Summer Recreation Guide 2016

Steps to Become a Lifeguard 1. Bronze Medallion pre-requisite: 13 years +

BRONZE STAR (12 years & over) Take the first step to become a lifeguard. Learn CPR, basic lifesav- ing skills, searches and solo and partner rescues. Stay safe in and around water with an emphasis on leadership, first aid, fitness, en- durance and friendly competition. Should have the ability to swim 100 metres comfortably and have previous swimming experience. #41335 Sundays July 10 & 17 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Outdoor Pool $78/2 JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING CLUB (JLC) (8 - 15 years) Learn attitudes and skills that could one day save a life! Stay safe in and around the water with an emphasis on leadership, first aid, fitness, endurance and friendly competition. You may earn Life- saving Society Swim Patrol, and Bronze Star awards in addition to the JLC waterlog. Monday - Friday August 29 - September 2

BRONZE MEDALLION & CROSS COMBO (13 years & over) Develop proficiency in lifesaving and water rescue skills. Bronze Medallion and Cross are import- ant ‘building blocks’ towards further first-aid and lifeguard training. Bronze Star and strong swimming ability is recommend- ed. Successful completion of Bronze Medallion is required for Bronze Cross. The manual sup- plied is used for both certifica- tions. #41338 Sunday - Thursday August 28 - September 1 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Outdoor Pool $280/5 RED CROSS STANDARD FIRST AID & CPR C (13 years & over) Achieve your CPR-C and first aid award. Focus on the treatment of wounds, burns, broken bones, spinal immobilization, heat stroke and more. Pocket mask, manual and AED introductory training are included. #41503 Wednesday & Thursday June 8 & 9 Valleyview Clubhouse #41339 Saturday & Sunday August 13 & 14 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $122

COURTENAY OUTDOOR POOL

2. Bronze Cross pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion

3. Standard First Aid & CPR-C 13 years+ (taken within 1 year of your NL)

4. National Lifeguard Award (NL) pre-requisite: 16 yrs+, Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid

You are now a Certified Lifeguard!!

City of Courtenay’s Aquatic Team is required to hold both a valid NLS, and WSI certification

Volunteer Opportunities

Add to your aquatic experience before applying to work at the Outdoor Pool. Volunteer in swim- ming lessons, lead games at special events, shadow a lifeguard and more! Call the Aquatic Super- visor, at 250-338-1152 or email summerpool@courtenay.ca for more information.

#41336 10:30 am - 2:30 pm #41337 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Outdoor Pool $100/5

Private & Semi-Private Lessons (for all ages)

Let our qualified swim instructors provide you with one-on-one in- struction. Learn to swim, assess what level is right for you, or get that extra help you need to progress. Call the Lewis Centre for more info. Monday to Saturday July 4 - August 22 Times TBA $20 (½ hour) Private $13 (½ hour) Semi-Private

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