For more information on these or other programs offered at the RecPlex, call 613-392-2811 ext 3361.
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The Community Recreation Association offers the following courses based on demand: NLS Re-certification, WSI Re-certification Lifesaving instructors, LSS Advanced Instructor, LSS ESC clinic, LSS AST, LSS AMT. Call the RecPlex at 613-392-2811 ext 3361 or ext 3348 to have a name placed on a Wait List.
New Registration Procedure with PSP Online
In order to register for any Rec Association programs on-line, clients must first have their Client Account set up. Stop by the RecPlex Reception Counter prior to the registration date in order to take advantage of the online registration.
Registration for the Military Community for all group & private lessons:
On-line & In-Person registration begins 8 March.
Registration for the General Public for all group & private lessons:
On-line & In-Person registration begins 15 March.
Red Cross Swim Lesson
Spring 2013/ Registration Process:
Choose either On-line or In-person registration according to the dates below. In order to take advantage of the On-Line registration process, you will need to have a client account set up through the Rec Association. Speak to one of the Customer Service Reps at the Reception Counter or call 613-392-2811 extension 3361 or 7138.
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Red Cross Program Description
CFB Trenton RecPlex offers the Red Cross Swim Preschool Program beginning with the Star fish/ Duck /Sea turtle Class for children aged six months and older. Preschool levels are built around an aquatic animal theme and each has its own mascot, making learning engaging and fun for young children. Red Cross Swim Kids is a 10 level program for children ages 6 and up that will help swimmers develop all six swimming strokes (front and back crawl, elementary back stroke, breast stroke, butterfly, sidestroke), actively learn how to be safe around the water, and increase their fitness and endurance through fun activities. Children will be challenged to achieve their personal best in distance and time, which will be a strong motivator through all 10 levels. Red Cross Swim Kids teaches more than swimming skills-it allows kids to strive for and reach their personal best.
Click here for a description of each of the Red Cross Program levels.
Red Cross Swim Lessons
The Community Recreation Association will be offering the Red Cross Swim Program for children & adults Speak to one of the customer service Reps at the reception counter or call 613-392-2811 extension 3361 or 7138. Registration for all will continue untill the start of the lessons. All classes are 10 lessons in duration.
Lessons are held:
Spring Session
Tuesday April 9th to june 11th, 2013 3:30 - 8:oo pm
Thursday April 13th to June 15th, 20013 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Saturday April 13th to June 15th, 2013 8:30 am 1:00 pm
Registration
Military Community, On-line registration begins Thursday 13th
In-person at the RecPlex from 1:30 begins Thursda/ December 13th
General Public- Online registration begins friday December 21st
In-Person at the RecPlex from 1:30 pm begins Friday December 21st
Adult/Teen Stroke Correction
Beginners
(This is a Goal-Driven Program)
The emphasis of this course will be on either learning a new stroke or improving your existing strokes to enalbe you to be safer in the water or more efficient in the water. This course will also help you with facing fears and conquering fear(s).
Adult/Teen Swim Lessons
Intermediate/Advanced
(This is a Goal-Driven Program)
The emphasis of this course will be on either learning a new stroke or improving your existing strokes to enable you to be safer in the water or more efficient in the water.
Private / Semi Private Lessons
Private lessons are intended for individuals with special needs who may not be comfortable or don't work well in a group lesson environment. Private lessons are also intended for participants who have repeated a level several times and need some additional instruction/correction on specific skills in order to more on to the next level.
Private / Semi- Private Lessons are available in sets of 5 or 10 lessons and are available primarly on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, some lessons may offered on Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings. Registration: In-person at the RecPlex only.
Cost per person per lesson:
Private lessons: 1 person
$14 - Military Community
$16 - General Public
Semi-private: 2 persons
$8 - Military community
$9 - General Public
Syncro Swim Club for Youth 8 to 18 yrs of age
Syncro is a creative routine based activity geared to increasing breath control, flexibility, rhythm, muscular endurance and overall swimming ability. Instructors design classes to incorporate music with physical movements. Swimmers will be able to create a partnership between music and swimming.
Participants must be able to swim 2 lengths. Age 8 years to 18 years.
Spring Session
To be Announced
Cost
$65 - Military Community
$75 - General Public
Red Cross Babysitters Course
This course prepares youth 11 yrs of age and above to perform the essential skills of a trained babysitter. Participants will receive an official course certification upon completion. The price includes the Red Cross Babysitter’s manual.
This one day course is held at the RecPlex.
