The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course prepares the instructor to teach and evaluate basic swim strokes and related skills. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques. Current Swim Instructors teach and certify candidates in all levels of the Swim for Life® program.
A Lifesaving Instructor can teach the following awards: SWIM PATROL (ROOKIE, RANGER, STAR), BRONZE STAR, BRONZE MEDALLION, BRONZE CROSS, LIFESAVING FITNESS, DISTINCTION, along with several other courses.
PREREQUISITES: 15 years of age by the end of the Swim Instructor Course, and Bronze Cross (or higher) certification.
Swim Instructor Course |
Classroom |
Water |
Total Time (32hr.) |
12 hr. |
20 hr. |
Combined Swim and |
Classroom |
Water |
Total Time (40 hr.) |
17.5 hr. |
22.5 hr. |
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Combined course
Registration at the counter only!
475$ (covered by government subsidy, excluding taxes)
Swimming instructor
Registration at the counter only!
349$ (covered by government subsidy, except taxes)