![[YMCA of Lethbridge LOGO SQ]](https://s3-ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/reclique-core-lethbridge/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/19064615/Logo_YMCA_Full-Colour-1.png){kind=logo}
YMCA Aquatic Leadership/Certification Courses
Steps to becoming a Lifeguard
- Complete Intermediate First Aid (click here)
- Complete Bronze Medallion
- Complete Bronze Cross
- Complete National Lifeguard
After these four courses are complete you can stop there and apply to local pools to work as a Lifeguard, however most pools in Alberta require an Instructor Certification as well.
- Swim and Lifesaving Instructor
The YMCA offers a variety of Advanced Lifesaving Courses! Curious about more courses or have any questions or concerns regarding registration, including full sessions, please feel free to reach out to the Aquatic Leadership Team [email protected].
To secure your place in this program, payment is due at the time of registration. If you are unable to make a full payment at the time of registration, please contact our Membership Services department by calling 403-942-5757 or by email us at [email protected].
In order to receive member pricing, the membership must remain in effect for the duration of the program. Should the participant cancel their membership prior to the end of the program, the YMCA of Lethbridge requires the participant to pay the difference between the member and the non-member pricing to continue in the program.
1. Bronze Medallion
Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. Rescuers learn tows, carries, and defense and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of conscious and unconscious victims.
Prerequisite(s): 13 years or older and Intermediate First Aid CPR – C/AED
What to Bring: Lunch, Snacks, Bathing suit(s), Towels, Pen and Paper.
Dates and Times:
October 19th-20th 2024
- All dates – 9:00AM-5:00PM
January 11th-12th 2025
- All dates – 9:00AM-5:00PM
March 1st-2nd 2025
- All dates – 9:00AM-5:00PM
May 3rd-4th 2025
- All dates – 9:00AM-5:00PM
July 7th-8th 2025
- All dates 9:00AM-5:00PM
October 4th-5th 2025
- All dates 9:00AM-5:00PM
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members & Public | 3/1/23 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 150.00 | $ 165.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
10/19/24 - 10/20/24
Bronze Medallion - Su,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
- | Session is Full | |
|
01/11/25 - 01/12/25
Bronze Medallion - Su,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
4 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
03/01/25 - 03/02/25
Bronze Medallion - Su,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
05/03/25 - 05/04/25
Bronze Medallion - Su,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
07/07/25 - 07/08/25
Bronze Medallion - Su,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
10/04/25 - 10/05/25
Bronze Medallion - Su,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
2. Bronze Cross
Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certification.
Prerequisite(s): Bronze Medallion and Intermediate First Aid CPR-C/AED
What to Bring: Lunch, Snacks, Bathing suit(s), Towels, Pen and Paper.
Dates and Times:
November 1st-3rd 2024
- Friday November 1st – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- Saturday November 2nd – 9:00AM-5:00PM
- Sunday November 3rd – 9:00AM-5:00PM
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members & Public | 3/1/23 | 12/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 150.00 | $ 165.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
11/01/24 - 11/03/24
Bronze Cross - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
1 / 13 Available |
Register Closes 11/01/2024 |
|
|
01/17/25 - 01/19/25
Bronze Cross - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
3 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
03/07/25 - 03/09/25
Bronze Cross - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
05/09/25 - 05/11/25
Bronze Cross - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
07/09/25 - 07/11/25
Bronze Cross - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
10/17/25 - 10/19/25
Bronze Cross - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
3. National Lifeguard Pool/Waterpark
National Lifeguard Pool trains lifeguards in safety supervision and rescue in a pool environment.
Prerequisite(s): Bronze Cross, Intermediate First Aid CPR-C/AED and minimum 15 years of age by the end of the course
What to Bring: Lunch, Snacks, Bathing suit(s), Towels, Pen and Paper.
Dates and Times:
December 6th – 15th 2024
- December 6 & 13 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- December 7, 8, 14, 15 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
2025
February 18th – 26th 2025
- All dates 9:00AM-5:00PM
April 22nd – 26th 2025
- All dates 9:00AM-5:00PM
June 20th – 29th 2025
- June 20 & 27 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- June 21, 22, 28, 29 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
July 21st – 25th 2025
- All dates 9:00AM-5:00PM
November 21st – 30th 2025
- November 21 & 28 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- November 22, 23, 29, 30 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members & Public | 11/28/22 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 425.00 | $ 475.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
12/06/24 - 12/15/24
NL Pool & Waterpark - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
- | Session is Full | |
|
02/18/25 - 02/22/25
NL Pool and Waterpark - Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
9 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
04/22/25 - 04/26/25
NL Pool and Waterpark - Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
11 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
06/20/25 - 06/29/25
NL Pool and Waterpark - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
07/21/25 - 07/25/25
NL Pool and Waterpark - Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
11/21/25 - 11/30/25
NL Pool and Waterpark - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
4. Swim and Lifesaving Instructor
This course is to facilitate learning of participants to Teach lessons and become knowledgeable in Lifesaving Society Leadership Programs.
Prerequisite(s): 15yrs or older and Bronze Cross or higher
What to Bring: Lunch, Snacks, Bathing suit(s), Towels, Pen and Paper.
Dates and Times:
November 15th-24th 2024
- November 15 & 22 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- November 16, 17, 23, 24 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
2025
January 31st-February 9th 2025
- January 31 & February 7 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- February 1, 2, 8, 9 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
April 4th-13th 2025
- April 4 & 11 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- April 5, 6, 12, 13 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
May 30th-June 8th 2025
- May 30 & June 6 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- May 31, June 1, 7, 8 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
July 14th-18th 2025
- All dates 9:00AM-5:00PM
October 24th-November 2nd 2025
- October 24 & 31 – 2:00PM-6:00PM
- October 25, 26, November 1, 2 – 9:00AM-5:00PM
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members & Public | 11/28/22 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 350.00 | $ 400.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
11/15/24 - 11/24/24
Swim and Lifesaving Instructor - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
- | Session is Full | |
|
01/31/25 - 02/09/25
Swim and Lifesaving Instructor - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
9 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
04/04/25 - 04/13/25
Swim and Lifesaving Instructor - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
05/30/25 - 06/08/25
Swim and Lifesaving Instructor - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
07/14/25 - 07/18/25
Swim and Lifesaving Instructor - Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
|
|
10/24/25 - 11/02/25
Swim and Lifesaving Instructor - Su,Fr,Sa - 9:00 am - 8 hrs
|
12 / 12 Available |
Registration will open on 01/01/2025 |
Lifesaving Society Sport Coach
Interested in Lifesaving Sport?!
This Lifesaving Society course combines competition with lifesaving skills, candidates will learn about events, how to set athletes up for success and more!
To learn more about the sport and how you can be involved, visit the Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch at Sport: Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories.
***Prerequisite Required: Lifesaving Instructor or higher
If you have any questions please reach out to [email protected].
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12/24 | 10/26/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 125.00 | $ 150.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
10/26/24
Sport Coach - Sa - 8:00 am - 8 hrs
|
9 / 12 Available | Register |
