The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Pool will reopen on Monday, September 13th, 2021. The pool schedule will be visible by Tuesday, September 7th, 2021. We remain short on swimming instructors and will not be offering children's and adult's learn to swim programs when we first reopen. These programs will return at a later date.
Have you always wanted to give back to your community and share your love for swimming? Become a Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor today!
We proudly offer all the certification courses required to become a certified Lifeguard and/or certified Water Safety Instructor in partnership with the Lifesaving Society and Canadian Red Cross. Check out the information below to view the steps on getting your certifications. After reviewing the information, you can see our course offerings and register online for any available courses!
Become a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor
There are several courses you must take to become a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor. Click the button below to view the courses required and their prerequisites.
How to become a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor Information Sheet
Employment
Hiring in Aquatics is based on certifications with employees required to be fully certified Swimming Instructors and Lifeguards. Applicants must be 16 years old in order to be hired. For opportunities, please our careers page. We encourage everyone 14 years of age and older possessing their Bronze Cross to apply to volunteer at their local pool. Volunteering is a great way to gain experience before joining our part-time team.
Available courses
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Tel: 613-389-3648
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