Swim Instructor | #137230
as at 19 Aug 2026
Mo, Tu, We
Mo, Tu, We
Main Pool
Description
LSS Swim Instructor (20 hr): The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course prepares the instructor to teach and evaluate the swimming strokes and related skills found in the Lifesaving Society swim for life program. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, planning skills, and a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques.
Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the last day of the course; Bronze Cross certification (need not be current).
Required Material: Teaching swim for life, Swim for Life Award Guide and Instructor Manual (available as an add-on during registration).
Verification of Identity Policy:
All candidates; whether original or recertification, must verify their identity to the instructor. Original, copy, or digital copies of identification are accepted.
The Lifesaving Society Ontario (the """"Society"""") requires that the candidates legal name must appear on all certifications it issues. Candidates may also provide a preferred name, which may be displayed on the certification if requested; however, it does not replace the legal name.
Location
For over 35 years, this YMCA has been providing child care, camps, and health and fitness services to members of its diverse surrounding community. Camp programs are available during school breaks throughout the year. Free parking is available on-site for members.
More Information
- Registration starts for Non-residents2026/03/03 09:00
- Registration starts for Members2026/03/03 09:00
- Registration ends2026/08/16 23:58
Notes
15 years of age by the last day of the course; Bronze Cross certification (need not be current).
Required Material: Teaching swim for life, Swim for Life Award Guide and Instructor Manual (available as an add-on during registration).
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Participants who withdraw from the course more than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a full refund. Participants who withdraw from the course less than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund less 50% of the course fee. No refunds will be granted once the course has started.
* Applicable discounts will be applied at checkout.
** The spot is not reserved until checkout is complete.