Spring Session
Sunday, May 5th 9:00 to 4:00 pm
Cost
$ 42 - Military Community
$ 52 - General Public
Bronze Star with Basic First-Aid CPR "A"
This course teaches an introduction to lifesaving principles and is the first of the Bronze medals and a stepping stone to the Lifesaving Society's lifesaving and lifeguarding program.
Participants must be 11 years of age to take this course.
Spring Session
Monday, April 8th to June 10th 6:00 to 7:00 pm
No Class for March 11th and May 20th
Cost
$75 - Military Community
$85 - General Public
Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid with CPR "C" & AED
Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: -judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness.
Bronze Medallion is the first step toward a National Lifeguard Certification and is a prerequisite for the Bronze Cross Award. 100 % Attendance at all classes is mandatory.
Pre-requisite: Must be 13 years of age or hold Bronze Star.Spring
Spring Session
Monday, April 8th to June 10th 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Fridays: 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Saturdays: 9:00 to 5:00 pm
Sundays: 11:30 - 4:30 pm
Cost
$ 190 - Military Community
$ 210 - General Public
(Canadian Lifesaving manual included. Available in FRENCH and ENGLISH)
Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid with CPR "C" & AED
(Extended Course)
Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: -judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness.
Bronze Medallion is the first step toward a National Lifeguard Certification and is a prerequisite for the Bronze Cross Award. 100 % Attendance at all classes is mandatory.
Pre-requisite: Must be 13 years of age or hold Bronze Star.
Dates:
To Be Announced
Cost
$ 190 - Military Community
$ 210 - General Public
(Canadian Lifesaving manual included. Available in FRENCH and ENGLISH)
Bronze Cross & Standard First-Aid with CPR "C" & AED
Emphasis is placed on the candidate's ability to respond to a variety of aquatic emergencies using principles of teamwork & emergency procedures. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for NLS.
Candidates must have Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid. Please bring certification cards.
Spring Session (Crash Course)
May 24th to 26th and May 31st to June 2nd
Fridays: 6:00 - 9:00pm
Saturdays: 9:00 - 5:00pm
Sundays: 11:30am - 4:30pm
Cost
$ 155 - Military Community
$ 170 - General Public
Manual fee extra if required. (Manual used is the same as Bronze Medallion)
Bronze Cross & Standard First-Aid with CPR "C" & AED
(Extended Course)
Emphasis is placed on the candidate's ability to respond to a variety of aquatic emergencies using principles of teamwork & emergency procedures. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for NLS.
Candidates must have Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid. Please bring certification cards.
Dates:
To Be Announced
Cost
$ 155 - Military Community
$ 170 - General Public
Manual fee extra if required. (Manual used is the same as Bronze Medallion)
National Lifeguard Course (NLS 2012 Standards)
National Lifeguard is Canada's only nationally recognized lifeguard certification program. National Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout the country, and the only lifeguard certificate recognized by the province of Ontario.
Candidates must be 16 years old to register and must have completed the Bronze Cross Course and have a current Standard First Aid & CPR C.
Spring Session
Jan 14h to 16th and 21st to 23rd
Fridays: 6:00 - 9:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00 - 4:30pm
Sundays: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Cost
$ 265 - Military Community
$ 285 - General Public
(ALERT manual included. Available in FRENCH and ENGLISH)
NLS Re-certification (2012 Standards)
The National Lifeguard Service certification must be re-certified every two years to maintain a current certification, the NLS program has undergone some changes to find out the new physical standards please visit Lifesavingsociety.com.
Spring Session
Sun Jun 23rd 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Cost
$ 70 - Military Community
$ 85 - General Public
Standard First Aid with CPR "C / AED"
The 16-hour Standard First Aid course provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as; medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies.
Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid is recognized by the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board and the Ontario Health Regulation.
Date: TBA
$ 80 - Military Community
$ 100 - General Public
(Manual included)
Standard First Aid with CPR "C / AED" Recertification
The 8-hour Standard First Aid recertification course provides a review of first aid and CPR skills. Practical skills will be assessed through scenarios and knowledge will be assessed with a written evaluation. Candidates should review the course content and practice their skills prior to the recertification course. Candidates must bring proof of original certification.
Date: TBA
$ 60 - Military Community
$ 70 - General Public
AED Course
The 4-hour Automated External Defibrillation (AED) course provides knowledge of how the heart works and what goes wrong when defibrillation is required. Participants learn when and how to operate an automated external defibrillator including AED maintenance, data management and reporting protocols required following an incident.
