30pm May 3 2474328

Et Norseman CS Sat 1-9:30pm May 10 2478225

NY Northview Hts. CI Sun 1-9:30pm May 11 2498350

T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm May 11 2497478

Sc Cedarbrae CI Sun 9am-5:30pm May 18 2493828

NY Northview Hts. CI Sun 12-8:30pm May 18 2498353

NY CW Jefferys CI Sat 1-9:30pm May 24 2498326...National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Recertification continues on page 20


National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Recertification continues...

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Et Norseman CS Sat 1-9:30pm May 24 2474329 Sc Cedarbrae CI Sun 9am-5:30pm May 25 2493829 NY Don Mills CI Sun 10am-6:30pm May 25 2498357 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm May 25 2497479 Et The Elms CS Sun 1-9:30pm May 25 2474374 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sat 12-8:30pm May 31 2493830 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 1 2497480 Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sat 9am-5:30pm Jun 7 2474424 NY Don Mills CI Sun 12-8:30pm Jun 8 2498355 NY CW Jefferys CI Sat 10am-6:30pm Jun 14 2498356 NY Victoria Park CI Sat 12-8:30pm Jun 14 2498354 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 15 2497492 Et The Elms CS Sat 8:30am-5pm Jun 28 2474425 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jun 29 2497493 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Jul 6 2493831 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jul 20 2497481 Et The Elms CS Sun 8:30am-5pm Jul 20 2474426 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Jul 27 2497482 Et Memorial Pool Sun 9am-5:30pm Jul 27 2474427 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Aug 10 2497494 Et Norseman CS Sun 9:30am-6pm Aug 10 2474575 Et JJ Piccininni CRC Sun 10am-6:30pm Aug 10 2474524 Et The Elms CS Sat 8:30am-5pm Aug 16 2474574 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 17 2493832 NY Northview Hts. CI Sun 10am-6:30pm Aug 17 2498358 Et Norseman CS Sat 9:30am-6pm Aug 23 2474624 Sc West Hill CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 24 2493833 NY Cummer Park CC Sun 1:30-10pm Aug 24 2498361 Et Memorial Pool Sun 9am-5:30pm Aug 24 2474625 NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-6:30pm Aug 30 2498359 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Aug 31 2497495 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Sep 7 2497483 Et Norseman CS Sun 9:30am-6pm Sep 7 2474674 NY CW Jefferys CI Sat 10am-6:30pm Sep 13 2498360 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Sep 21 2497498 Sc West Hill CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Sep 28 2493835 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Sep 28 2497484 NY CW Jefferys CI Sat 1-9:30pm Oct 18 2498365 Et Etobicoke Olympium Sat 2-10:30pm Oct 25 2474724 Sc Cedarbrae CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Oct 26 2493836 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Oct 26 2497497 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Nov 2 2497499 Et Humber Com. Pool Sat 2-10:30pm Nov 8 2474774 NY Victoria Park CI Sat 1-9:30pm Nov 8 2498362 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Nov 23 2493837 T Mary McCormick RC Sun 10am-6:30pm Nov 23 2497500 Et Humber Com. Pool Sat 2-10:30pm Nov 29 2474775

...National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Recertification continues on page 21

Aquatic Leadership 2014 Advanced Leadership CoursesOriginal prerequisite certifications and proof of age, where required, must be presented at the start of each course.

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District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Et Norseman CS Sat 9:30am-6pm Dec 6 2474776 Et The Elms CS Sat 8:30am-5pm Dec 6 2474474 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 7 2493838 NY Northview Hts. CI Sun 10am-6:30pm Dec 7 2498364 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Dec 7 2497485 Et Memorial Pool Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 7 2474777 Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sun 9am-5:30pm Dec 14 2493839 NY Cummer Park CC Sun 1-9:30pm Dec 14 2498363 T Fairmount Park CC Sun 10am-6:30pm Dec 14 2497486

Et Etobicoke Olympium Sun 2-10:30pm Dec 14 2474824

Aquatic Supervisor Training (AST) Prerequisites: Lifesaving Instructor or NLS. Candidates must bring a letter from their employer confirming that they have completed a minimum of 100 hours of lifeguarding or instructing.

AST provides candidates with a certification opportunity that prepares them for the responsibilities associated with being aquatic supervisors, head lifeguards or pool managers. As a recognized standard, AST ensures candidates are familiar with the skills needed to fulfill the requirements of these positions. AST candidates will learn provincial regulations, legal responsibilities and the authority of a supervisor. Topics include: aquatic emergencies, facility management, organizational effectiveness, communication, supervisory skills and risk management.

Duration: 12 hours of instruction

Course Fee: $120 Age: 17 yrs+ District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Et JJ Piccininni CRC Fri, Sat 6-10pm, 10am-6:30pm Jan 31-Feb 1 2473874

T East York CC Sat, Sun 10am-4:30pm Apr 5-6 2497724

Sc Agincourt RC Fri, Sat 6-10pm, 9am-5:30pm May 2-3 2493840

Sc Agincourt RC Fri, Sat 6-10pm, 9am-5:30pm Aug 29-30 2493841

NY Victoria Park CI Sat, Sun 10am-4:30pm Dec 27-28 2498274

Examiners Standards Clinic & Advanced Instructor Prerequisites: Lifesaving Instructor. This clinic is the initial step in obtaining Lifesaving Society examiner status. Lifesaving Society instructors who

wish to apply for an Examiner appointment must attend. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards.

