Fall 2019 Recreation Guide

Aquatic Leadership & First Aid

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 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Sep 14 4683644 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Oct 5 4683781 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Nov 2 4683782 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Nov 30 4684287 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Dec 14 4683784 Cloverdale Recreation Centre FLEETWOOD 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Sep 28 4683657 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Oct 26 4683789 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Dec 28 4683790 Sport & Leisure Arenas NEWTON 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Su-M 9am–5pm Oct 13 4684286 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Oct 19 4684236 Su-M 9am–5pm Nov 10 4684278 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Dec 21 4684237 Newton Recreation Centre WHALLEY 2 Sessions $ 170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Sep 21 4683648 City Hall SOUTH 2 Sessions $170.75 14yrs+ Sa-Su 9am–5pm Sep 7 4683638 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Oct 12 4683785 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Nov 9 4683786 Sa-Su 9am–5pm Dec 7 4683787 South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre for adults, children and infants. CLOVERDALE 2 Sessions $170.75 National Lifeguard (NL) - Waterpark Option Learn to manage the challenges of a waterpark environment including: waves, waterslides, and multiple pools. Prerequisites: NL-Pool (within 2 years), 16 years old, CPR-C (recommended within 1 year). Proof must be shown at course. SOUTH 4 Sessions $288.60 16yrs+ Th-Su 9:30am–4pm Jan 2 4683515 Grandview Heights Aquatic 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 judgement, 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. 16yrs+ Sa-M, F 9am–5:30pm Dec 21 4683489 Sport & Leisure Aquatics GUILDFORD 7 Sessions $437.25 16yrs+ F-Tu, Th 9am–4:30pm Dec 27 4683500 GUILDFORD 7 Sessions $437.25 16yrs+ F-M 5pm–9pm Sep 27 4683476 Guildford Recreation Centre WHALLEY 6 Sessions $437.25 16yrs+ Su 8:30am–5pm Nov 17 4683484 Proof must be shown at course. FLEETWOOD 6 Sessions $437.25 North Surrey Recreation Centre SOUTH 6 Sessions $437.25 16yrs+ Sa-M, F 9am–5:30pm Dec 21 4683511 Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre 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. TBA 4 Sessions $299 16yrs+ Th-Su 9am–3:30pm Jan 2 4683375 TBA

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

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

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.

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.

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

Not applicable to program withdrawals. Second Try Assurance Form is required.

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