2026 Winter Recreation Guide

AquaticLeadership & First Aid Aquatics

Bronze Star Learn problem-solving and decision making skills, get CPR training, develop water smart confidence, and learn basic lifesaving skills needed to become your own personal lifeguard. Includes a 400metre timed swim. Recommended ages is 12 years. FLEETWOOD 5 Sessions $82.50

Bronze Cross Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced lifesaving training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certifications. Includes a timed 400meter swim. Bronze Medallion certification is required. FLEETWOOD 5 Sessions $181.20 13yrs+

Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED Recertification Review your standard first aid skills and get updates on the new standards. Includes CPR C and training in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Required to show proof of current Standard First Aid certification. NEWTON 1 Session $76 14yrs+ Sa 8:30am–5pm Jan 10 00484905 Sa 8:30am–5pm Feb 21 00484907 Su 8:30am–5pm Mar 15 00484909 Newton Seniors Centre Aquatic Emergency Care This course builds skills and knowledge for success in the National Lifeguard program and Assistant Lifeguard jobs. It emphasizes practical lifesaving, first aid, and teamwork in aquatic settings. FLEETWOOD 2 Sessions $65 15yrs+ F 4pm–9pm Feb 27 00485143 Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex

Swim Instructor Recertification

Recertify your Lifesaving Society’s Swim for Life Instructor award. Proof of certification required. FLEETWOOD 1 Session $84.65 16yrs+ Su 9am–2pm Feb 15 00484245 Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex

Tu

4:30pm–8:30pm

Feb 10 00484033

10yrs+

W

5pm–7pm

Jan 7 00483191 Mar 23 00483203

Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex

GUILDFORD 1 Session $84.65

16yrs+

M–F 10am–12pm

Su

9am–2pm

Mar 29 00484255

Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex NEWTON 5 Sessions $82.50

GUILDFORD 5 Sessions $181.20

13yrs+

Guildford Recreation Centre

W

4:30pm–8:30pm

Jan 7 00484015

10yrs+

Guildford Recreation Centre

Sa

9am–11am

Feb 14 00483195

NEWTON

1 Session $84.65

16yrs+

Newton Recreation Centre

Sa

9am–2pm 9am–2pm

Jan 24 00484234 Mar 6 00484250

NEWTON

5 Sessions $181.20

13yrs+

F

SOUTH

5 Sessions $82.50

10yrs+

Su

9am–1pm

Jan 11 00484029 Feb 13 00484037

Newton Recreation Centre

Tu,Th 3:30pm–5:30pm M,W 3:30pm–5:30pm Tu,Th 3:30pm–5:30pm M,W 3:30pm–5:30pm

Jan 6 00483186 Jan 26 00483194 Feb 17 00483198 Feb 25 00483199

F

4:30pm–8:30pm

Newton Recreation Centre

National Lifeguard (NL) Core and Pool Option Learn what it takes to become a lifeguard, including lifeguarding principles and skills, fitness requirements and making judgement calls. Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR C required. GUILDFORD 6 Sessions $387.30 15yrs+ M–F,Su 9am–5:30pm Mar 22 00484804 Guildford Recreation Centre National Lifeguard (NL) Core and Pool Option Recertification Recertify your National Lifeguard Pool award. Proof of certification required. FLEETWOOD 1 Session $103.10 16yrs+ M 9am–5:30pm Feb 16 00484274 Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex

SOUTH

5 Sessions $181.20

13yrs+

South Surrey Indoor Pool

Su

9am–1pm

Feb 22 00484042

Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre

Bronze Medallion Learn lifesaving techniques and develop stroke efficiency and endurance. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for the Bronze Cross certification. Includes a 400metre timed swim. Requires proficiency in Swimmer 6 level, of the Swim For Life program. Must be 13+ years or have a Bronze Star certification. FLEETWOOD 5 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ Tu 4pm–8pm Jan 6 00483155 Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex GUILDFORD 5 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ M 4:30pm–8:30pm Feb 9 00483160 M–F 4:30pm–8:30pm Mar 16 00483178 GUILDFORD 4 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ F 4:30pm–9:30pm Feb 20 00483175 Guildford Recreation Centre NEWTON 5 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ Th 4pm–8pm Jan 8 00483153 F 4:30pm–8:30pm Jan 9 00483154 Tu 4pm–8pm Feb 10 00483161 M–F 8:30am–12:30pm Mar 16 00483177 NEWTON 4 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ Su 8:30am–1:30pm Feb 22 00483176 Newton Recreation Centre SOUTH 5 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ M–F 9am–1pm Mar 23 00483180 SOUTH 4 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ Su 9am–2pm Jan 11 00483159 Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre SOUTH 4 Sessions $148.80 13yrs+ Sa 8:30am–1:30pm Jan 10 00483157 South Surrey Indoor Pool

