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Learning to swim is easy and fun with our swimming lessons for preschoolers, children, youth and adults.
Note: The City of Edmonton has transitioned to the Swim for Life program for all Learn to Swim programs. If you are coming from a former Red Cross program, please use the program conversion chart to determine the appropriate level at which to register.
Aquatic leadership programs can lead to recreation career opportunities as a lifeguard or swimming instructor. The City of Edmonton offers a progression of certification courses that provides you with the required qualifications to meet your goals.
Prerequisite: Must be 15 years or older and have completed Grade 10.
Core Programs:
City of Edmonton aquatic instructors must hold a current copy of the above certifications.
Prerequisite: Must be 18+ years old and have completed Grade 12.
Core Programs:
City of Edmonton lifeguards must hold a current copy of the above certifications.
Prerequisite: Must be 16+ years old.
Core Programs:
Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) Fitness Leaders must complete 2 exams, a practical observation component, a 7-hour practicum, recertify their CPR-C award yearly and pay a certification fee.
Successfully complete a leadership program to obtain a pre-employment certification from the Lifesaving Society.
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