PSP Petawawa Aquatic Programs 

 
We offer swim programs for all ages including the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life and Advanced Leadership courses. All of our swim instructors are certified by the Lifesaving Society. Community Recreation Aquatics is committed to the HIGH FIVE® philosophy in recreation and sport. Sign up today!

PROGRAM SCHEDULE(S)

Fall 2026 Swim Lesson Schedule 

Registration for Fall 2026 Accelerated Session
** Registration opens Tuesday 25 August 2026 at 8am for Preferred clients and all Thursday 27 August 2026 at 8am for all other community members. 

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LIFESAVING SOCIETY COURSES

Lifesaving Intermediate First Aid 

Intermediate First Aid includes all aspects of Basic First Aid and provides additional comprehensive first aid training. Candidates demonstrate first aid care for anaphylaxis, shock, stroke, amputations, facial injuries, burn injuries, fractures and dislocations, neck or spinal column injuries, seizures, diabetic emergencies, and environmental injury and illness. Includes CPR-C with AED certification for adult, child and infant. It is recognized by Ontario's Workplace Safety & Insurance Board. 
100% Attendance and Participation Recommended

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Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion 

The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – 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.
100% Attendance and Participation Required

Dates
Fridays 18 & 25 September | 1630-2000hrs | Dundonald Hall Pool
Saturdays 19 & 26 September | 0900-1230hrs | Dundonald Hall Pool

Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross 

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 advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs. 

Prerequisites
Bronze Medallion and Basic or Intermediate First Aid  (or Emergency or Standard First Aid, need not be current).

Dates
Friday 2 October | 1630-2030hrs | Dundonald Hall Pool
Saturdays & Sunday 3 & 4 October | 0900-1700hrs | Dundonald Hall Pool

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Lifesaving Swim for Life Instructor

The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course prepares the instructor to teach and evaluate the swimming strokes and related skills found in the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, planning skills, and a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques. 

Prerequisites
15 years of age by the end of the course; Bronze Cross certification (need not be current).

Dates
Tuesdays 8 September to 6 October | 1630-2030hrs | Dundonald Hall Pool

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