SOUTH

5 Sessions $181.20

13yrs+

M–F 8:30am–12:30pm M–F 8:30am–12:30pm

Mar 16 00484101 Mar 23 00484107

SOUTH

3 Sessions $181.20

13yrs+

Sa

8:30am–3:45pm

Feb 14 00484051

South Surrey Indoor Pool

GUILDFORD 2 Sessions $65

15yrs+

F

4pm–9pm

Feb 6 00485139

Guildford Recreation Centre

Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED Sign up to learn standard first aid skills including wound care and how to recognize and respond to choking, bleeding, chest pain, stroke and shock. Includes CPR C and training in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). NEWTON 2 Sessions $164 14yrs+ Sa,Su 8:30am–5pm Jan 17 00484763 Su 8:30am–5pm Feb 8 00484768 Sa,Su 8:30am–5pm Mar 28 00484774 Newton Seniors Centre

SOUTH

2 Sessions $65

15yrs+

F,Sa 9am–2pm

Mar 20 00485146

Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre

Swim Instructor Course Take the training course to teach the Lifesaving Society’s Swim for Life program. Swim for Life is a learntoswim program with levels from parent and tot to leadership levels. Prerequisite: Bronze Cross. 100% attendance and participation also

GUILDFORD 1 Session $103.10

16yrs+

F

9am–5:30pm 9am–5:30pm

Jan 30 00485111 Mar 8 00484275

Su

required. NEWTON

Guildford Recreation Centre

6 Sessions $430.55

15yrs+

SOUTH

1 Session $103.10

16yrs+

F–Su 5pm–9pm F–Su 5pm–9pm

Jan 9 00484165 Jan 23 00484194

Sa

9am–5:30pm

Mar 28 00484276

Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre

NEWTON

5 Sessions $430.55

15yrs+

M,Sa,Su 9am–5:30pm

Feb 7 00484207 Mar 24 00484810

Tu–Sa

9am–5:30pm

Newton Recreation Centre

SOUTH Tu–Sa

5 Sessions $430.55

15yrs+

9am–5:30pm

Mar 17 00484230

Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre

Aquafit Instructor

Start a rewarding career making a lifelong impact in the wellbeing of your community! Have the opportunity to grow within a supportive team, create a flexible schedule and apply their knowledge and experience at our state-of-the art recreation facilities. Apply today to work in a fast-paced environment and inspire others by leading our diverse and high-quality fitness programs and offerings. Do something you love. CONSIDER AN AQUATIC CAREER BECOME A AQUAFIT INSTRUCTOR surrey.ca/careers

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

Proof of grade 12 completion

BCRPA Fitness Theory Course & Exam Emergency First Aid with CPR C and AED Register as a Fitness Student with the BCRPA

STEP 4

Take the Aquatic Fitness Core Specialty Module

STEP 5

Use your creative skills building choreography and creating lesson plans. Discount on a full use facility pass that can be used at any City of Surrey Recreation Centre. A great second source of income or a perfect stepping stone to a lifelong career in fitness. Get paid to move and INSPIRE your participants.

Complete your practicum and pass your Instructor Competency Exam (ICE) Congratulations you are a BCRPA Registered Aquatic Fitness Leader 6 months relevant experience in a community setting You are now qualified to apply with the City of Surrey as a Aquafit Instructor

STEP 6

Work with like-minded team members who have the same passion for fitness and wellness. Grow and develop your skillset with staff training that includes continuing education credits (CECs). Receive regular mentorship and coaching from qualified supervisors. Ability to work at multiple locations.

STEP 7

STEP 8

STEP 9

Accepted alternative certifications include:

Must complete STEP 1, 3, & 8 before applying in STEP 9

Aquafit Instructor certified with Canadian Fitness Education Services (CFES)

If you have any questions, visit your local recreation centre and connect with a fitness supervisor.

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