Have you always wanted to give back to your community and share your love for swimming? Become a Lifeguard and/or Swimming Instructor and/or Lifesaving Instructor today!
We proudly offer all the certification courses required to become a certified Lifeguard and/or certified Swimming Instructor and/or Lifesaving Instructor in partnership with the Lifesaving Society. 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 or Lifesaving 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 or Lifesaving 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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