Prerequisite: Standard first aid with CPR "C"
Date: TBA
$ 55 - Military Community
$ 65 - General Public
Red Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor
The Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course is designed to reinforce water safety skills and knowledge and to introduce basic instructional and leadership concepts. Completion of the Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course provides candidates with the basic skills and experience necessary for entering the Water Safety Instructor Course. Price includes the manual. **Candidates will be required to complete up to 10 hours of volunteer teaching between the first and the final date of the course.**
Pre-requisite: Must be 15 years of age.
Price includes the manual.
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Cost
$ 265 - Military Community
$ 285 - General Public
(Manual included, Available in FRENCH and ENGLISH)
Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
This is a course to prepare candidates to instruct the Red Cross Water Safety Program. Candidates experience, analyze and apply the Red Cross Swim Program curriculum. Certified Water Safety Instructors must renew their certification every two years.
Pre-requisite: Must be 15 years of age & must have completed the Assistant Water Safety Instructors Course.
Price includes the manual.
Spring Session
April 27th, 28th and May 4th, 5th Sat, Sun 10:00 - 4:30 pm
Cost
$ 240 - Military Community
$ 265 - General Public
(Manual included, Available in FRENCH and ENGLISH)
Red Cross WSI Re-certification
The Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification must be re-certified every two years.
Date:TBA
Cost
$75 - Military Community
$85 - General Public
High Five (Principles of Healthy Child Development)
This course helps to prepare individuals in the fundamental principles of HIGH FIVE (PHCD). this course will prepare you for dealing with children in day camp environments and will help prepare you in the fundamentals of a caring adult, Friendship, Playing safe, principle of mastery, and to help increase active participation.
Date:
TBA
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost
$75 - Military Community
$85 - General Public
Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor with Emergency First Aid CPR "C" Instructor
This course enables you to teach Canadian swim patrol, JLC, Bronze medal awards, and basic and Emergency first aid and CPR level A to C
Pre-requisite: Bronze Cross, 16 years old.
Cost
$ 160 - Military community
$ 180 - General Public
Lifesaving Society Examiner Standard Clinic (ESC)
This course is aimed for experienced instructors and would like to become an examiner.
Pre-requisite: Lifesaving Instructor
Date:
TBA
Cost
$30 - Military Community
$40 - General Public
Lifesaving Society Advanced instructor & Lifesaving Society Examiner Standard Clinic (ESC)
This course is aimed for experienced instructors looking to become a specialized instructor. (this is a pre-requisite in becoming a first aid instructor, NLS instructor and or Instructor trainer. This course is also aimed for experienced instructors that would like to become an examiner. Pre-requisite: Lifesaving instructor
Date: TBA
Cost
$70 - Military community;
$90 - General Public
Lifesaving Society Advanced Instructor
This course is aimed for experienced instructors looking to become a specialized instructor. (This is a pre-requisite in becoming a first aid instructor, NLS instructor and or instructor trainer)
Pre-requisite: Lifesaving Instructor
Date:TBA
Cost
$50 - Military community;
$60 - General Public
Lifesaving Society First Aid Instructor
This course will enable individuals to teach Standard First Aid with CPR "C".
Pre-requisites: Standard First Aid with CPR "C", Lifesaving Instructors, Advanced Instructors
There is a pre course assignment that is due on the first day of this course.
Date:
To be announced
Cost
$120 - Military Community
$140 - General Public
Lifesaving Society AED Instructor
This course will enable individuals teaching Standard First Aid to teach Full AED content.
Pre-requisites: AED, LSS first aid instructor
There is a pre course assignment that is due on the first day of this course.
Date:
To be announced
Cost
$90 - Military Community
$110 - General Public
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Lifesaving Society NLS Instructor
This course will enable individuals to teach NLS. There is a pre course assignment that is due before first day of this course.
Prerequisites: NLS, LSI, Advanced Instructors.
Date: To be announced
$175 - Military community
$200 - General Public
Materials available from Lifesaving society (416 490 8844), or can be ordered.
Aquatic Supervisor Training
For deck-level supervisory staff, this 10-hour certification program provides head lifeguards, head instructors, and pool supervisors with the skills and knowledge required to provide a safe aquatic environment.
Prerequisite: NLS and or LSI, 100 hours of lifeguarding or instructing LSS
Materials recommended: LSS Program Guide, Guide to Ontario public pool
Date:
To be announced
Cost
$120 - Military community
$150 - General Public
Aquatic Management Training
For recreation professionals responsible for the management of aquatic facilities, this 10-hour certification program provides the skills and knowledge required to provide a safe aquatic environment.
Prerequisite: None.
Date:
TBA
Cost
$120 - Military Community
$150 - General Public