Swim & Lifesaving Instructor

Weekly schedule

About this program

The Swim & Lifesaving Instructor is a combination course designed for those who wish to teach the Lifesaving Society's learn-to-swim and lifesaving programs. Candidates are trained using a competency-based model that walks them through teaching and evaluation philosophy and the techniques/approaches required to teach developing swimmers, water rescue, first aid and related aquatic skills. Instructors also learn about long-term and short-term planning, class management, safety supervision, and the principles of evaluation. This course includes a supervised practice teaching component that will better prepare candidates for future job opportunities as an instructor. The Swim and Lifesaving Instructor Kit is not included in the course fee and must be purchased at the front desk prior to the program start date. Prerequisite: Must be 15 years old by last day of the course and hold a Bronze Cross certificate (need not be current). Must have completed Adapted Swim Instructor Course - Online Session: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Swimmers found on the Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon branch website.