Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid CPR-B Camps

Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.

Holiday and March Break Camp Registration Now Open

2026 Aquatic Summer Camp Registration Opens

January 15, 2026 @ 9am

Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid CPR-B

The assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water.
This certification is a prerequisite to the Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross certification course/camp.

An overview of the program can be found on the Lifesaving Society website.

Click Here for Lifesaving Society’s Program Overview

Required

Canadian Lifesaving Manual (purchased during registration)

Please Note

All candidates must attend the final practice exam which will be held on the final day of the camp. No alternative exam date or time is available.

Candidate will be required to complete the written Emergency First Aid test prior to the final practical exam.

Prerequisites

Must be at least 13 years old or;
Bronze Star certified

What to Bring

At least (1) swim suit
- Due to the physical nature of these courses, it’s recommended that candidates wear a one-piece bathing suit or well-fitting swim trunks.
A couple of towels
- It’s beneficial to have more than (1) towel in order to stay warm and dry in-between swims.
Swim Goggles (strongly recommended)
- Borrowing goggles from our ‘lost & found’ is not recommended for health & safety reasons.
A notebook and a pen or pencil (recommended)
The Canadian Lifesaving Manual (required purchase during registration, provided during the first day of the camp).

Lifesaving Society Verification of Identity Policy

Candidates will be required to provide their Instructor/Examiner proof of government-issued ID with a photo, date of birth and name for all original vocational courses and recertification, effective January 1, 2026. For additional information please visit their website.

Up-Coming Program Offerings

Holiday Camp 25-26

Camp Dates & Times	Cost
December 29 – January 2 8:30am – 4:30pm	$356

There is no camp on January 1, 2026.

Lunch is NOT included in our Holiday Camps. There is NO extended (before or after) care.

March Break Camp 2026

Camp Dates & Times	Cost
March 16 – March 20 8:30am – 4:30pm	$439.32

A cafeteria lunch is INCLUDED in camp fees.

Please make us aware of any dietary restrictions or food allergies during the registration process.
There is NO extended (before or after) care.

Summer Camps 2026

Camp Dates & Times	Cost
Option #1: July 6 – 10 Option #2: July 13 – 17 Option #3: July 27 – 31 Option #4: August 10 – 14 Option #5: August 17 – 21 Option #6: August 24 – 28 8:30am – 4:30pm	$414

A cafeteria lunch is INCLUDED in camp fees.

Please make us aware of any dietary restrictions or food allergies during the registration process.

Early/Late supervision is available during our summer camps as an ‘add-on’ during registration for $30/child/week.

Early supervision 7:30 – 8:30am
Late supervision 4:30 – 5:30pm

Includes

Bronze Medallion Certification
Emergency First Aid Certification
Canadian Lifesaving Manual (add on fee)

Location

Carleton Pool – Alumni Hall
Drop-Off 8:30 – 8:45am in the field house
Pick up 4:15 – 4:30pm in the field house

Important Notes

Note: Lot 5 parking is not Free
Sign in/out for this age group is required, unless ‘Self-sign out’ form is completed (12yr+ only).
Registration is required in advance and space is limited.
Lockers are available for use (day use only).
We recommend that candidates bring clothes/valuables etc. to the pool-deck in a gym bag or back-pack for safe-keeping.
Parents/spectators are not permitted to remain on the pool deck during the camp. However, the pool gallery on the 3^rd floor will be open.

Our cafeteria has a selection of vegetarian, gluten free and Halal food options.

Applicable during March Break and Summer Camps.

Participants are encouraged to bring SNACKS and will be given breaks throughout the day to grab food/water.

Please keep in mind that Carleton Pool is a nut-free zone

Self-Sign out for older candidates (12yrs +) is an option

If you are interested, Instructors & the Camp Supervisor will have a Self-Sign Out Sheet at check-in that will require the signature of a parent/guardian on DAY ONE. Self-Sign Out sheet can be completed in advance and brought with your child during the first day.

Self-Sign Out Sheet

Holiday and March Break Camps open for registration on Wednesday, November 5 @ 9:00 am.