Bronze Star + Basic First Aid CPR – A Camps
Bronze Star candidates will work to develop swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and personal fitness. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion and provides a fun introduction to lifesaving sport.
Bronze Star Includes
- Refining their stroke mechanics
- Acquire self-rescue skills
- Apply fitness principles in training workouts
An overview of the program can be found on the Lifesaving Society website.
Registration is Open Now
Required
- Must be 10-12 years old
Prerequisites
- Swim Patrol Experience (recommended)
What to Bring
- At least (1) swim suit
- Due to the physical nature of these courses, it’s recommended that candidates wear a one-piece bathing suit or well-fitting swim trunks.
- A couple of towels
- It’s beneficial to have more than (1) towel in order to stay warm and dry in-between swims.
- Swim Goggles (strongly recommended)
- Borrowing goggles from our ‘lost & found’ is not recommended for health & safety reasons.
Dates & Times
Summer 2025
Please Note
Drop-Off time is 8:30 – 8:45am in the Field House
Pick-Up time is at 4:15 – 4:30pm in the Field House.
| Week | Camp Dates |
|---|---|
| Week #1 | Mon June 30 – Fri July 4 |
| Week #2 | Tues Aug 5 – Fri Aug 8 |
Camp Fee Includes
- Cafeteria Lunch (Daily)
Time
- 8:30 – 4:30pm
Cost
- $380
Early/Late supervision is available as an ‘add-on’ during registration for $25/week
Early supervision runs from 8:00 – 8:30am
Late supervision runs from 4:30 – 5:00pm.
Location
- Classroom & Boardroom on the 3rd Floor of the Athletics Centre
Important Notes
- Arrivals for this course should should check-in at the Welcome Centre Desk in Alumni Hall
- Lot 5 parking is not Free
- Please arrive 10 -15 minutes before the start of the class
- Registration is required in advance and space is limited.
For Camps
- A full cafeteria LUNCH IS INCLUDED with our March Break and Summer Lifesaving Camps.
- No outside food is allowed inside the dining area.
Our cafeteria has a selection of vegetarian, gluten free and Halal food options.
Participants are encouraged to bring SNACKS and will be given breaks throughout the day to grab food/water.
Please keep in mind that Carleton Pool is a nut-free zone
For those not familiar with the Carleton Campus, see this map: Campus Map The POOL is in the Athletics Centre (AC) – 2nd Floor, which is attached to Alumni Hall (AH) and the Field House (FH).
Self-Sign out for older candidates (12yrs +) is an option
If you are interested, Instructors & the Camp Supervisor will have a Self-Sign Out Sheet at check-in that will require the signature of a parent/guardian on DAY ONE. Self-Sign Out sheet can be completed in advance and brought with your child during the first day.