National Lifeguard training builds on the fundamental skills taught in the Bronze Medallion and Cross programs and equips candidates with the practical skills and knowledge required of lifeguards. This course is designed for lifesavers who want to seek employment in Lifeguarding locally or across Canada.

Required: Alert – Lifeguarding in Action Manual ($50.00)
Prerequisites:

  1. 15 years of age by exam date
  2. Successfully completed Bronze Cross
  3. Standard First Aid (SFA) certifications (need not be current) or SFA from one of these approved agencies.

The Alert Manual fee ($50.00) will be charged automatically when you register online. If you would like to opt out of purchasing an Alert Manual because you already have one, you must call (613) 520-4480 or register in-person at the Welcome Centre Desk in Alumni Hall.

Candidates will eventually need a whistle for emergency situations. Lifesaving Society FOX 40 whistles with a lanyard ($12) & CPR Pocket masks ($16) are available for purchase when you register. These will be issued along with along with Alert Manuals on the first day. These items can be purchased after the course begins at the Welcome Centre Desk or by phone (613) 520-4480. In that case, the NL Instructor will issue a whistle and/or a CPR mask when presented with a proof of purchase receipt.

Registrations for Holiday & March Break Camps opens November 6th at 9:00am.

Registration for the Winter 2025 program will open December 4th at 9:00am.

 

Fall 2024 National Lifeguard Course

Saturday(s) 3:00 – 7:30pm Sept. 21 – Dec. 7 [no class Oct. 12 & 19 ]

Cost: $216 + $50 (Alert Manual fee) + HST

* Meet on pool deck 10-15min prior to course start

 

Winter 2025 National Lifeguard Course

Saturday(s) 3:00 – 7:30pm Jan. 11 – April. 5 [no class Feb 15, 22, March 15 ]

Cost: $216 + $50 (Alert Manual fee) + HST

* Meet on pool deck 10-15min prior to course start

 

 

2024 – 2025 Holiday Camp

Camp Fee: $383+ Alert Manual ($50) +HST

Dates: Monday, December 30th – Sunday, January 5 (excluding January 1st)

Time: 8:30 am-4:30pm.

Drop-Off time is 8:30 – 8:45am in the Field House

Pick-Up time is at 4:15 – 4:30pm in the Field House.

Early/Late supervision is NOT available. Please note that LUNCH IS NOT INCLUDED with our holiday lifesaving camps. Parents are asked to provide a nutritious packed lunch and snacks for lifesaving candidate(s).

 

2025 March Break Camp

Camp Fee: $450+ Alert Manual ($50) +HST

Dates: Monday, March 10th – Saturday, March 15th

Time: 8:30 am-4:30pm.

Drop-Off time is 8:30 – 8:45am in the Field House

Pick-Up time is at 4:15 – 4:30pm in the Field House.

Early/Late supervision is NOT available. Please note that LUNCH IS INCLUDED with our March Break lifesaving camps. Parents are asked to provide nutritious snacks for lifesaving candidate(s).

What to bring:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Lunch and Snacks – Please keep in mind that Carleton Pool is a nut-free zone.

For those not familiar with the Carleton Campus, see this map: Campus Map.

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 Instructor or the Lifesaving Camp Supervisor.

SELF-SIGN OUT – 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.

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.