2019 Summer Recreation Guide

Aquatic Leadership & First Aid

Bronze Cross Challenge yourself with advanced lifesaving techniques and skills. This course is worth two Grade 11 High School credits and is the prerequisite for the National Lifeguard (NL) award. Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion and 13 12:30pm–3pm Jul 5 4662609 M-Th 1pm–3:30pm Jul 15 4665184 FLEETWOOD 6 Sessions $170 13yrs+ Sa-Su 1pm–4:30pm Aug 10 4665185 Sport & Leisure Aquatics GUILDFORD 4 Sessions $170 13yrs+ M-Th 9am–2:30pm Jul 22 4664246 M-Th 9am–2:30pm Aug 19 4664247 Guildford Recreation Centre GUILDFORD 4 Sessions $170 13yrs+ Tu-F 10am–3:30pm Aug 6 4665986 M-Th 10am–3:30pm Aug 26 4665987 Hjorth Road Outdoor Pool GUILDFORD 4 Sessions $170 13yrs+ M-Th 10am–3:30pm Jul 22 4665982 M-Th 10am–3:30pm Aug 19 4665983 Port Kells Outdoor Pool NEWTON 4 Sessions $170 13yrs+ M-Th 10:30am–4pm Jul 22 4665984 M-Th 10am–3:30pm Aug 26 4665985 Bear Creek Outdoor Pool NEWTON 4 Sessions $170 13yrs+ M-Th 11am–4:30pm Jul 15 4665182 M-Th 11am–4:30pm Aug 19 4665183 Newton Recreation Centre SOUTH 3 Sessions $170 13yrs+ W-F 1pm–5pm Jul 10 4662202 W-F 1pm–5pm Jul 31 4662206 W-F 1pm–5pm Aug 21 4662207 Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre SOUTH 5 Sessions $170 13yrs+ M-F 11:30am–4:30pm Jul 8 4665994 SOUTH 4 Sessions $170 13yrs+ Tu-F 10:30am–4:30pm Aug 6 4665995 South Surrey Indoor Pool years old by last day of course. FLEETWOOD 8 Sessions $170 13yrs+ F Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) Successful completion of this course certifies candidates to teach and evaluate the Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross programs and is worth one Grade 11 High School credit. Prerequisite: Bronze Cross and 16 years old by last day of course. Proof must be shown at course. Recommended: WSI. NEWTON 4 Sessions $284 16yrs+ F-M 5pm–9pm Aug 2 4663798 Newton Recreation Centre

National Lifeguard (NL) - Pool Intended for those seeking employment as a lifeguard. The NL program develops communication skills, a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment, a responsible attitude and the skills and fitness required by lifeguards. Prerequisites: Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid with CPR-C, must be 16 years old by the last day of the course. Proof must be shown at course. FLEETWOOD 6 Sessions $427 16yrs+ Su-F 9am–5:30pm Jul 21 4663837 Su-F 9am–5:30pm Aug 18 4663838 Sport & Leisure Aquatics GUILDFORD 6 Sessions $427 16yrs+ Su-F 9am–5:30pm Aug 25 4663752 Guildford Recreation Centre WHALLEY 6 Sessions $427 16yrs+ Su-F 9am–5:30pm Jul 7 4663753 North Surrey Recreation Centre SOUTH 6 Sessions $427 16yrs+ Su-F 9am–5:30pm Jul 14 4663750 Su-F 9am–5:30pm Aug 11 4663751 South Surrey Indoor Pool Standard First Aid (SFA) Learn how to save a life! This comprehensive course covers: choking, wound care, strains, sprains and dislocations, breathing emergencies, sudden medical conditions, head and spine injuries, poisons, as well as treatment for chest pain, stroke, and shock. Includes CPR C and AED training for adults, children and infants. CLOVERDALE 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Jul 20 4665593 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 10 4665594 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 24 4665595 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 31 4665596 Cloverdale Recreation Centre FLEETWOOD 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Jul 13 4664470 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 17 4664474 Sport & Leisure Arenas GUILDFORD 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 24 4665614 Fraser Heights Recreation Centre NEWTON 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Jul 27 4665637 Newton Recreation Centre SOUTH 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Jul 6 4665605 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 3 4665606 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Aug 17 4665607 South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre

Why CITY OF SURREY

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP & FIRST AID TRAINING?

The City of Surrey Aquatic Leadership & First AidTraining program offers all the courses you need to become a lifeguard and swimming instructor. Providing the highest standards of excellence in training and instruction, our quality, affordable, hands‑on courses are certified by the Lifesaving Society, the Canadian Red Cross, and British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA). LOOKING FOR A REWARDING AND EXCITING JOB? Well‑trained Swimming instructors & Lifeguards are in high demand. Make an investment in yourself and your future with City of Surrey’s certified Aquatic Leadership & First AidTraining. WHY BECOME A SWIMMING INSTRUCTOR/ LIFEGUARD? Aquatic Recreation is an exciting and rewarding field that is filled with excellent career development opportunities. As a certified Aquatic Recreation professional, you can: have a rewarding and exciting job that offers great pay and flexible hours teach swimming lessons and water safety develop valuable lifelong leadership and communication skills earn high school credits Bronze Cross – two (2) grade 11 credits Water Safety Instructor – two (2) grade 11 credits Lifesaving Instructor – one (1) grade 11 credit National Lifeguard – two (2) grade 12 credits make a difference in the lives of others work in a positive team environment have fun

Aquateers J O I N T H E

Aquateers are volunteers who assist with swimming lessons, special events, and aquatic fitness classes. Whether it’s leading the public in water games, providing support with stroke correction and water safety or gaining valuable instructor experience, Aquateers learn new skills while having fun. Volunteer where you want to work and be part of the team, whether you’re working towards becoming a lifeguard or simply love being at the pool.

PLEASE NOTE: Course times vary with the multiple dates. Check your receipt for complete date and time listing.

SECOND TRY ASSURANCE If you fail a course (excludes recertifications), you may retake the course one additional time for just the cost of the examination fee. To be eligible, 100% attendance, participation, completion of all assignments and a good attitude throughout the course is required. Not applicable to program withdrawals.

Gain confidence interacting with children and parents Develop valuable lifelong leadership and communication skills Positive team environment Be healthy, active and engaged Have fun!

Earn school credits for volunteer experience Create relationships with a potential employer Wide variety of shifts and flexible hours Learn from our highly trained staff

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