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
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.

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

The Alert Manual fee will be charged automatically when you register online. Manuals will be issued at the first session. 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 need a whistle for emergency situations. Lifesaving Society FOX 40 whistles with a lanyard ($12) are available for purchase in person at the Welcome Center Desk – while supplies last!

Registration for Holiday & March Break Camps is currently open.

Registration for the Winter 2025 programing is currently open.

Registration for the Summer 2025 Camps will open January 16th at 9:00am.

 

 

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.

* Candidate meet the NL Instructor on pool deck 10-15min prior to course start

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 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.

* Candidate meet the NL Instructor on pool deck 10-15min prior to course start

Early/Late supervision is NOT available. Please note that LUNCH IS INCLUDED with our March Break lifesaving camps. Participants are asked to bring nutritious snacks for throughout the camp.

 

Summer 2025 National Lifeguard Camps

Camp Offering #1: Sat – Sun June 21 & 22, Thu – Sun June 26 – 29

Camp Offering #2: Mon July 21 – Sat July 26

Camp Offering #3: Mon Aug 18 – Sat Aug 23

Times: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Camp Fee: $464.00 + $55 (Alert Manual) + HST (a daily cafeteria lunch included)

* Candidate meet the NL Instructor on pool deck 10-15min prior to course start. Camp ends at 4:30pm. Campers can be picked up on deck between 4:15 – 4:30pm.

Early/Late supervision is NOT available. Self-Sign out for these levels is an option. Please note that LUNCH IS INCLUDED with our summer lifesaving camps. Participants are asked to bring nutritious snacks for throughout the camp.

 

Items to note in preparation for your camp:

  • 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.
  • A notebook and a pen or pencil may be needed as the courses progress.
  • Manuals: The ALERT: Lifeguarding in Action manual will be issued candidates who purchased a manual when registering.
  • National Lifeguard candidates will need a whistle for emergency situations.
  • No outside food is allowed inside the dining area. Our cafeteria has a selection of vegetarian, gluten free and Halal food options. 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.
  • For those not familiar with the Carleton Campus, see this map: Campus Map The POOL is in the Athletics Centre (AC) – 2nd Floor, which is attached to Alumni Hall (AH) and the Field House (FH).
  • The NL Camp runs 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
  • Meet the NL Instructors on the POOL DECK: When you enter Alumni Hall, proceed to the Welcome Centre Desk to access the facility. Make your way to pool deck through the main locker room shower areas. The Men’s locker room is on the 1st floor & the Women’s locker room is on the 2nd floor.
  • Please 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, in order to avoid getting a ticket from Parking Services.
  • The main locker rooms are available for use.
  • 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 3rd floor will be open.
  • The in-water National Lifeguard exam is scheduled on the afternoon of the camp. All candidates must attend the final practical Exam which will be held on the final day of the course. No alternative exam date or time is available.
  • If you have any questions, concerns or feedback … PLEASE talk to the Instructors or the Lifesaving Camp Supervisor.

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.