Want to be a lifeguard?
Train with us to acquire the necessary experience and various levels of certifications.
For more information, please call the Community & Recreation Centre at 705-753-0160 or email sfurchner@westnipissing.ca.
Step 1: Bronze Medallion
Includes Emergency First Aid certification
Pre-requisites:
Must be 13 years-old before the start of the course;
Must be comfortable swimming 100m;
Must complete a swimming evaluation.
Registration : Open
Register by phone: 705-753-0160
Course date: September 29 – December 8, 2025
Times: Mondays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Final Exam date: to be determined
Cost: $120.00
Step 2: Bronze Cross
Includes Standard First Aid certification.
Pre-requisites:
- Must have Bronze Medallion certification;
- Must have Emergency First Aid certification.
Step 3: National Lifeguard
Pre-requisites:
- Must be 15 years-old before the start of the course;
- Must have Bronze Cross certification;
- Must have Standard First Aid certification.