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.
Safety and Aquatic Certification Programs
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:
- Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross / Intermediate First Aid / CPR-C / AED
- Instructor Strokes and Skills Evaluation
- Lifesaving Society Swim for Life and Lifesaving Instructor Course
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:
- Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross / Intermediate First Aid / CPR-C / AED
- Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (NL)
City of Edmonton lifeguards must hold a current copy of the above certifications.
Prerequisite: Must be 16+ years old.
Core Programs:
- Fitness Theory course
- Intermediate First Aid / CPR-C / AED award
- One of the following specialty courses:
- Aquatic Exercise Leader
- Resistance Training Leader
- Group Exercise Leader
- Fitness for the Older Adult
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.
Contact Us
311 Contact Centre
Phone 311 | Outside Edmonton and Video Relay Service (VRS): 780-442-5311 | TTY 711