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T East York CC Sat 12-10pm Feb 22 2497725

Sc Bendale BTI Sat 10am-8pm Apr 5 2493842

NY Douglas Snow AC Sat 10am-8pm Apr 19 2498306

Et Memorial Pool Sat 9am-7pm Jul 26 2473927

NY Cummer Park CC Sun 10am-8pm Sep 21 2498307

Expected: 2 years experience instructing at Bronze level or experience deemed equivalent by the area chair.


Swim Instructor Update Clinic Prerequisites: 16 years of age and proof of Lifesaving Instructor, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, YMCA Instructor or Sears I Can Swim Instructor.

This 4-hour clinic is for staff who require their Swim Instructor certification but possess an instructor certification from an agency other than the Lifesaving Society. Upon successful completion of this update, candidates will possess the 3 credits required to obtain their Swim Instructor certification from the Lifesaving Society. Time is devoted in both classroom and water sessions to ensure thorough knowledge of program content.

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code T Jimmie Simpson RC Sat 4:30-8:30pm Jan 4 2497874

Sc Sir Wilfrid Laurier CI Sat 12-4pm Mar 8 2493843

Et Memorial Pool Sat 3:30-7:30pm May 31 2475024

NY Douglas Snow AC Wed 6-10pm Dec 17 2498409

Duration: 4 hoursCourse Fee: $61 Age: 16 yrs+

Original prerequisite certifications and proof of age, where required, must be presented at the start of each course.Aquatic Leadership 2014 Advanced Leadership Courses22

The courses on this page require a pre-course assignment. The Lifesaving Society will contact all registered candidates two weeks in advance of the course start dates to arrange pick-up.

Registration closes two weeks prior to the start date to allow completion of the precourse assignment.

First Aid Instructor & Advanced Instructor Prerequisites: Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, Canadian Ski Patrol or St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and Lifesaving Instructor.

Recommended: 2 years experience instructing at Bronze level and Bronze Cross ExaminerDuration: 12 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $229 plus 21.96 + HST for

First Aid instructional CDAge: 18 yrs+

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Sc Agincourt RC Fri, Sat 6-10pm, 9am-6pm Mar 7-8 2493974

T East York CC Sat, Sun 12-6:30pm, 12-6:30pm May 3-4 2497774

NY Edithvale CC Sat, Sun 9am-3:30pm, 10am-4:30pm Oct 11-12 2498308

The 12-hour First Aid Instructor course prepares participants to teach all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course prepares instructors to plan and organize first aid and CPR courses and teach and evaluate students in the written and practical aspects of the course. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards.

NLS Instructor, First Aid Instructor & Advanced Instructor This course is for experienced instructors. Prerequisites: NLS, Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, Canadian Ski Patrol or St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and Lifesaving Instructor. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards to the first class.

Recommended: 2 years experience instructing at Bronze level and Bronze Cross ExaminerDuration: 30 hours of instructionCourse Fee: $361 plus 21.96 + HST for

First Aid instructional CDAge: 18 yrs+

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Sc Cedarbrae Sat, Sun 12-8:30pm, 11am-7:30pm Mar 29- 30, Apr 5-6 2494024

T Mary McCormick RC Sat, Sun 12-8pm, 12-8pm Aug 16-17, 23-24 2497824

NY Northview Hts. CI Sat, Sun 10am-7pm, 10am-6pm Nov 22-23, 29-30 2498316

Designed to provide candidates with an understanding of the expectations and requirements to teach both the National Lifeguard Service and First Aid programs. The classroom and pool sessions allow participants to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, teaching, evaluation skills, etc. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards.

Prerequisites: NLS and Lifesaving Instructor

Recommended: 2 years experience instructing at Bronze level and Bronze Cross ExaminerDuration: 20 hoursCourse Fee: $229 Age: 18 yrs+

NLS Instructor & Advanced Instructor This course is for experienced instructors.

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code Et Humber Com. Pool Sat, Sun 9am-8pm Mar 22-23 2473932

T Matty Eckler CRC Sat, Sun 10:30am-9pm Oct 4-5 2497825

Designed to provide candidates with an understanding of the expectations and requirements to teach the National Lifeguard Service program. The classroom and pool sessions allow participants to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, teaching, evaluation skills, etc. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards.

Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer Clinic This course is for experienced Examiners. Prerequisites: Examiner, Lifesaving Instructor and Advanced Instructor

Recommended: 2 years experience instructing and examining at Bronze levelDuration: 16 hoursCourse Fee: $198 Age: 18 yrs+

Designed to provide candidates with an understanding of the expectations and requirements to teach instructors. The classroom and pool sessions allow participants to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, teaching, evaluation skills, etc. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards.

District/Location Day(s) Time(s) Dates Code NY Northview Hts. CI Sat, Sun 10am-7pm Jun 21-22 2498309

Don't get turned away at the first class. Make sure you have the proper course prerequisites!

Misplaced your certificate or not sure of your current qualifications/awards? Not a problem!

Check and print out your awards at lifesavingsociety.com and go to "Find a Member"

To view your awards is simple:

1. Click on the Find a Member link.

2. Fill in your membership number, uncheck current only box and click on Get Certifications. You can find your membership number on the bottom of your certification card.

3. Print out the record and you are done.

And yes, this service is FREE.

For great swim programs

and leisure swim activities,

view the FUN Guide online

at toronto.ca/torontofun.

Swimming is one of Canadas favourite leisure activities. Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation offers learn to swim

programs and how to be safe around water, how to rescue others in an emergency and numerous leisure swimming opportunities.

Swimming is for life!

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