JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CAMPS

Serious FUN … that is our Junior Lifeguard Camp in a nutshell. Junior Lifeguards will be introduced to the 3-level Canadian Swim Patrol program (Rookie, Ranger and Star Patrol).

  • learn about lifesaving and lifeguarding
  • experience lifeguarding in a Camp atmosphere
  • make friends and have a great time
  • get fit and strive for personal bests
  • begin to progress through the 3-level Swim Patrol program and prepare for Bronze Star

Summer Camp Fee: $360.00 (a daily cafeteria lunch included)
Time: 8:30 am-4:00 pm / a 5-day camp

2024 Holiday Camp Fee: $288.00 (cafeteria lunch NOT included)
Time: 8:30 am-4:00 pm / a 4-day camp

For kids 9 years & up who can swim at least 25m & tread water for 2 minutes.

The Junior Lifeguard Camp is scheduled from 8:30 am-4:00 pm. The regular Drop-Off time is 8:15-8:30 am and Pick-Up time is at 4:15 pm in the Field House. Optional Early/Late supervision is available a cost of $25.00 for the week. Early supervision (8:00-8:30 am) / Late supervision (4:00 pm to 4:45 pm).

Lifeguard Camp Summer 2024 Dates

Tues July 2-Sat July 6

Tues August 6-Sat August 10

Mon August 26-Fri August 30

Junior Lifeguard Camp 2024 Holiday Dates

Dec 30 – Jan 3 [no class Jan 1st]

Below you will find important camp information such as check-in/check-out location & policies, what to bring, lunch & snack details etc.

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 are strongly recommended. Borrowing goggles from our ‘lost & found’ is not recommended for health & safety reasons.
  • notebook and a pen or pencil may be needed as the camp progresses.
  • A full cafeteria LUNCH IS INCLUDED with our Summer Lifesaving Camps. No outside food is allowed inside the dining area. Our cafeteria has a selection of vegetarian, gluten free and Halal food options. SNACKS are encouraged as well, if needed to get through these (7)+ hour days. Please keep in mind that Carleton Pool is a nut-free zone.
  • Arrival: 15 minutes prior to class start time (8:15 am). For those not familiar with the Carleton Campus, see this map: Campus Map
  • JLC camp runs 8:30 am-4:00 pm. For those who purchased Early Drop-off/Late Pick-up … early supervision is available at 8:00 am and late supervision (4:15 pm to 4:45 pm). Check-in and Check-out will be in the FIELD HOUSE (FH) which is attached to Alumni Hall (AH) and the Athletics Centre (AC).
  • Keep in mind that Parking is not free, so please pay for parking if you intend to stay in Lot 5 longer than just a drop-off/pick-up, in order to avoid getting a ticket from Parking Services.
  • Lockers in the main locker rooms are available for day use. We recommend that candidates bring clothes/valuables 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 3rd floor will be open.
  • If you have any questions, concerns or feedback … PLEASE talk to the JLC Instructor or the Lifesaving Camp Supervisor.

SELF-SIGN OUT – Although most JLC campers are younger in age, Self-Sign out for older candidates 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.

Register

Registration by phone or in person is on available during our hours of operation. Register online 24/7. To register in person, visit our Welcome Centre in the Alumni Hall.