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. |
Fall 2024
Swimming instructor
Registration by email (information below)
349$ (covered by government subsidy, except taxes) except pocket mask and membership card.
To register, send an e-mail to aquatique@centredusablon.com with the following information:
– First and last name of participant
– Full address
– Date of birth
– Email
– Center du sablon file number (if available)
– Lifesaving society number (if available)