Advanced Aquatic Training

aquatiC training

BECOME A LIFEGUARD

Bronze Star

Ages 10-13

The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Star program develops swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and personal fitness. Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills, and apply fitness principles in training workouts. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Total Training Hours: 8 Hours

Location: SEAPARC Leisure Complex Tu/Th Jul 12 - Jul 21 12:00-2:00pm $81/4 13077

Bronze Medallion

Ages 13+

Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness – the four components of water rescue and form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for Assistant Lifeguard training in Bronze Cross. Includes: Lifesaving manual, pocket mask and whistle, Can be 12 years old if successfully completed Bronze star. Total Training Hours: 20 Hours

Location: SEAPARC Leisure Complex Tu/Th Jul 5 - Jul 16 4:00-8:00pm $162/5 13079 Sa 10:00-3:00pm

For further information please contact Elizabeth Olsen, Aquatic Programmer Ph: 250.642.8007 eolsen@crd.bc.ca

Bronze Cross

Ages 13+

The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as Assistant Lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for National Lifeguard (NL) Must have: Lifesaving manual, pocket mask and whistle. Can be purchased if needed. Total training hours: 20 hour course.

Location: SEAPARC Leisure Complex M,T,Th,F Jul 25 - Jul 29 11:00-4:00pm $162/4 13081

National Lifeguard

Ages 15+

The National Lifeguard Pool Certification is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required by lifeguards. The National Lifeguard course emphasizes the lifeguarding skills, principles and practices, and the decision-making processes which will assist the lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in swimming pool environments. Total training hours: 44 hour course.

Location: SEAPARC Leisure Complex M,T,Th,F Aug 15 - Aug 26 12:00-5:00pm $355/8 13316

SEAPARC is pleased to partner with the Rotary Club of Sooke to sponsor a National Lifeguard Course for EMCS students interested in pursuing a career in Aquatics. This course will be available in July 2022, and is FREE for those that are accepted into the program. To apply, please pick up a sponsorship application form at SEAPARC. For additional information, please contact eolsen@crd.bc.ca. Pre-requisites include completion of the Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, and Standard First Aid.

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Lightning Fast Levels 3, 4, & 5 are coming to SEAPARC Leisure Complex! Tuesday - Thursday nights 5-7pm

Sign-up and more information is available on our website at www.pacificcoastswimming.com

Community Parks and Recreation

Juan de Fuca Community Recreations Programs

Residents of the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area (East Sooke, Otter Point, Shirley, Jordan River, Port Renfrew qualify for a subsidy rate)

Nia – Otter Point

Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm & Sundays 10-11am Using movements inspired by three martial arts, three dance arts and three healing arts, Nia is a movement practice that feels like dance. Juan de Fuca Local Area Services Building, 3 – 7450 Butler Road

Monday Karate – Shirley

All Ages – 6:30-7:30pm Shirley Community Hall 2795 Sheringham Point Road

Tuesday Karate – East Sooke

Kids 6:00-6:45pm Adults 7:00-8:00pm East Sooke Community Hall 1397 Coppermine Road

Guided Recreational Hikes Program

The Juan de Fuca Community Trails Society provides a guided Recreational Hiking Program sponsored by the Juan de Fuca Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, encouraging residents and visitors alike to enjoy the incredible wilderness of the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. For more information, visit www.jdftrails.ca

For more information, please contact jdfinfo@crd.bc.ca or visit www.crd.bc.ca/jdfrec