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.

Swim Instructor Certification

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.

Lifeguard Certification

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.

Aquafit Instructor Certification

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.

Register for Certification Programs

Successfully complete a leadership program to obtain a pre-employment certification from the Lifesaving Society.

Contact Us

311 Contact Centre

Phone  311 | Outside Edmonton and Video Relay Service (VRS): 780-442-5311 | TTY 711

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