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Summary of Activities:
Programs: 9Estimated Total: $1,264.00Standard First Aid and CPR C - Recert
at Oshawa YMCANational Lifeguard
at Mississauga YMCAStandard First Aid and CPR C - Full Course
at Oshawa YMCAPreschool 3/4: Glider/Diver
at Brampton YMCAPrivate Sports Training
at Markham YMCAPreschool 1/2: Bobber/Floater
at Markham YMCABronze Medallion with EFA and CPR B
at North York YMCAPreschool 2: Floater
at Scarborough YMCAChild Star Leadership: Star 3 - 4
at Markham YMCABronze Medallion with EFA and CPR B | #137193
as at 17 Jul 2026
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Description
This is the first required course to become a Lifeguard. You can take Bronze Star before this course, but it's not required. Participants will develop an understanding of lifesaving principles and learn valuable skills needed to be successful in an aquatic emergency.
Emergency First Aid with CPR B is for people who want a general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries, recognized by Ontario's Workplace Safety & Insurance Board.
Prerequisite: Age 13 or Bronze Star certification.
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-residents2026/03/02 09:00
- Registration starts for Members2026/03/02 09:00
- Registration ends2026/07/16 23:58
Notes
Age 13 or Bronze Star certification.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Please bring a bathing suit, towel, goggles and deck shoes with good grips to each day of the course. Did you know you can work at the Y when you're 15 years old and have Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid certifications? Apply at ymcagta.org
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.