Spring programming 2021
| COVID-19
The Aquatic Centre programming will evolve gradually, in accordance with government and public health guidelines. Citizens are invited to regularly visit the City’s website for all the latest information. Participants of Aquatic Centre activities will have access to locker room. Lockers, showers, saunas and hairdryers will not be available. |
| Registration for lifeguarding, instructor, first aid and fitness classes |
| Residents : Starting Tuesday, February 23 at 5 p.m. Non-resident : Starting Tuesday, March 2 at 5 p.m. |
| Registration assistance : February 23 and March 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. au 514-630-1355.
Registration ends March 12 at 9 p.m. |
| For more information regarding registration, please see the Registration page |
Lifeguard, Instructor and First Aid Courses
Bronze Medallion (ages 13 and up)
Bronze Medallion teaches basic lifesaving principles. Candidates learn rescue procedures for both conscious and unconscious victims. Exams are given on the last day of the session therefore the last class will be longer. Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.
Course manual: $57
Pocket mask: $15
| Prerequisite | Dates | Schedule |
Cost |
Cost |
| Olympic Way Silver level or Red Cross Swim Kids 10 | April 10 to June 12 | Saturday 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. |
$172 | $222 |
Bronze Cross (ages 14 and up)
Bronze Cross continues the lifesaving procedures taught in Bronze Medallion. Candidates are better prepared to assess dangerous areas and dangerous behaviours in order to keep aquatic facilities safe and to prevent accidents. Exams are given on the last day of the session therefore the last class will be longer.
Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.
Course manual: Same as Bronze Medallion
Pocket mask: $15
Whistle: $5
| Prerequisite | Dates | Schedule |
Cost |
Cost |
| Bronze medallion | April 10 to June 12 | Saturday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. |
$172 | $222 |
Standard First Aid / AED (ages 15 and up)
The Lifesaving Standard First Aid course prepares the candidate to take on the role of medical attendant during an emergency situation. The candidate will learn specific first aid and treatment strategies to prevent further injury while waiting for the arrival of emergency medical services. The candidate is also trained to recognize signs and symptoms of potential danger. Please check dates and times below carefully as 100% attendance is mandatory.
Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.
Course manual: $23
Pocket mask: 15$
| Prerequisite | Dates | Schedule* |
Cost |
Cost |
| Bronze Cross | This class is not offered this session | $102 | $135 |
*Classes will be a combination on Zoom lectures and in-person sessions. A detailed schedule and videoconference link will be sent to participants via email prior to the start of the session.
National Lifeguard (ages 16 and up)
The elements of this lifesaving certificate are designed to help candidates develop the 4 main elements of lifeguarding: knowledge, judgement, physical ability and skills. While reinforcing the guarding techniques and skills acquired in the previous courses, this course improves the decision-making process enabling lifeguards to prevent emergencies and to intervene in emergency situations. Exam is given on the last day of the session.
Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.
Course manual: $57
Pocket mask: $15
Whistle: $5
| Prerequisite | Dates | Schedule* |
Cost |
Cost |
| Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid courses |
March 29 to June 1
No class: April 5 and May 24 |
Monday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (videoconference) AND Tuesday 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. |
$265 | $335 |
| March 29 to June 3
No class: April 5 and May 24 |
Monday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (videoconference) AND Thursday 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. |
*Monday classes will be taught via Zoom. The videoconference link will be emailed to participants prior to the start of the session. All other classes will take place at the Aquatic Centre.
National Lifeguard Requalification
This program allows National Lifeguards to renew their certification.
| Prerequisite | Dates | Cost Resident |
Cost Non-resident |
| National Lifeguard | May 16, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
May 23, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. May 30, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. June 6, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. |
$100 |
$106
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Combined Standard First Aid / AED and National Lifeguard (ages 16 and up)
A combined Standard First Aid AND National Lifeguard course. Please check dates and times below carefully as 100% attendance is mandatory for the Standard First Aid course.
Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.
Course manual: $80
Pocket mas: $15
Whistle: $5
| Cost Resident |
Cost Non-resident |
| $367 | $470 |
Schedule
| Course | Prerequisite | Dates | Schedule* |
| First Aid Combined with one of the class options below |
Bronsze Cross | March 15 and 22 (Zoom)
March 20 and 27 |
6:30 to 10:30 p.m.
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| National lifeguard (option 1) | Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid |
March 29 to June 1
No class: April 5 and May 24 |
Monday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Zoom) AND Tuesday 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. |
| National lifeguard (option 2) | Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid |
March 29 to June 3
No class: April 5 and May 24 |
Monday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Zoom) AND Thursday 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. |
*Classes will be a combination on Zoom lectures and in-person sessions. A detailed schedule and videoconference link will be sent to participants via email prior to the start of the session.
Lifesaving Instructor (ages 16 and up)
This certification gives the candidates the knowledge required to teach the following lifesaving courses: Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross. They learn educational strategies enabling them to teach and assess first aid situations, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the different techniques and abilities in lifesaving.
Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.
Course manual: $100
| Prerequisite | Dates | Schedule |
Cost |
Cost |
| National Lifeguard | Not offered this session | $182 | $232 |
Lifesaving Instructor Requalification
This program allows Lifesaving Instructors to renew their certification.
Not offered this session
Olympic Way Instructor (ages 15 and up)
Due to COVID-19, this course is cancelled until further notice.
The Olympic Way Instructor course is a certificate program designed to give participants a solid foundation in the Olympic Way swimming program. This is a practical hands-on approach that teaches new instructors how to conduct a safe, fun swimming lesson at all levels of the Olympic Way program (emphasis is given to levels White through Blue). Candidates will be asked to observe 3 hours of Olympic Way swimming lessons throughout the 10 week program.
Mainly in English; course manual in English.
Course manual included
Online Fitness classes
Cardio and toning
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Cardio and toningAerobic choreography followed by muscle toning and a short stretch period. With Lori Lesperance Online sessions on Zoom |
March 8 to May 3 – 8 sessionsMonday, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Resident : $20 |
Chair Fitness
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Chair FitnessThis class offers a guided exercise program that includes range of motion, posture, balance and muscle strengthening exercises. With Catherine O’Rourke Online sessions on Zoom |
March 8 to May 3 – 8 sessionsMonday, 2 to 2:45 p.m. Resident : $20 |
March 9 to April 27 – 8 sessionsTuesday, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
March 12 to April 30 – 8 sessionsFriday, 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
Pilates
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PilatesA yoga-inspired warm-up and balance elements followed by core strengthening and flexibility on the mat. With Alison Dewar Online sessions on Zoom |
March 9 to April 27 – 8 sessionsTuesday, 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
March 11 to April 29 – 8 sessionsThursday, 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
Yoga
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YogaHatha Yoga With Lori Lesperance Online sessions on Zoom |
March 10 to April 28 – 8 sessionsWednesday, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
ABC
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ABCAerobic, balance and muscle conditioning exercises. With Catherine O’Rourke Online sessions on Zoom |
March 11 to April 29 – 8 sessionsThursday, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
March 12 to April 30 – 8 sessionsFriday, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Resident: $20 Non-resident: $28 |
Information
514-630-1202, aquatique@pointe-claire.ca